What happened on Friday August 02, 1985?

Here's what happened on August 02, 1985:

• Delta Flight 191 Crash at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport A Delta Air Lines Lockheed L-1011 TriStar crashed at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport during a severe thunderstorm, resulting in 137 fatalities. The crash is considered one of the most significant aviation disasters of the 1980s, highlighting critical issues in aviation safety and weather-related flight risks.
• NASA Space Vehicle Launch NASA successfully launched space vehicle S-209, contributing to ongoing space exploration and research efforts.
• Westminster, Colorado Train Crash A tragic train accident in Westminster, Colorado resulted in five fatalities, underscoring the potential dangers of rail transportation and the importance of safety protocols.
• Remarkable Baseball Play by Carlton Fisk During a game between the Chicago White Sox and New York Yankees, catcher Carlton Fisk achieved a remarkable defensive play by tagging out two runners at home plate simultaneously, showcasing exceptional athletic skill.

Events in 1985

August 02, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 02, 1985

Newspapers from Aug. 02, 1985

August 02, 1985 was a Friday and it was the 214th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 02, 1985 can also be written as 8/2/1985 in the US and as 2/8/1985 in UK and Europe.

August 02, 1985 in August 1985 calendar

Famous people born on August 02, 1985:

• Jimmy Briand

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• Harry Smith (wrester)
• Chase Armitage
• Antoinette Nana Djimou

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on August 2nd

Famous people died on August 02, 1985:

• Frank Faylen
• João Pereira Venâncio

Famous people who died in 1985

Famous people who died on August 2nd

August 02, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 02, 1985 was Shout by Tears For Fears, according to the music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.

1. Tears For Fears - Shout
2. Paul Young - Everytime You Go Away
3. Sting - If You Love Somebody Set Them Free
4. Whitney Houston - You Give Good Love
5. Bruce Springsteen - Glory Days

August 02, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 02, 1985 was Frankie by Sister Sledge, according to the music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.

1. Sister Sledge - Frankie
2. Harold Faltermeyer - Axel F
3. Eurythmics - There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)
4. Kool & The Gang - Cherish
5. Madonna - Crazy For You

August 02, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 02, 1985 was Freeway Of Love by Aretha Franklin, according to the music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.

1. Aretha Franklin - Freeway Of Love
2. Debarge - Who's Holding Donna Now
3. Cameo - Attack Me With Your Love
4. Rene & Angela - Save Your Love (For #1)
5. Luther Vandross - It's Over Now

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 2nd is Leo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 02, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 02, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 02, 1985 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 02, 1985 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on August 02, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 09:38 pm and setting at 08:32 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 31, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Aug 30, 1985.

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Your place in the Universe on August 02, 1985

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Someone born on August 02, 1985 is:

39 years 10 months old,

or 478 months and 23 days old,

or 2081 weeks and 5 days old,

or 14572 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 02, 1985?

There are 38 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 2nd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 02, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 02, 1985.

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