Pigeon vs Plane Crash in 1926 and 1976 | Spokane News

In 1976, a small plane plummeted near Felts Field after wild, erratic movements—killing a congressional candidate, his wife, and their young son. The pilot, a towing business owner married to a school board official, left behind unanswered questions as investigators sought closure for grieving families. Meanwhile, a century earlier in 1926, a carrier pigeon flew 450 miles through rain and darkness to deliver a simple message: “We need a spot at the fair.” A quirky contrast between tragedy and triumph in the sky. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/89a4945d4fc2b7fc