Tag: 45 Fatalities Aviation Accident
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On This Day In 1969, Philippine Air Lines Flight 158 struck a mango tree on approach to Manila in a rainstorm, killing 45 of 47 aboard
On September 12, 1969, Philippine Air Lines Flight 158 was nearing the end of its scheduled journey from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Manila International Airport. The aircraft was a BAC One-Eleven 402AP, carrying 42 passengers and five crew members. The flight was approaching Manila at night and was being positioned for a VOR approach to…
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