March 4, 1954: USAAF C-47A 42-24096 struck a mountain near Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée, France due to a navigation error, killing all 20 on board. Details: http://aviation-safety.net/database/record.php?id=19540304-3

A low-angle view captures a steep and rugged mountain face near Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée, France, a dramatic mix of dark, craggy rock and bright snow. A narrow gully cuts down through the center, while jagged peaks are outlined against a dark sky. This is the mountain that a USAAF C-47A aircraft struck on March 4, 1954, following a navigation error, killing all 20 people on board. The high-contrast image emphasizes the formidable scale of the alpine environment.

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