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Air Florida Flight 90

13 January 1982

Flight that crashed in 1982 near Washington (D.C.) National Airport. It took place on 13 January 1982 in what is now the United States. The setting was Potomac River and 14th Street Bridges. Those involved included Arland D. Williams, Jr.. Its causes included pilot error and icing conditions. About 82 people died. Some 9 were injured.

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