American Airlines Convair crashes into Elizabeth, New Jersey killing 29, the second deadly crash in six weeks there

In Elizabeth, New Jersey, two plane crashes occurred within six weeks, causing significant casualties and damage. The latest crash involved a twin-engine plane approaching Newark Airport, which disappeared from radar and crashed into a residential area, killing 29 people, including former U.S. Secretary of War Robert Patterson. The community, already reeling from a previous crash, demanded action to improve safety and prevent future tragedies.

What was the destination of the twin-engine plane involved in the latest crash?

• Newark

• Elizabeth

• Buffalo

• New York

What equipment did Newark Airport have that was mentioned in the transcript?

• Emergency response team

• Radar landing aids

• Advanced weather monitoring

• Automatic pilot system

How many people died in the latest crash, including those on the ground?

• Twenty-nine

• Thirty-five

• Twenty-three

• Fifty-six

Who was one of the notable victims aboard the crashed plane?

• A renowned scientist

• Former U.S. Secretary of War Robert Patterson

• A famous actor

• A well-known author

What did the people of Elizabeth, New Jersey demand after the crashes?

• Better weather forecasting

• Stricter air traffic control

• Action to prevent future crashes

• Compensation for damages