Incident Overview
Date: Tuesday 26 October 1965
Aircraft Type: Lockheed L-188A Electra
Owner/operator: National Airlines
Location: Key West International Airport, FL (EYW) –
ÿ United States of America
Phase of Flight: En route
Casualties: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 33
Component Affected: AircraftAircraft
Category: Unlawful Interference
A young Cuban pilot hijacked a commercial flight, intending to rescue his family in Havana. He utilized a pellet gun to overpower the crew, resulting in a fire axe attack that led to the aircraft being forced to land.A young Cuban pilot hijacked a commercial flight, intending to rescue his family in Havana. He utilized a pellet gun to overpower the crew, resulting in a fire axe attack that led to the aircraft being forced to land.
Description
A young Cuban hijacked the plane using a pellet gun. He wanted to be flown to Havana to rescue his family. He was overpowered by crew members using a fire axe.
Primary Cause
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