Historical Events tagged with "west sussex"
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Ariana Afghan Airlines Flight 701 Crash
Ariana Afghan Airlines Flight 701 crashed while approaching Gatwick Airport, resulting in the loss of 50 lives. The aircraft was on a scheduled flight from Kabul, Afghanistan, when it encountered difficulties during its approach. Despite efforts by the pilot to regain control, the plane ultimately crashed in Fernhill, West Sussex, UK. The incident raised significant concerns regarding aviation safety standards of the era and led to further investigations by international aviation authorities.
Continue ReadingCrash of Iberia Flight 062 in Sussex
Iberia Flight 062 crashed in Blackdown, West Sussex, resulting in the loss of all 37 individuals aboard, including renowned British actress June Thorburn. The aircraft, a Douglas DC-8, encountered difficulties shortly after takeoff from Madrid, leading to the tragic incident. The circumstances surrounding the crash raised questions regarding aviation safety protocols of the time and sparked significant public interest due to the presence of a notable figure among the victims.
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