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Princess Diana meets fire crew who attended the scene of the British Airtours passenger

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Princess Diana meets fire crew who attended the scene of the British Airtours passenger

Princess Diana meets fire crew who attended the scene of the British Airtours passenger plane crash at Manchester Airport.
The Boeing 737 plane was bound the Greek Island of Corfu when take off was aborted due to engine failure, causing a fire and a plume of black smoke ensued.
55 people were killed, mainly due to the effects of smoke inhalation.
August 1985

Alf Markey
mirrorpix
England
WA*902701

Media ID 21386606

© Mirrorpix

House Of Windsor Princess Of Wales


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In this poignant photo print, we witness a remarkable moment as Princess Diana meets the courageous fire crew who valiantly attended the scene of the devastating British Airtours passenger plane crash at Manchester Airport. The year was 1985, and tragedy struck when a Boeing 737 bound for Corfu encountered engine failure during takeoff. As flames engulfed the aircraft and billows of black smoke filled the air, panic ensued among passengers and crew. Regrettably, this horrific incident claimed the lives of 55 individuals, with most succumbing to smoke inhalation. However, amidst such heartache and sorrow emerged an extraordinary display of compassion from Princess Diana herself. Known for her unwavering empathy towards others, she sought solace in meeting those brave firefighters who risked their own lives to save others that fateful day. Captured by photographer Alf Markey, this image serves as a powerful reminder of both human resilience and royal benevolence. It encapsulates not only Princess Diana's genuine concern for those affected by tragedy but also highlights her role as a symbol of hope within the House of Windsor. As we reflect on this photograph from Memory Lane Prints, let us remember all those whose lives were forever altered by this calamity while cherishing Princess Diana's enduring legacy as an advocate for compassion and healing in times of adversity.

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