United Nations Plane Crash
A United Nations airplane crashed in Haiti on October 9, 2009. Early reports stated that between six and ten people were on board, with at least six fatalities.http://www.bnonews.com/news/834.html
The nationalities or names of those on board was not immediately known.http://www.bnonews.com/news/834.html
updated 2010-07-18 01:26:49
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Craig Lenell
"He was the kindest, gentlest man I've ever known. He would do anything for anyone"—Lynda Lenellhttp://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/worldnews/article-1193977/Pilot-Continental-Airlines-passenger-jet-dies-mid-flight.html
"Flying was his life. He died doing what made him happiest"—Lynda Lenellhttp://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/worldnews/article-1193977/Pilot-Continental-Airlines-passenger-jet-dies-mid-flight.html
updated 2010-07-17 02:20:02
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Compton CA Plane Crash
- Location: Compton, California
- Happened April 12, 2007
updated 2010-07-17 02:03:36
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Coleman Mellett
"I'm in shock over the horrible, heartbreaking tragedy."—Chuck MangioneBuffalo News: Publicist: 2 Mangione musicians die in plane crash (February 13, 2009)
updated 2010-07-17 01:57:04
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Vernon Hunter
Vernon Hunter was tragically killed in a suicide aviation crash caused when Joseph Andrew Stack collided with an IRS building in Austin, Texas. Vernon, aged 67 was the only worker killed on the ground, although an additional 13 workers were injured. It was revealed that Stack had a dispute with the IRS and this had been his final act.
Hunter had worked for the IRS for 27 years and worked as an IRS manager in the building. Hunter had been listed as missing following the crash (February 18), but authorities identified his remains on February 20.
Vernon Hunter was raised in Orangeburg and graduated from Wilkinson High School in 1959. Hunter then immediately enrolled in the US Army, Hunter's military service included two combat tours in Vietnam.http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=389x7753418 Vernon was married to Hallie Hunter and together they had three children.
Ken Hunter (the son of Vernon Hunter), Speaking to WOIA TV of San Antonio, Texas quoted: "He wanted to actually do 50 years working for the government. And then he was going to retire and get another degree and help out kids with learning disabilities."http://www.woai.com/news/local/story/Family-of-IRS-worker-killed-in-Austin-attack/5GOcligFxECH8cEPd8L86w.cspx?rss=68
Ken Hunter on another ocassion outside his father's home said "People say (Stack) is a patriot. What’s he a patriot for? He hasn’t served the country. My dad did two tours of Vietnam and this guy is going to ...
updated 2010-07-18 01:47:40
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Air Angels
The emergency evacuation company Air Angels provides a range of air and ground transportation services for critically ill or injured patients in Illinois, Indiana and other midwest states. Air Angels employs transport nurses and paramedics, as well as helicopter pilots and drivers, and aims "to treat the mind, body and spirit" of patients, according to the company's mission statement.Air Angels: Official Site
Air Angels also engages in educational and community activities, teaching teens about the potential hazards of drugs and alcohol, and showcasing their emergency vehicles.Air Angels: Official Site The company's helicopters have been involved in several crashes. In October 15, 2008, a fatal accident in Aurora, Illinois, left four people dead, including a one-year-old baby.MSNBC: 4 Killed As Medical Helicopter Hits Radio Tower (October 16, 2008)
updated 2010-07-16 20:59:30
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Martin County Plane Crash
- Location of crash: Martin County Ranches
- Plane: Cessna Skyhawk 172
- No distress call was made
- Owned by: Rohan Aviation Inc., of Boynton Beach, Florida
- Operated by: Kemper Flight School
- Placed in service: 1999.
updated 2010-07-17 14:49:45
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Detroit Plane Bomb
On December 25, 2009, Northwest Airlines international flight 253 a passenger claiming he was with the Al Qaeda set off a small explosive device during the descent toward the United States. Passengers and the cabin crew were said to have subdued the suspect and keep him isolated until landing. It is currently unknown if it was a bomb or firecrackers. One passenger on the flight said the explosion was caused by a mixture of an unknown powder and liquid.http://www.newyorkpost.com/p/news/international/passenger_ignites_firecrackers_on_gpt0DT8ybAlHzISjEW7BqL Two or three passengers suffered minor burns in the explosion, although the suspect suffered third degree burns and is being treated for his injuries.http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,581153,00.html A spokeswoman of the FBI, Sandra Berchtold, told reporters that a full investigation is underway.http://www.cnn.com/2009/TRAVEL/12/25/airliner.firecrackers/index.html Flight 253 originated in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and was en route to Detroit, Michigan.
The suspect, Abdul Mudallah from Nigeria, was apprehended immediately and remains in custody. His identity was confirmed by New York Representative Peter King who said the suspect "definitely has connections" to Al Qaeda.http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,581153,00.html
President Barack Obama was informed of the incident while on holiday in Hawaii, and has not changed his travel plans due to the incident. He did state that "all appropriate measures be taken to increase security for air travel" according to White House spokesman Bill Burton ...
updated 2010-07-17 03:18:24
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Phoenix News Helicopter Collision
On July 27, 2007, two news helicopters collided in central Phoenix while covering a police chase, killing all four passengers.
- Victims:
- KTVK Channel 3's Jim Cox and Scott Bowerbank
- KNXV Channel 15's Craig Smith and Rick Krolak</note>
