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B-17 “Nine-O-Nine” Crashes in Connecticut

The B-17 Nine-O-Nine was a popular attraction on tours to airshows and other events. [Seamus Darragh/Pixabay]
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Key Takeaways:

  • A vintage Boeing B-17 "Nine-O-Nine" operated by The Collings Foundation crashed at Bradley International Airport during an airshow event.
  • The crash occurred shortly after takeoff during an attempted visual landing, with the crew reporting an issue with engine number 4.
  • The accident resulted in seven fatalities, including both pilots, and nine people were treated for injuries, including passengers, crew, first responders, and airport employees.
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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.

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