The midair collision over Cerritos, California, on August 31, 1986, involved a McDonnell Douglas DC-9 operating as Aeromxico Flight 498 and a Piper PA-28 Archer. This tragic event resulted in the loss... Read more »
The tragic event of 4 May 1949, involving the impact of an Italian Airlines Fiat G.212 aircraft into the embankment of the Basilica di Superga, resulted in the loss of all 31... Read more »
Videos documenting aviation accidents and incidents, hosted on the online video-sharing platform YouTube, provide a readily accessible visual record of these events. These videos can range from official news reports and documentaries... Read more »
The catastrophic crash of Comair Flight 5191 at Blue Grass Airport on August 27, 2006, resulted in the loss of 49 lives. The aircraft, mistakenly attempting takeoff from a runway too short... Read more »
A fresh series of documentaries focusing on aviation accidents provides viewers with analyses of tragic events, exploring the complex interplay of mechanical failures, human error, and weather conditions. These programs often feature... Read more »
The 1982 crash of a Lockheed Electra on takeoff from Washington National Airport, resulting in the loss of 74 lives, including most of the passengers and crew of Air Florida Flight 90,... Read more »
Creating fire-resistant structures and landscapes is crucial, particularly in fire-prone regions like Bel Air. This involves utilizing non-combustible materials, incorporating defensible space around buildings, and implementing fire-wise landscaping practices. An example includes... Read more »
The Munich air disaster of 6 February 1958 claimed the lives of eight Manchester United players, three club staff members, eight journalists, and four other passengers. The team, nicknamed the “Busby Babes”... Read more »
Aviation accidents involving the loss of aircraft and/or fatalities, occurring within a relatively recent timeframe, capture significant public attention and necessitate thorough investigation. For instance, the loss of a commercial airliner due... Read more »
The bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, on December 21, 1988, resulted in the tragic loss of 270 lives, including 11 on the ground. This event, often referred to... Read more »