Tag Archives: Crash

Vancleve Plane Crash Killed Six

Posted on July 7, 2024 by sdbowling

On July 7, 1963, a single-engine crash near Vancleve killed all six onboard. Learn more about this nearly forgotten tragedy and its only remaining mark in Breathitt County. Continue reading →

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Goodyear Blimp Crashes on Breathitt-Wolfe Line

Posted on January 11, 2023 by sdbowling

The Goodyear blimp Puritan dropped low in the sky trying to avoid a blinding storm and heavy sleet.

The ice-bound airship slammed into the trees and crashed on the Breathitt-Wolfe County line. Continue reading →

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