N8079U (Mcdonnell Douglas DC-8-71F) — routes, history & safety record

FlightFinder has no observed route profile for this registration. The documented safety events below are available independently of live flight tracking.

Safety history

February 17, 2000AccidentHull loss
A loss of pitch control resulting from the disconnection of the right elevator control tab. The disconnection was caused by the failure to properly secure and inspect the attachment bolt.
Douglas DC-8-71F · 3 fatalities
A loss of pitch control resulting from the disconnection of the right elevator control tab. The disconnection was caused by the failure to properly secure and inspect the attachment bolt. Full accident record
February 16, 2000AccidentHull loss
On February 16, 2000, about 1951 Pacific standard time, Emery Worldwide Airlines Flight 17, a McDonnell Douglas DC-8-71F, crashed in an automobile salvage yard shortly after takeoff from Sacramento Mather Airport (MHR) in Rancho Cordova, California. The flight was attempting to return to the airport for an emergency landing.
McDonnell Douglas DC-8-71F · 3 fatalities
A loss of pitch control resulting from the disconnection of the right elevator control tab. The disconnection was caused by the failure to properly secure and inspect the attachment bolt. Full accident record