October 14 History Quiz — 5 Questions

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How did pilot error cause the 1975 Avro Vulcan crash?

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Which of the following was a feature of the Avro Vulcan B.2 compared to the B.1?

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What specific action did the co-pilot, Flying Officer E. G. Alexander, take that contributed to the accident?

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How did the aircraft behave after shearing off its undercarriage during the initial landing attempt?

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What was the name of the house in Żabbar that was rebuilt at the expense of the RAF after the crash?

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Which historical figure granted the title of Città Hompesch to the area now known as Żabbar?

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