What happened on Monday October 20, 1986?

Here's what happened on October 20, 1986:

• Aeroflot Flight 6502 Crash Aeroflot Flight 6502 tragically crashed during landing at Kuibyshev Airport (now Kuromoch International Airport) in Samara, Russia, resulting in 70 fatalities. The incident highlighted significant aviation safety concerns of the era.
• Major Earthquake in Kermadec Islands A significant magnitude 8.3 earthquake struck the Kermadec Islands region, causing potential geological disruption in the South Pacific Ocean.
• American Eagle Gold Bullion Coin Launch The United States Mint officially launched the American Eagle gold bullion coin program, introducing a 0.9167 fine gold coin that would become a significant investment and collector's item.
• Edward Tracy Kidnapping American writer Edward Tracy was kidnapped in Beirut, highlighting the volatile political situation in Lebanon during the mid-1980s.
• Breaking the Code Theatre Premiere Hugh Whitemore's play 'Breaking the Code', which likely explores themes of cryptography or personal struggle, premiered in London, contributing to the cultural landscape of the time.

Events in 1986

October 20, 1986: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 20, 1986

Newspapers from Oct. 20, 1986

October 20, 1986: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Denver Broncos - New York Jets : 10 - 22

October 20, 1986 was a Monday and it was the 293rd day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 20, 1986 can also be written as 10/20/1986 in the US and as 20/10/1986 in UK and Europe.

October 20, 1986 in October 1986 calendar

Famous people born on October 20, 1986:

• Elyse Taylor

  Prominent Australian fashion model known for her work with Victoria's Secret and international runway appearances.

• Matt Steffanina

  Popular YouTube dance choreographer and content creator known for viral dance videos and tutorials.

Famous people born in 1986

Famous people born on October 20th

Famous people died on October 20, 1986:

• Samora Machel

  Mozambican revolutionary leader and first president of Mozambique.

Famous people who died in 1986

Famous people who died on October 20th

October 20, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 20, 1986 was True Colors by Cyndi Lauper, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

1. Cyndi Lauper - True Colors
2. Tina Turner - Typical Male
3. Janet Jackson - When I Think Of You
4. Robert Palmer - I Didn't Mean To Turn You On
5. Don Johnson - Heartbeat

October 20, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 20, 1986 was True Blue by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

1. Madonna - True Blue
2. Nick Berry - Every Loser Wins
3. Five Star - Rain Or Shine
4. The Communards - Don't Leave Me This Way
5. Status Quo - In The Army Now

October 20, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 20, 1986 was Shake You Down by Gregory Abbott, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

1. Gregory Abbott - Shake You Down
2. Cameo - Word Up
3. Howard Hewett - I'm For Real
4. Tina Turner - Typical Male
5. Melba Moore (Duet With Freddie Jackson) - A Little Bit More

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 20th is Libra.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 20, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 20, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 20, 1986 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 20, 1986 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 October 20, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 86% full, rising at 07:29 pm and setting at 11:11 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 17, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Nov 16, 1986.

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Your place in the Universe on October 20, 1986

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Someone born on October 20, 1986 is:

38 years 6 months old,

or 462 months and 3 days old,

or 2009 weeks and 2 days old,

or 14065 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 20, 1986?

There are 180 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday October 20th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 20, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 20, 1986.

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