Welcome to Mayday Air Disasters! This riveting series delves into the world's most catastrophic aviation accidents, uncovering the causes and consequences of each tragic event.

On 7 September 1909, Eugène Lefebvre was the first to be killed while piloting a powered airplane, while the first fatal mid-air collision occurred on 19 June 1912, near Douai, France, …

Oct 23, 2025 · The deadliest airplane disasters in the world included American Airlines flight 11 and United Airlines flight 175, both of which were flown into the World Trade Center on …

5 days ago · 2025 has been a devastating year for aviation, marked by catastrophic crashes worldwide. Here are some of the most significant air disasters that shook the globe this year.

Feb 18, 2025 · The crash of a Delta Air Lines plane in Toronto is the fourth major aviation disaster in North America in the last month. Here’s a look at each of the crashes.

5 days ago · Video of the deadly Louisville, Kentucky, crash showed flames on one of the plane's wings and a huge fireball erupting as the aircraft hit the ground.

Apr 1, 2025 · Top 10 aviation disasters that shook the world. Explore the deadliest plane crashes and their impact on aviation safety. #Aviation #AirDisasters

6 days ago · Authorities confirm at seven people were killed and 11 others injured Tuesday after a UPS plane crashed near the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) in Kentucky.

Feb 3, 2025 · The recent tragic crashes, with their devastating loss of life, are both unacceptable and deeply concerning. Nevertheless, despite these tragedies, air travel remains the safest …

Try the new interactive dashboard of aviation accidents per month and state or region. Dashboard Accident Synopses - by month