The Munich Air Disaster

The Munich Air Disaster occurred on February 6, 1958, when a British commercial flight carrying Manchester United football team and staff crashed while attempting to take off from Munich Airport. The aircraft was damaged in snowy weather, and after multiple aborted attempts, it overran the runway and collided with structures. The crash resulted in 23 fatalities, including eight players, staff, and journalists, leaving the team devastated. This tragedy profoundly impacted Manchester United and the wider football community, highlighting the risks of air travel in adverse conditions and leading to improvements in airline safety standards.