Mendoza, Argentina. The anniversary of the 1972 Andes tragedy, in which 16 people survived for over two months in extreme conditions after a plane crash, has resurfaced in popular culture thanks to the recent release of the movie “Society of the Snow” on Netflix. Adapted from the book “Society of the Snow” by Pablo Vierci, … Read more
Officials in San Diego, California report that all six passengers on board a Navy helicopter survived after the aircraft crashed into San Diego Bay. The incident occurred and was reported by multiple outlets. Despite the crash, the passengers were able to escape with their lives, marking a miraculous outcome for what could have been a … Read more
MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay – Survivors of the 1972 Andes plane crash were left stranded in the freezing cold and resorted to cannibalism to stay alive after a search mission for the crashed aircraft was called off. The ill-fated Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 was carrying Montevideo’s Old Christians Club rugby union team across the snowy mountain … Read more
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – A small plane carrying passengers from the United States crashed in a densely wooded area in southwest Australia. The survivors of the crash included well-known racing industry figures. The survivors, including U.S. businessman Greg Riegen and his son Damian, as well as Roger and Eleanor Moynihan, were aboard the single-engine aircraft when … Read more
Cairns, Australia – Ten people narrowly escaped tragedy after a light aircraft crashed and overturned while attempting to land on Lizard Island in Queensland’s Far North. The plane was carrying nine passengers, including a teenager, and a pilot when the incident occurred just after 7:30am local time. The destination of the flight was Cairns, but … Read more
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA – The story of the survivors of Flight 571, also known as the “Miracle of the Andes,” has been the subject of several film adaptations. One of the earliest versions is the 1976 film “Survive!”, directed by Rene Cardona. Hollywood also took on the story in 1993 with the production of “Alive”. Now, … Read more
A plane crash can be a terrifying experience for anyone involved. However, there are some tips and strategies to increase the chances of survival in such a situation. In the event of a plane crash, it is important to listen to and follow the instructions provided by the flight attendants and crew. Pay attention to … Read more