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Small Plane Crashes into Fort Lauderdale Autism Center; 2 Dead

A small plane crashed into a therapy center for autistic children in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on December 1st.

The Cessna 335 plane was carrying two people when it crashed through the roof of the building that had eight teachers and five children inside.

Both occupants of the plane were killed in the crash. One of the teachers inside the building suffered minor injuries.

The cause of crash is being investigated.

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JetBlue Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Fort Lauderdale

JetBlue flight B6-1701 made an emergency landing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on October 18th.

The Airbus A321-200 plane flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York, was on final approach to Fort Lauderdale when the crew went around due to an unsafe gear.

The plane subsequently landed safely and was towed to the apron. Everyone aboard remained unharmed.

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4 Injured After Fort Lauderdale-Bound Spirit Airlines Plane Hits Turbulence

Spirit Airlines flight NK-265 encountered severe turbulence near Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on December 5th.

The Airbus A321-200 plane flying from Atlantic City, New Jersey, was descending toward Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport when it hit turbulence that injured one passenger and three crew members.

The plane continued for a safe landing.

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Spirit Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Newark

Spirit Airlines flight NK-779 had to divert and make an emergency landing in Newark, New Jersey, on March 20th.

The Airbus A321-200 plane heading from LaGuardia Airport, New York, to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, was diverted after the crew noticed an odor on-board.

The plane landed safely. All passengers and crew members remained unharmed.

The airline arranged a replacement plane for the passengers.

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Spirit Airlines Flight Returns to Fort Lauderdale After Bird Strike

Spirit Airlines flight NK-153 had to return for an emergency landing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on February 13th.

The Airbus A319-100 plane took off for San Salvador, El Salvador, but had to return shortly afterwards due to a bird strike.

The plane landed safely. Everyone aboard remained unharmed.

The airline arranged a replacement plane for the passengers.