1873day.year
The White Star steamer SS Atlantic sinks off Nova Scotia, killing 547 in one of the worst marine disasters of the 19th century.
On April 1, 1873, the SS Atlantic of the White Star Line sank off the coast of Nova Scotia, resulting in the loss of 547 lives.
The SS Atlantic, making its maiden voyage from Liverpool to New York, struck rocks near Gold Rock Point off Nova Scotia in dense fog. The ship broke apart and sank rapidly, leaving hundreds stranded in frigid waters. Despite rescue efforts by nearby vessels and local fishermen, 547 passengers and crew perished, making it one of the deadliest peacetime maritime disasters of the century. The tragedy prompted improvements in navigational protocols and lifeboat requirements. Public outcry led to stricter safety standards for transatlantic liners. Memorials in Nova Scotia honor the victims and commemorate the lessons learned from this catastrophe.
1873
White Star
SS Atlantic
Nova Scotia
1946day.year
The 8.6 Mw Aleutian Islands earthquake shakes the Aleutian Islands with a maximum Mercalli intensity of VI (Strong). A destructive tsunami reaches the Hawaiian Islands resulting in dozens of deaths, mostly in Hilo, Hawaii.
An 8.6-magnitude earthquake struck the Aleutian Islands on April 1, 1946, triggering a deadly tsunami that devastated parts of Hawaii.
On April 1, 1946, a massive magnitude 8.6 earthquake rocked the Aleutian Islands in Alaska, registering a maximum Mercalli intensity of VI (Strong). The quake generated a Pacific-wide tsunami that struck the Hawaiian Islands hours later. Waves up to 55 feet high inundated coastal communities, with Hilo suffering the greatest loss of life and property. Dozens of residents drowned, and entire neighborhoods were swept away. The disaster led to the establishment of the international tsunami warning system to better protect Pacific populations. Rescue and recovery efforts were hampered by damaged infrastructure and limited communication. The event remains one of the deadliest tsunamis to hit the United States in the 20th century.
1946
Aleutian Islands earthquake
Aleutian Islands
Mercalli intensity
tsunami
Hawaiian Islands
Hilo, Hawaii
1970day.year
A Royal Air Maroc Sud Aviation Caravelle crashes near Berrechid, Morocco, killing 61.
A Royal Air Maroc Sud Aviation Caravelle crashes near Berrechid, Morocco, resulting in 61 fatalities.
On April 1, 1970, a Royal Air Maroc Sud Aviation Caravelle crashed shortly after takeoff near Berrechid, Morocco.
All 61 people aboard the flight tragically lost their lives.
Investigators examined mechanical failure and pilot procedures as possible causes.
The disaster prompted a review of regional aviation safety standards.
It remains one of the deadliest aviation accidents in Morocco's history.
Memorials honor the victims and emphasize the importance of continuous safety improvements.
Royal Air Maroc
Sud Aviation Caravelle
crashes
Berrechid
1993day.year
NASCAR champion Alan Kulwicki is killed in a plane crash near the Tri-Cities Regional Airport in Blountville, Tennessee.
NASCAR champion Alan Kulwicki dies in a tragic plane crash near Tri-Cities Regional Airport.
On April 1, 1993, promising NASCAR driver and reigning Winston Cup champion Alan Kulwicki is killed in a plane crash near Blountville, Tennessee.
Kulwicki, known for his 'Polish Victory Lap', had risen from independent racer to top competitor in stock car racing.
The small aircraft crashes during approach to the Tri-Cities Regional Airport in foggy conditions.
His untimely death shocks the motorsport world and leads to memorial races in his honor.
Kulwicki's legacy endures as an emblem of determination and ingenuity in NASCAR history.
1993
NASCAR
Alan Kulwicki
plane crash
Tri-Cities Regional Airport
Blountville, Tennessee
2001day.year
An EP-3E United States Navy surveillance aircraft collides with a Chinese People's Liberation Army Shenyang J-8 fighter jet. The Chinese pilot ejected but is subsequently lost. The Navy crew makes an emergency landing in Hainan, China and is detained.
A U.S. Navy EP-3E collides with a Chinese fighter jet, forcing an emergency landing in Hainan and sparking a diplomatic standoff.
On April 1, 2001, a U.S. Navy EP-3E Aries II signals intelligence aircraft collides with a Chinese Shenyang J-8 fighter jet over the South China Sea.
The Chinese pilot ejects and is declared missing, while the heavily damaged EP-3E makes an emergency landing at Lingshui airbase in Hainan.
The 24 American crew members are detained by Chinese authorities for ten days amid escalating diplomatic strains.
The incident becomes a flashpoint in U.S.-China relations, raising questions about aerial surveillance and international law.
After tense negotiations, the crew is released, and the damaged aircraft is dismantled and returned to the U.S.
2001
EP-3E
United States Navy
surveillance aircraft
collides
People's Liberation Army
Shenyang J-8
fighter jet
Hainan