Today In SCV History: January 12, 1937 - Plane Crash Near Newhall Results In 5 Dead, 8 Injured img:is([sizes="auto" i], [sizes^="auto," i]) { contain-intrinsic-size: 3000px 1500px } Today In SCV History: January 12, 1937
Today In SCV History: January 12, 1937 - Plane Crash Near Newhall Results In 5 Dead, 8 Injured
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Today In SCV History: January 12, 1937
Source: KHTS Hometown Station
Date: 01/12/2026 10:00am
Article Summary:
"Historical SCV Plane Crash: January 12, 1937 - Western Air Express Tragedy Near Newhall Results in 5 Fatalities and 8 Injuries"
On January 12, 1937, Western Air Express Flight 7, traveling from Salt Lake City to San Diego, crashed into Pinetos Peak, south of Newhall, due to poor visibility caused by fog and snow, resulting in five fatalities and eight injuries among the 13 people on board. The crash was attributed to pilot error in severe weather conditions, with rescue efforts led by surviving passengers, including Arthur Robinson, who sought help from a nearby sanitarium. The incident marked the second commercial airliner crash in the area within three weeks, emphasizing the dangerous flight conditions and leading to litigation, although ultimately blaming the severe weather and communication issues.
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Date: 01/12/2026 10:00am
Article Summary:
"Historical SCV Plane Crash: January 12, 1937 - Western Air Express Tragedy Near Newhall Results in 5 Fatalities and 8 Injuries"
On January 12, 1937, Western Air Express Flight 7, traveling from Salt Lake City to San Diego, crashed into Pinetos Peak, south of Newhall, due to poor visibility caused by fog and snow, resulting in five fatalities and eight injuries among the 13 people on board. The crash was attributed to pilot error in severe weather conditions, with rescue efforts led by surviving passengers, including Arthur Robinson, who sought help from a nearby sanitarium. The incident marked the second commercial airliner crash in the area within three weeks, emphasizing the dangerous flight conditions and leading to litigation, although ultimately blaming the severe weather and communication issues.
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