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December 31, 2025
FACTBOX: Major aviation disasters of 2025
At least 12 such incidents were recorded during the year, including two involving big passenger jets
TL;DR
- The year saw at least 12 recorded aviation incidents, excluding combat-related crashes.
- Incidents involved various aircraft types, including passenger jets, cargo planes, and military transports.
- Causes included pilot error, mechanical failures, and adverse weather conditions.
- A midair collision near Washington National Airport resulted in 67 fatalities.
- A crash in India, possibly due to fuel switch manipulation, killed 241 on board and 19 on the ground.
- An aircraft crash in Russia led to the revocation of an airline's maintenance and operating certifications.
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