MP495

In the sky, up high, a plane took flight, With passengers aboard, all filled with delight, To Faro they traveled, a holiday in sight, But little did they know, it would be a fright. Martinair Flight 495, soaring through the air, A DC-10, a mighty plane, beyond compare, With 13 crew members, and 327 on board, Holidaymakers, their spirits soared. But as they approached Faro, the weather turned, Severe conditions, the plane soon learned, The wind howled and the rain poured down, A treacherous landing, in this Portuguese town. With bravery and skill, the pilots tried their best, To guide the plane safely, and pass the test, But alas, tragedy struck, as the plane crash-landed, 54 lives lost, their journey abruptly ended. Though the pain was great, and the injuries severe, The survivors stood strong, united, without fear, In memory of those who lost their lives that day, We remember them now, as we kneel and pray. Random page: Dzbadzek