New york plane crash
You're likely referring to the TWA Flight 800 crash that occurred on July 17, 1996. Here's a summary of the incident:
What happened: TWA Flight 800 was a Boeing 747-100 aircraft that took off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York bound for Paris, France, with a stopover in Rome, Italy. The flight was carrying 230 people, including 212 passengers and 18 crew members.
The crash: At around 8:31 pm local time, the plane exploded and crashed into the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of East Moriches, Long Island, New York, about 8 miles (13 kilometers) southwest of Jones Beach State Park. The impact and subsequent fire killed everyone on board.
Investigation: The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) led the investigation into the crash, which was one of the most extensive and complex in aviation history. The investigation lasted for nearly three years and involved a team of experts from the NTSB, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and other organizations.
Cause of the crash: The NTSB determined that the probable cause of the crash was a combination of factors, including:
- A faulty electrical wire that ignited the plane's center fuel tank.
- The presence of flammable fuel vapors in the tank.
- A spark or ignition source that ignited the vapors, causing a fire that spread rapidly throughout the plane.
Aftermath: The crash of TWA Flight 800 was a major aviation disaster that led to significant changes in the industry, including the implementation of new safety measures and regulations. The incident also led to the development of more robust safety protocols for commercial aircraft.
Memorial: A memorial was erected at the crash site, which is located in the Atlantic Ocean about 8 miles (13 kilometers) southwest of Jones Beach State Park. The memorial features a bronze plaque and a granite monument with the names of the passengers and crew members who lost their lives in the crash.