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Dawson's Field hijackings

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Dawson's Field hijackings, Former airstrip in Jordan

Dawson's Field hijackings involved multiple aircraft in a coordinated event.

The incident took place in September 1970, marking a significant point in aviation history.

These hijackings had lasting impacts on international relations and security measures.

The location is no longer an active airstrip but remains a point of historic interest.

All hijacked airplanes were eventually blown up in front of international media.

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Jordan

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Black September

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https://pbs.org/wgbh/amex/hijacked/filmmore/fd.html

GPS coordinates

32.10590,36.15670

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August 31, 2026 12:06

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