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Remembering the 1978 San Diego Jetliner Collision: 144 Lives Lost
On September 25, 1978, a tragic collision between a Pacific Southwest Airlines Boeing 727 and a private plane over San Diego resulted in the deaths of 144 individuals. This event remains a significant moment in aviation history, highlighting the importance of air traffic safety.
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Remembering the 1978 San Diego Jetliner Collision: 144 Lives Lost
Today in History: September 25, jetliner and private plane collide over San Diego, killing 144
Today in History: September 25, jetliner and private plane collide over San Diego, killing 144
Today in History: September 25, jetliner and private plane collide over San Diego, killing 144
Today in History: September 25, jetliner and private plane collide over San Diego, killing 144
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