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Today in History: National Airlines Flight 2511 explodes, 34 killed

1/6/2026

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On January 6, 1960, National Airlines Flight 2511, en route from New York City to Miami, exploded midair, killing all 34 people aboard. The Civil Aeronautics Board determined that a dynamite bomb caused the disaster. Despite extensive investigations, no criminal charges were filed, and the case remains open, with a suicide bombing suspected.

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On January 6, 1960, National Airlines Flight 2511, en route from New York City to Miami, exploded midair, killing all 34 people aboard. The Civil Aeronautics Board determined that a dynamite bomb caused the disaster. Despite extensive investigations, no criminal charges were filed, and the case remains open, with a suicide bombing suspected.