TransAsia Airways Flight 235, Aircraft crash in Taiwan
TransAsia Airways Flight 235 was a domestic flight that crashed into the Keelung River shortly after takeoff from Taipei Songshan Airport.
The tragic event occurred on February 4, 2015, leading to 43 fatalities among the 58 on board.
The accident brought to light the importance of proper pilot training and its impact on aviation safety.
Following the crash, TransAsia Airways underwent intense scrutiny and operational changes before ceasing operations in 2016.
Dramatic footage captured by vehicle dashcams showed the ATR 72-600 aircraft clipping a bridge before crashing, providing real-time documentation of the accident.
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