Air Florida Flight 90, Aviation accident in United States of America
Air Florida Flight 90 crashed into the icy Potomac River shortly after takeoff.
The accident occurred on January 13, 1982, due to multiple factors including weather conditions and pilot error.
The disaster led to widespread media coverage and resulted in significant changes in aviation safety procedures.
The crash site near Washington, D.C.'s 14th Street Bridge is now a place of remembrance.
Lenny Skutnik's heroic river rescue during the incident was nationally recognized and honored.
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