Plane crashes into Manhattan high-rise

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In summary, a small aircraft crashed into a 50-story building in Manhattan, resulting in two confirmed deaths. The cause is still unknown and it is being treated as an accident. ABC News provided a live video feed of the incident. The incident caused fear among people in the area and the firefighters responded quickly to contain the flames. Unfortunately, one of the victims was a Yankees player. The situation was handled efficiently by the firefighters.
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I just found a news feed on YahooNews that says a plane crashed into a 50-story building in Manhattan, but there were few details, and I don't have cable and the networks haven't broken into daytime television. Apparently it was a small craft, and it has not been determined if it was a 'copter or fixed-wing.
 
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http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20061011/ap_on_re_us/manhattan_plane_crash [Broken]
 
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2 confirmed deaths. Seems to be an accident at this time.
 
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There is a live video feed from ABC on yahoo news.

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Wow! I can't even imagine the fear the people would've felt walking down that road.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/6042306.stm
http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=topNews&storyID=2006-10-11T191603Z_01_N11421400_RTRUKOC_0_US-CRASH-NEWYORK.xml&src=101106_1544_TOPSTORY_aircraft_hits_nyc
 
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What a shame, and how very scary for the people of NYC. The fire-fighters did a fantastic job. Not only getting there quickly, but containing it so fast.
 

What caused the plane to crash into the Manhattan high-rise?

The cause of the plane crash can vary depending on the specific incident. It could be due to mechanical failure, pilot error, or external factors such as weather conditions or bird strikes. A thorough investigation is usually conducted to determine the exact cause.

Were there any survivors?

This also depends on the specific incident. In some cases, there may be survivors who were able to escape the building before it collapsed or were rescued by emergency responders. However, in other cases, there may be no survivors.

How common are plane crashes into buildings?

Thankfully, plane crashes into buildings are rare occurrences. According to data from the National Transportation Safety Board, there have been only 11 such incidents in the United States between 1945 and 2019. This equates to an average of less than one incident per year.

What safety measures are in place to prevent plane crashes into buildings?

There are several safety measures in place to prevent such incidents from occurring. These include strict regulations and protocols for pilots and air traffic controllers, regular maintenance and safety checks for aircraft, and the use of advanced technology such as collision avoidance systems.

What steps are taken after a plane crashes into a building?

After a plane crash into a building, a thorough investigation is conducted by the National Transportation Safety Board to determine the cause of the incident. The Federal Aviation Administration and other agencies may also be involved in the investigation. The building may also undergo structural assessments and repairs before resuming normal operations.

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