WKRP In Cincinnati’s Most Iconic Episode Was Partly Inspired By A Famous Aviation Disaster

By New Zealand Blog News Service Jun 2, 2026

We’ve all heard the phrase, “Oh, the humanity!” – but did you know WKRP In Cincinnati’s iconic “Turkeys Away” episode was modeled after a real-life disaster?
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