Incident Overview Facts

  • Incident occurred on undefined involving undefined aircraft N93119 (undefined).
  • Location: East Moriches, NY, undefined.
  • Fatalities: 230 out of undefined occupants on board.

Investigation Summary

TWA Flight 800 suffered an explosion of the center wing fuel tank resulting from a short circuit outside the tank over the Atlantic Ocean off East Moriches, New York.

Airframe & Operator Details

Operating Carrier
Aircraft Model
Registration Mark
N93119
Mode S Hex

Location & Impact

Accident Location
East Moriches, NY
Country
Total Fatalities
230
Total Occupants

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