Air Crash Analysis

Pilot Institute
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This podcast examines aircraft accidents to determine what went wrong and, more importantly, what we can learn. Whether you're a pilot or an aviation enthusiast, this podcast is for you.

Episodes

  1. 06/26/2025

    Nine Minutes to Disaster | Accident Case Study

    A sleek business jet lifts off from a quiet airport in New Hampshire. Nine minutes later, a sudden, violent pitch oscillation leaves one passenger fatally injured. At first, reports blamed turbulence. But the truth was far more preventable. Prefer video? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8zT2LFDRZE

    21 min

  2. 04/20/2025

    How I Survived an Engine Fire | Accident Case Study

    What was meant to be a routine maintenance flight turned into a nightmare emergency for the owner and pilot, Jon Rocha. This is his story. Prefer video? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UOvfyHnBv44

    23 min

  3. 02/07/2025

    This Private Jet Disappeared: Here's What Really Happened

    When the pilot of a Citation business jet goes radio-silent, controllers scramble to locate the missing aircraft. The truth about what happened to N614SB should be a warning to all. Prefer video? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dpbTg3bdnOY

    16 min

  4. 11/03/2024

    How a Pilot's Ego Led to Disaster

    Analyzing accidents allows us to become safer pilots. This is the story of a pilot who thought he was above the law. Prefer video? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/B3f9LOqaT8s?si=3wa2om9fGcnvw-kF

    17 min

  5. 10/04/2024

    Why Did They Fly into a Storm?

    Analyzing accidents allows us to become safer pilots. This is the story of false hope, expectation bias, and why you should always stay aware of your aircraft's limitations. Prefer video? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/P8fMfRQP9Ig?si=wVXQmgcv4RXbe_LW

    13 min

  6. 09/03/2024

    Pilot or Plane: What Caused This Crash?

    Analyzing accidents allows us to become safer pilots. This is the story of an accident that left a permanent scar on four generations of the same family. Prefer video? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EYVdhk8JRZE

    18 min

  7. 09/03/2024

    Passenger Causes a Dual Engine Failure: What Went Wrong?

    Analyzing accidents allows us to become safer pilots. This is the story of a perfectly good airplane, a dual engine failure, and why the cockpit is no place for a casual attitude. Prefer video? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/b-PDWUTcb9Y

    20 min
  • 7 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

This podcast examines aircraft accidents to determine what went wrong and, more importantly, what we can learn. Whether you're a pilot or an aviation enthusiast, this podcast is for you.

Information

  • Creator
    Pilot Institute
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Pilot Institute
  • Show Website
    Air Crash Analysis