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About Air Florida Flight 90 Crashes Into Washington's Potomac River | Air Crash Confidential S1 E5

Extreme weather proves to be a formidable adversary, contributing to one in three air crashes. The episode delves into the harrowing story of Air Florida Flight 90, which tragically crashes into the icy waters of the Potomac River due to a combination of human error and freezing conditions. Air Crash Confidential takes us on a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most infamous plane crashes in history, and how these crashes were discovered, investigates and eventually improved current air transport. WONDER is packed with binge worthy reality documentaries for hours of entertainment. Check out our hub of diverse and empowering stories which explore the extreme side of life!

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Air Florida Flight 90 Crashes Into Washington's Potomac River | Air Crash Confidential S1 E5
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52 minutes
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