A true crime podcast in the air. Lifelong aviation enthusiast Gustavo Sorola and his co-host Chris Demarais break down the major accidents in aviation and the steps taken to prevent future disasters. If you like true-crime podcasts but want something fresh and unique, you’ll love Black Box Down. Subscribe now and fasten your seat belt.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 4 days 19 hours 15 minutes
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Learning to Fly a Plane
Gus shares stories about becoming a pilot. Gus and our producer Dennis share stories with Chris about what it is like to be a student pilot. How hard could being a pilot really be? Find out on this bonus episode of Black Box Down.
The First Midair Collision / Accidents From The 1920's
Two airliners collide over France in 1922. Three accidents from the 1920's helped shape aviation regulations still used today. What were these three accidents? Find out on this bonus episode of Black Box Down.
episode 51: Engine Falls Off During Takeoff / American Airlines Flight 191
An engine falls off an airplane as it is taking off. American Airlines Flight 191 has just reached takeoff speed when the engine falls off the airplane. What caused the engine to leave the aircrat and what happened to this flight? Find out on this episode of Black Box Down.
episode 52: Mysterious Crash in the Pacific / The Search for Pan Am Flight 7
A flight around the world mysteriously crashes in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Pan Am Flight 7 was on its way to Hawai'i while making several radio check ins. After failing to check in, search and rescue began and it was discovered the plane crashed North of its planned course. What happened on board this plane that led it to crash? Find out on this episode of Black Box Down.
episode 53: Fire Above the Cockpit / Swissair Flight 111
A fire rages midflight above the cockpit. Swissair Flight 111 is one hour into their flight when the crew starts smelling smoke. A fire has started in the area above the cockpit and causes the plane to crash into the ocean. What what the cause of this fire? Find out on this episode of Black Box Down.
episode 54: Unqualified Pilots Crash Plane / Aeroflot Flight 821
The captain and first officer get overwhelmed and crash the airplane. Aeroflot Flight 821 is approaching its destination when the two pilots get confused and overwhelmed. The captain is underqualified and neither pilot is very familiar with the plane they are flying. How did two unqualified pilots be left in charge of this flight? Find out on this episode of Black Box Down.
episode 55: Strong Winds Push Aircraft Off the Runway / Continental Airlines Flight 1404
A heavy crosswind pushes an aircraft off the runway during takeoff. Continental Airlines Flight 1404 is getting ready for takeoff when they notice a strong crosswind. The winds are below the maxium speed allowed, but as they begin takeoff, the wind becomes too powerful and the aircraft rolls off the runway. How powerful were these winds and why couldn't the pilots fight it? Find out on this episode of Black Box Down.
episode 56: Plane Catches Fire After Landing / China Airlines Flight 120
A Boeing 737 catches fire after parking at the gate. China Airlines Flight 129 safely lands and taxis to their gate. After shutting down the engines, the right engine bursts into flames with everyone still on board. What caused this strange fire? Find out on this episode of Black Box Down.
episode 57: Flying Blind in the Mountains / Texas International Airlines Flight 655
A Convair CV-600 is flying at low altitude at night in mountainous terrain.
episode 58: Airplane Nose Dives By Itself / Qantas Flight 72
An Airbus A330 suddenly pitches down on its own. Qantas Flight 72 is cruising over the Indian Ocean when it violently pitches down without warning. The Captain eventually regains control but moments later it pitches down again. What is happening on board this plane to cause it to suddenly dive? Find out on this episode of Black Box Down.
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