Accident Details
On August 26, 1966, a Japan Airlines Convair 880 crashed in Japan. Five fatalities were reported as a result of the accident. No further information about the flight, such as the origin, destination, or phase of flight, is available from the source.
Record in Aviation Database
This accident is recorded in the Wikidata aviation-safety dataset. This dataset is a comprehensive collection of over three thousand documented aviation accidents and occurrences. It covers the entire timeline of aviation, from the earliest powered flights to modern day, and includes both powered and unpowered aircraft. The dataset provides a structured way to access historical accident data.
Utility for Safety Research
Researchers can use the dataset to cross-reference individual accidents with official investigation reports. Such cross-referencing helps in analyzing long-term safety trends and identifying recurring contributing factors across different eras of aviation. By studying patterns in accidents like the 1966 Japan Airlines Convair 880 crash, the aviation community can learn from past events to improve future safety.