Ramstein air show disaster, Aviation accident in Germany
The Ramstein air show disaster is one of the deadliest air show accidents in history.
On August 28, 1988, three aircraft collided during a performance at the Ramstein Air Base in Germany.
The tragedy led to a shift in perceptions of safety at air shows.
Following the disaster, stricter regulations for air shows were enacted worldwide.
The event is remembered for its impact on military and civilian aviation practices.
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