Fujita Airlines
Appearance
Founded | 1956 |
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Ceased operations | 1963 (merged with All Nippon Airways) |
Fleet size | Cessna 170, de Havilland Dove, de Havilland Heron, Fokker F27, Convair 240 |
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Fujita Airlines (藤田航空, Fujita Kōkū) was an airline in Japan, formerly known as Nippon Yuran Airlines. Founded in 1956,[1] it operated various types of propeller aircraft, including the Cessna 170, de Havilland Dove and Fokker F27. In 1963, the company merged with All Nippon Airways.[1]
Incidents and accidents
[edit]- On August 17, 1963, a Fujita Airlines de Havilland Heron 1B (registration JA6155) struck a mountain near Hachijo Island shortly after takeoff due to possible engine failure, killing all 19 passengers and crew on board.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Information about Fujita Airlines at the Aviation Safety Network
- ^ Article. Nevada State Journal. Monday August 19, 1963.