February 16
1998
China Airlines Flight 676 Crash
The tragedy of China Airlines Flight 676 unfolded in 1998 when an international passenger flight from Bali to Taipei met a catastrophic end while attempting to land in adverse weather conditions. All 196 onboard perished, along with seven on the ground. The investigation unveiled crucial lapses in flight handling during a go-around maneuver. Read more
1983
Ash Wednesday Bushfires
The Ash Wednesday bushfires, igniting on February 16, 1983, were catastrophic fires that ravaged Victoria and South Australia, fueled by record drought and high winds, leading to immense loss and subsequent policy reform. Read more
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