Incident Overview Facts

  • Incident occurred on undefined involving undefined aircraft N14053 (undefined).
  • Location: Belle Harbor, NY, undefined.
  • Fatalities: 265 out of undefined occupants on board.

Investigation Summary

American Airlines Flight 587 crashed in Queens, New York, after vertical stabilizer separation caused by excessive alternating rudder pedal inputs in wake turbulence.

Airframe & Operator Details

Operating Carrier
Aircraft Model
Registration Mark
N14053
Mode S Hex

Location & Impact

Accident Location
Belle Harbor, NY
Country
Total Fatalities
265
Total Occupants

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