Flight Safety Detectives
Flight Safety Detectives
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World-renowned aviation-industry consultants and former NTSB investigators John Goglia and Greg Feith have 100 years of worldwide aviation safety experience between them. In this hard-hitting podcast series they talk about everything aviation -- from the behind-the-scenes facts on deadly air crashes to topics of interest such as tips and tricks for navigating through airports and security, traveling with infants and children, unruly passengers, and packing your bags to ease through security.
The Real Story Behind the Marine One Event - Episode 341
Just days ago, Marine One took off from the White House carrying President Trump while an airliner was taking off from nearby Reagan National Airport. This event highlights unresolved air space issues made apparent by the fatal midair collision involving a U.S. Army helicopter and a regional airliner.
Aug 12
32 min
What Makes an Airplane Safe to Fly? - Episode 340
When is an aircraft truly airworthy? The answer is more complicated—and more important—than most pilots and aviation professionals realize.
Aug 5
41 min
737 Crash Details Emerging, Mental Health Bill Needs Attention - Episode 339
Greg Feith, John Goglia, and Todd Curtis, along with returning guest Mike Borfitz dig into the developing facts emerging related to the recent 737 crash in the northern Arabian Sea. As the wreckage is recovered, the Flight Safety Detectives are keen to learn about the plane’s history and maintenance records.
Jul 29
55 min
Young Aviation Enthusiast Examines Air Traffic Issues - Episode 338
Todd Curtis and John Goglia interview Rohan Guskin an aviation enthusiast whose experiences defy his young age. Guskin started flying at age 14 and is now 16. He is still too young to qualify for a pilot’s license but that has not stopped him from pursuing his passions.
Jul 22
36 min
Three New Aviation Events Everyone in Aviation Should Know About - Episode 337
In this episode of Flight Safety Detectives, aviation safety experts John Goglia and Todd Curtis examine three recent aviation events and explain what they reveal about today's aviation safety challenges.
Jul 15
30 min
Three People Die in One Tragic Flight - Episode 336
A routine flight turned into a tragedy that raises difficult questions about pilot decision-making, flight school oversight, and the risks of night flying.
Jul 8
40 min
Aviation Misadventures Explored in June Livestream Recording - Episode 335
John Goglia and Todd Curtis went live on June 22 to answer listener questions and give to-the-moment updates on several recent aviation safety events.
Jul 1
36 min
Aviation Investigations Uncover the Full Story - Episode 334
What can NASA safety reports tell us about the state of aviation after the pandemic? In this episode of Flight Safety Detectives, former NTSB Board Member John Goglia and aviation safety analyst Todd Curtis dive into recent trends in NASA's Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS), examining how reporting levels for Part 121 and Part 135 operators changed during and after the pandemic.
Jun 24
26 min
Student Pilot Runs Out of Fuel - Episode 333
John Goglia and Todd Curtis examine an all-too-common aviation incident: fuel exhaustion.
Jun 17
27 min
Real Time Research into Unapproved Plane Parts - Episode 332
Todd Curtis and John Goglia share their real time research into unapproved parts in aviation. They use the NASA Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) database to do their research.
Jun 10
41 min
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