On May 25, 1979, American Airlines Flight 191 took off from O'Hare International Airport in Chicago bound for Los Angeles. Tragically, during takeoff, one of the engines on the left wing detached from the DC-10, leading to a catastrophic failure. The aircraft remained airborne for just 31 seconds before crashing into a field near Touhy Avenue. The crash resulted in the deaths of all 271 passengers and crew aboard, as well as two people on the ground.
This year marks the 40th anniversary of what remains the deadliest aviation disaster in U.S. history. To honor the victims, hundreds gathered at Lake Park in Des Plaines, where a permanent memorial stands in their memory. At 3:04 PM, a bell was rung 31 times—once for each second the doomed flight was in the air. The names of all those who lost their lives were read aloud, and two Chicago Fire Department ARFF units performed a water salute, releasing four bursts of water to symbolize each passing decade since the tragedy.
The event was accompanied by a series of photographs capturing the solemn occasion, including images of the memorial, firefighters performing their tribute, and attendees paying their respects. These photos, taken by Larry Shapiro, offer a visual reflection of the community’s enduring remembrance and respect for the victims of this devastating accident.
The day’s ceremony served as a powerful reminder of the importance of safety in aviation and the lasting impact of such tragedies on families, communities, and the aviation industry as a whole. As the years pass, the memory of Flight 191 continues to remind us of the need for vigilance, accountability, and compassion in the face of loss.
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