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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1982
Page
8
federal inquiry probes whether the Air Florida jet was properly de iced before takeoff from National Airport after the January crash that killed 78. Witnesses cited confusion over de icing chemicals and effectiveness, vague engine defrost guidelines, and unclear responsibility for final aircraft inspection amid broader industry concerns.
An Air National Guard KC-135 tanker collided with a civilian Grumman American Yankee over the desert near Phoenix killing at least six. The tanker crew perished along with two aboard the civilian plane, which was en route from Phoenix to Livermore. The crash prompted investigations into de-icing practices and weather-related safety concerns.
Austrian Chancellor Bruno Kreisky said his Socialist government would likely approve arms deliveries to Libya if the country does not wage war on another state. He indicated talks were held with Libyan officials and Austrian firms, though he offered few details amid U.S. concern over Khadafy’s visit.
In Paramaribo at dawn, captured rebel leader Sgt Maj Wilfred Hawker was executed by firing squad as loyal forces crushed the attempted coup. Another rebel, ex Lt Surin Rambocus, remains at large while followers flee toward the Guyanese border. Normal life slowly returns with stores and schools reopening.
Paris awaits nationwide provincial balloting seen as a referendum on the nine month old Socialist government of President Francois Mitterrand. Conservatives seek back power after 23 years. Socialists push for confidence in policies including nationalizations, wealth tax, shorter work week, and decentralization. Former President Valery Giscard dEstaing runs for a political comeback.
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