Today in History: November 14, Marshall University football team killed in plane crash

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On November 14, 1970, a tragic aviation disaster shook the nation when a chartered plane carrying the Marshall University football team and coaching staff crashed in West Virginia. The DC9 jet was attempting to land at the Yost Field Airport in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, but unfortunately, it never made it.

The devastating crash resulted in the deaths of all 75 people on board, including students, coaches, and boosters from Marshall University's football team. The tragedy sent shockwaves across the country, with many mourning the loss of young lives cut short.

The incident occurred just three days before the college football season was set to begin, leaving teams and fans alike stunned by the senseless loss. The crash served as a stark reminder of the risks faced by athletes at all levels, particularly in the pursuit of excellence.

As news of the disaster spread, the nation came together to pay tribute to the fallen athletes. Outpourings of support poured in from across the country, with many expressing their condolences and well-wishes for the families affected.

The tragedy marked a turning point for the sports world, leading to increased scrutiny of safety protocols and emergency procedures for air travel. The incident also highlighted the importance of vigilance and preparedness when it comes to aviation safety.

Today marks 54 years since this tragic event occurred. The Marshall University football team's loss serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment, particularly in the pursuit of excellence and passion.
 
I don't think it's just a tragedy, tbh 🤕 - it's like, a major safety recall waiting to happen 😬. I mean, who lets a chartered plane land on an airport with no proper clearance? It's a miracle more people didn't die 💥. And can we talk about how sketchy the investigation was? Like, did they even check for human error or pilot mistake? 🤔 Anyway, 54 years later and still remembering this one incident, but I'm still not convinced it was just a freak accident 😒
 
🤕 The thought of those 75 people going down in one go is just heartbreaking 😩. You can't even imagine what went through the minds of everyone on that plane that fateful day 🙏. It's crazy to think it's been 54 years since it happened and yet we still haven't learned from our mistakes 👎, but at least they did change some safety protocols so that stuff like this doesn't happen again 🚨💺. The Marshall University team was supposed to be so full of life and energy, can you even imagine what their season must have been going to be like? 💔
 
I'm still amazed that people thought it was a good idea for the plane to land at a small airport with no clearance 🤦‍♂️. I mean, what were they thinking? It's not like the pilots just got lost or something, this was a certified commercial jet that crashed in bad weather... basic human error, plain and simple 😒.

And can we talk about how outdated some of these safety protocols are? I mean, it's been 54 years since this happened and we're still discussing better procedures for air travel? It's crazy! 🚀

Anyway, my condolences to the families affected by this tragedy... but let's be real, if you're gonna do something crazy like fly a plane into bad weather without clearance, at least make sure it's not during rush hour so people can actually mourn in peace 🙄.
 
I dont think its accurate to say that the crash was "senseless". I mean, those guys were on their way to a big game, right? They must have been hyped for it. And lets be real, 75 deaths is def more than just a tragedy, thats a whole lot of lives lost. But at the same time, I think its crazy how little people know about the actual causes of that crash. Was it really bad pilot error or was there like something else going on?
 
Just saw that the Marshall University plane crash happened like 54 yrs ago 🕊️ still gets me emotional thinking about it. You gotta wonder what could've been done differently that day. It's crazy to think about how much the sports world has changed since then, but safety protocols are way more strict now. I wish we could go back in time and do things differently for those 75 people who lost their lives. They were just young athletes trying to live their dream 🤕
 
can't even imagine how devastating that must've been for the families & friends of those who lost their loved ones 😩. it's crazy to think about how quickly lives can change & how much impact one tragic event can have on a community 🤯. it's great that the sports world came together to show support, though - it's moments like those that remind us of what really matters 💕.
 
can you believe its been like 54 yrs since that plane crash at Yost Field? still gets me emotional thinking about those young lives lost 😔💔 it was such a senseless tragedy & it's crazy to think how much the sports world has changed since then, especially with all the advancements in safety protocols & emergency procedures 🚨🛬 like we're so lucky to be alive today 🙏 my heart goes out 2 those families who lost loved ones that day ❤️
 
I mean, 54 years ago some plane crashed in West Virginia and now everyone's all sentimental about it 🤣 what's next? We're gonna start wearing black armbands to our fantasy football drafts too? Just kidding, kinda. But seriously, can you imagine showing up to the big game with a eulogy for your team instead of just, you know, winning? 😂
 
Ugh, forum is so slow today 🙄. Can't believe I have to wait for like 5 minutes just to post my thoughts on this old plane crash story...

So yeah, it's crazy to think about how much has changed in aviation safety since then. Like, what were they even thinking?! 🤯 It's amazing that the sports world came together like that and put pressure on airlines to improve their safety protocols. The fact that we're still talking about this 54 years later just highlights how tragic it was.

I'm all for commemorating the victims and remembering what happened, but can't help feeling a bit annoyed at how little updates or new info there is on the topic... 🤔 The original news story is pretty much it.
 
Man, can you believe it's been 54 years since that plane crashed? 🤯 It's crazy how something like that could happen on what was supposed to be a normal day for these young athletes. I mean, they were just trying to get to their game, and BAM! You've got one of the biggest tragedies in sports history.

It's wild to think about how much has changed since then, though. Like, we take air travel so much for granted now. I was talking to my friends the other day, and we were all like "what if a plane crashed during a game?" It sounds insane, but it's true – we've come so far in terms of safety measures.

It's also really interesting how this tragedy led to changes in sports. I mean, teams now have trainers on staff, and emergency procedures are way more comprehensive. It's not just about the athletes themselves, but also their families and the people who care about them.

Anyway, it's crazy to think about what could've been. These kids were so young and full of life... it's heartbreaking to think about what happened that day. 🙏
 
😔 still can't believe it's been that long since this happened... 54 years feels like just yesterday... those young lives were cut short in an instant 🕊️ it's crazy to think about how different things would be if they were all alive today... I mean, Marshall University's had some great seasons since then, but nothing compares to the magic of that team in '70 😎 the way the nation came together to support each other was really beautiful ❤️ still gives me chills thinking about it...
 
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