Trans World Airlines: 1996-07-17
Date: 1996-07-17 Aircraft: Boeing 747-131 Registration: N93119 Fatalities: 230 / 230
Incident Overview Facts
- Incident occurred on 1996-07-17 involving Trans World Airlines aircraft N93119 (Boeing 747-131).
- Location: Atlantic Ocean, near East Moriches, New York, United States.
- Fatalities: 230 out of 230 occupants on board.
Investigation Summary
TWA Flight 800 exploded and crashed into the Atlantic Ocean shortly after takeoff from JFK following fuel tank ignition.