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Trans International Airlines Flight 863 crashes during takeoff from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City, killing all 11 aboard.

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Trans International Airlines Flight 863

1970 aviation accident

Trans International Airlines Flight 863 was a ferry flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City to Washington Dulles International Airport. On September 8, 1970, the Douglas DC-8 crashed during take-off from JFK's runway 13R. None of the 11 occupants, who…
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John F. Kennedy International Airport

Major U.S. airport in New York City

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a major international airport serving New York City and its metropolitan area. JFK Airport is located on the southwestern shore of Long Island, in Queens, New York City, bordering Jamaica Bay. It is the busiest of the seven airports in…
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New York City

Most populous city in the United States

New York, often called New York City (NYC), is the most populous city in the United States, located at the southern tip of New York State on one of the world's largest natural harbors. The city comprises five boroughs, each coextensive with its respective county. The city is the…
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September 8

Day of the year

September 8 is the 251st day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 114 days remain until the end of the year.
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