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49 Doves: The Flight 5191 Disaster

49 Doves: The Flight 5191 Disaster

This film tells the story of the crash of Comair Flight 5191 that occurred in August 2006 in Lexington, Kentucky. The crash killed 49 of the 50 people on board the Bombardier CRJ-200; co-pilot James Polehinke was the sole survivor. A behind-the-scenes look at the events surrounding the crash explores its impact on the families, friends, first responders and media members who covered the tragedy.

49 Doves: The Flight 5191 Disaster is a local public television program presented by KET

49 Doves: The Flight 5191 Disaster

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This film tells the story of the crash of Comair Flight 5191 that occurred on August 27, 2006. (1h 26m 33s)

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