The Boeing B-17 Nine-O-Nine crashed at Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, during a week of an airshow featuring vintage aircraft. The airplane was operated by The Collings Foundation.
B-17 “Nine-O-Nine” Crashes in Connecticut
Key Takeaways:
- The Collings Foundation's Boeing B-17 "Nine-O-Nine" crashed at Bradley International Airport during a vintage aircraft tour, reportedly requesting an immediate landing due to an issue with engine #4 shortly after takeoff.
- A total of 16 people were involved in the accident, including those on board and in a maintenance building hit by the plane.
- The crash resulted in 7 confirmed fatalities and 9 injuries, affecting passengers, crew, airport employees, and first responders.
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