Fire Buffs promote the general welfare of the fire and rescue service and protect its heritage and history. Famous Fire Buffs through the years include New York Fire Surgeon Harry Archer, Boston Pops Conductor Arthur Fiedler, New York Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia and - legend has it - President George Washington.


Thursday, July 23, 2015

FEDEX - 1997



FedEx Flight 14 crashed during landing at Newark's airport on July 31, 1997. The pilot was unable to slow the aircraft's descent. It bounced and rolled on the runway. The crew survived.