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Today in History: Avianca Flight 52 crashes, claiming 73 lives

1/25/2026

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On January 25, 1990, Avianca Flight 052 crashed in Cove Neck, New York, after running out of fuel while attempting to land at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The Boeing 707 accident resulted in the deaths of 73 individuals, including eight crew members and 65 passengers. The National Transportation Safety Board cited multiple operational failures as contributing factors.

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On January 25, 1990, Avianca Flight 052 crashed in Cove Neck, New York, after running out of fuel while attempting to land at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The Boeing 707 accident resulted in the deaths of 73 individuals, including eight crew members and 65 passengers. The National Transportation Safety Board cited multiple operational failures as contributing factors.