In this chilling episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike take listeners back to one of the most haunting winter aviation disasters in U.S. history — Air Florida Flight 90, the Boeing 737 that crashed into the icy Potomac River moments after takeoff from Washington National Airport in 1982.
This episode explores how improper de-icing, pilot error, and misjudged procedures led to tragedy — and how brave civilians and first responders turned a day of horror into a story of heroism and sacrifice.
Tom, an active airline pilot, also revisits key winter operations procedures from last week’s episode — including de-icing fluids, taxi operations in snow, and engine anti-ice techniques — breaking down what went wrong that fateful day and what modern crews do differently now.
🧊 Inside This Episode:
The deadly chain of errors behind Flight 90’s failed takeoff
Why winter ops training is critical for every airline pilot
Heroic rescues from the frozen Potomac that inspired the nation
How Air Florida’s mistakes reshaped cold-weather flight protocols
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The skies are turbulent this week — literally and politically. 🛫
In this action-packed episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike welcome Heather back in studio to unpack major breaking aviation news and real-world travel chaos.
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UPS Flight 2976 Update: Inside the investigation of the Louisville MD-11 crash and what the NTSB found in the recovered black box.
MD-11 Fleet Grounding: Why UPS and FedEx grounded all MD-11 aircraft — and what it means for global cargo operations.
Government Shutdown Fallout: Flight cancellations, ATC shortages, and how the DOT’s emergency 10% flight reduction plan could ruin your holiday travel.
Heather’s Travel Anxiety: Between Hurricane Melissa and shutdown delays, vacation planning has never been more stressful.
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In this special breaking news edition of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike dive deep into the tragic crash of UPS Flight 2976, a McDonnell Douglas MD-11 that went down shortly after takeoff from Louisville, Kentucky.
This episode hits close to home — Tom is currently qualified and flies the same aircraft type involved in the accident. With that insider knowledge, the hosts break down what’s known so far about the takeoff fire, engine failure, and possible uncontained engine event that led to the crash.
They analyze early footage from multiple angles, discuss the MD-11’s complex handling characteristics, and explain how its unique aerodynamic design can turn small errors into catastrophic outcomes. They also review official UPS statements, early NTSB details, and the impact this tragedy has had on Worldport operations and the cargo industry as a whole.
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✈️ The MD-11’s history and accident record
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📦 The operational impact at UPS’s Louisville hub
This is a must-listen for aviators, aviation professionals, and anyone seeking clear, technical analysis — not speculation — on one of the most significant air freight accidents in recent memory.
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Tom & Mike are back in the cockpit for Episode 44 of the Black Box Aviation Podcast! We kick things off with a spooky recap of last week’s Halloween Spooktacular, featuring eerie listener stories — including one from a haunted hospital that’ll send chills down your spine.
Then, we shift gears from ghosts to gusts, diving into the realities of winter flying. From the frosty ramps of Anchorage to de-icing disasters in Brunswick, we’ll break down how pilots handle snow, ice, and holdover times when the weather turns wicked.
Plus, we talk about next year’s Spooktacular ideas (Haunted Hotels, anyone?), listener shoutouts, and some behind-the-scenes outtakes from the show.
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Tom & Mike are joined by special guest Travis — an Air Force Guard pilot and major airline aviator — for a chilling flight through the paranormal side of aviation.
In this spooky, story-packed episode, we share personal ghost encounters, eerie aviation legends, and real-life hauntings from the skies to the tarmac. Buckle up — this one’s got turbulence of the supernatural kind!
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Pilot Travis’s spine-tingling stories from the cockpit and beyond 👀
Personal paranormal moments from East Granby — footsteps, alarms, and a haunted doll from the 1940s 😱
The ghosts of Kai Tak Airport, where lost souls still roam Runway 13
The haunted runway at Savannah Airport, built over two visible graves
The tragic and eerie legend of Eastern Flight 401, where the crew may still be keeping watch…
Plus: A real “spooky run” at the Captain Cook Hotel in Anchorage 👻
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This week on the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike dive deep into aviation emergencies, strange skies, and one of the eeriest stories in airline history — the haunting of Eastern Air Lines Flight 401.
We start off with a quick recap of last week’s interview with Nate Ehlers, founder of TheBackseatPilot.com. Don’t forget — you can still grab 15% off your order with code BLACKBOX at checkout!
Then, it’s time for:
✈️ Shoutouts from listeners — including Will’s question about the origins of “Mayday” and “Pan-Pan” distress calls, and Alex’s TSA line guilt confession.
🧳 New Segment: Things Left at TSA — from brass knuckles to bizarre confiscations, the guys talk about what really gets flagged at the checkpoint.
🛫 The Haunting of Flight 401 — a chilling look back at the 1972 Eastern Air Lines crash in the Florida Everglades, the tragic chain of cockpit distractions that caused it, and the ghost stories that followed. Did the spirits of Captain Loft and Engineer Repo really return to keep future flights safe?
🧠 CRM Lessons — how this crash reshaped Crew Resource Management and changed cockpit communication forever.
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In this special episode, Tom & Mike welcome Nate Ehlers, founder of The Backseat Pilot (thebackseatpilot.com), to get behind the scenes of how a small reference-card idea turned into one of the most trusted training platforms for flight instructors and pilots alike.
Nate walks us through:
His origin story: how a simple IFR/VFR reference card spawned what’s now a full suite of products and lesson plans dedicated to helping CFIs and students succeed.
What The Backseat Pilot offers today: CFI lesson plans, ACS reviews, reference cards, package bundles like “The Whole Shebang,” and how he keeps them updated. buzzsprout.com+3Backseat Pilot+3Behind the Prop+3
His aviation path: from flight instructing to regional airlines, Air Force Reserve service, and now work in the major airlines — all while maintaining The Backseat Pilot as a living resource. buzzsprout.com+3Behind the Prop+3Backseat Pilot+3
The challenges of keeping content current: when FAA handbooks, regulations, or links change, how he ensures his users don’t get left behind. Behind the Prop+1
His vision for the future: ideas for apps, expanding the product line (helicopter lessons?), and how customer feedback fuels his innovation. Behind the Prop+1
Tips for students and instructor-hopefuls: what to look for in training materials, how to maximize your study time, and how to choose resources that truly support your flight training journey.
Whether you're a student pilot, a CFI, or just curious about aviation entrepreneurship, this episode offers raw insight into building a brand that supports pilots every day.
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This week on the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike sit down with special guest Heather, a passenger on Southwest Flight 2169 — the flight that suffered a wing strike on landing in Hartford back in 2019. Heather relives that terrifying day: the violent touchdown, passengers getting sick as the plane attempted two more landings, and the final emergency diversion to Providence. It’s a firsthand story of fear, confusion, and what it’s like when a routine flight goes very wrong.
We talk about how that moment still affects her today and how it’s changed the way she thinks about flying. From last-minute hurricane travel to booking under stress, Heather opens up about the anxiety and logistics behind making big travel decisions when the weather — and your nerves — are unpredictable.
Then, we break down the science behind the Fujiwhara Effect, where two hurricanes “dance” around each other, and cover breaking news on the Delta CRJ collision at LaGuardia.
✈️ In This Episode:
Heather’s firsthand account of the Southwest 2169 wing strike
The psychological side of surviving an in-flight emergency
How pilots plan around hurricanes & what the Fujiwhara Effect means
Why last-minute travel decisions can turn risky fast
Delta’s CRJ collision at LGA and what happens next
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This week on the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike share real stories from the cockpit and the road:
FedEx substitution vs. industry standards
Riding Delta to Anchorage, hitting Diamond Status, and getting reprimanded for recording inflight 🎥
FAA landing currency rules and what happens when your trip gets dropped
McDonald’s new “value” meals vs. $18 airport Big Macs 🍔
Breaking news: The Pilot Mental Health Bill (H.R.2591) passes the House — what it means for pilots & controllers
What are aircraft fume events and why are airlines like Delta finally taking action?
We’ll also touch on aviation safety, passenger rights, and some behind-the-scenes frustrations pilots face every day.
🎧 Whether you’re a frequent flyer, an aviation buff, or a fellow pilot, this episode has a little bit of everything—insight, humor, and hard truths about flying today.
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On this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike break down one of the most shocking aviation stories ever—FedEx Flight 705. In 1994, Auburn Calloway, an off-duty FedEx pilot, attempted to hijack a DC-10 using hammers, mallets, and even a speargun. His plan: crash into FedEx headquarters in Memphis. What followed was a brutal cockpit battle, a desperate fight for survival, and aerobatic maneuvers in a jumbo jet that were never meant to be possible.
We also discuss the book Touching History by Lynn Spencer, which gives raw insights from pilots and controllers on 9/11, plus the “5th Plane” conspiracy that still stirs debate.
✈️ Hear how three FedEx crew members fought back against impossible odds, saved the aircraft, and changed aviation security forever.
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In this powerful episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike reflect on September 11, 2001—walking through the timeline, sharing where they were in their own pilot training, and discussing how 9/11 reshaped aviation forever. We cover the hijackers’ path from Portland to Boston, the attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and the heroic stand of United Flight 93.
We also discuss the long-term impact on flight training, passenger vigilance, and how “Let’s Roll” became a symbol of courage in the skies. Plus, hear real stories of passengers intervening on flights post-9/11 and how those moments shaped modern security culture.
And stick around—next week we dive into one of the wildest hijacking stories in aviation history: FedEx Flight 705, where the hijacker was a pilot himself.
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This week the Black Box Aviation Podcast brings you something special — our first live guest, Air Traffic Controller Ian! Tom & Mike sit down with Ian for a candid look behind the mic at the people who keep airplanes moving safely through the skies.
Ian shares his path to ATC, from school and training timelines to life inside the radar room. We talk about the stress myths vs. reality, favorite movie scenes about controllers, how clearances work over voice vs. CPDLC, and what pilots say that secretly drives controllers crazy.
We also cover real-world stories: guiding traffic during emergencies, handling student pilots on frequency, and why 9/11 remains an important case study for controllers everywhere. Whether you’re a pilot, avgeek, or just curious about what happens on the other side of the radio, this episode gives you an insider’s perspective on one of aviation’s most critical jobs.
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This week on the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike cover everything from music icons to major aviation headlines. Tom visits New York, takes in the USS Intrepid Air Museum, and maybe even spots Lady Gaga — but is he really a fan?
We break down the WestJet 2276 hard landing in St. Maarten that forced a passenger evacuation and shut down the airport, plus a discussion on jumpseat etiquette following news of the Alaska Airlines pilot who took mushrooms and tried to shut down the engines — now pleading guilty.
Other highlights include how a simple smile from a hotel worker can change your whole trip, the preliminary report on aerobatic legend Rob Holland’s crash, and a preview of next week’s special guest — an air traffic controller giving us inside details on national airspace chaos.
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In this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike kick things off by answering listener hotline questions: What is ETOPS flying? And how do pilots use the Great Circle Route? Plus, an update on the tragic NYC helicopter crash.
From there, it’s stories from the road: Mike flies his family for the very first time — only to end up deplaning them after an APU failure 😬. We also cover an unexpected sidewalk emergency in Santa Monica, a flight from LAX to Newark with six horses onboard, Central Park runs, bagels on Venice Beach, and a stop at the USS Intrepid in NYC.
In the news — Delta settles the infamous Fuel Dump case, paying out $78.75 million to victims.
Whether it’s aviation insights, cockpit stories, or travel mishaps, this one’s packed with laughs and lessons.
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Even pro travelers make rookie mistakes — Tom forgot to pack underwear. 🧳✈️ Mike won’t let him live it down as the Black Box Aviation Podcast takes off with stories from the road.
This episode dives into the world of fuel dumping: why airlines do it, FAA rules, and what happened when Delta Flight 89 dumped thousands of gallons over Los Angeles, showering neighborhoods and schools below. Tom and Mike share their own experiences with emergency fuel dumps in the P-3 and MD-11, breaking down the regulations and real-world decision-making pilots face.
To lighten it up, we wrap with Hawaiian vacation stories — from tarmac strolls in tropical air to oddball encounters with locals, surfboards, and beach chairs.
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In this Hot Topic Briefing episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike dive into the fascinating world of drones — past, present, and future.
We trace drone flight from its surprising beginnings in 1849 unmanned balloons to modern military UCAVs, kamikaze drones, and modified commercial UAVs. We also look at the civilian side: FAA regulations, Part 107 licensing, and how drone pilots can turn their skills into an $80K career.
But it’s not all smooth flying — we cover drone near-misses with commercial jets, wildfire collision incidents, and the mysterious New Jersey drone sightings that even reached the White House briefing room in 2024.
Whether you’re a pilot, drone hobbyist, or just curious about how unmanned aircraft are reshaping aviation, this episode delivers history, insights, and some jaw-dropping stories.
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Welcome back to the Black Box Aviation Podcast with Tom & Mike — where we talk about aviation, travel, and the things you NEED (and want) to know about flying.
In this episode, we cover it all:
🌪️ Landing in San Juan with Hurricane Erin on the radar
🚨 A Southwest pilot arrested for DUI on the jetbridge
🌴 Hawaiian adventures — snorkeling with manta rays, golfing on lava fields, and the quirks of “island time”
✈️ Plus: lounge drama, tipping debates, and the sweaty palms of an MD-11 landing at SJU
If you’ve ever wondered what aviation looks like behind the cockpit door — this one delivers turbulence, humor, and real talk.
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Ever had a lounge showdown over a dirty glass? Tom shares a hilarious (and slightly awkward) encounter at an airport lounge that you won’t believe. We also talk about pilot coffee obsessions, hotel breakfast rip-offs, and a flap/slat disagreement at cruise altitude—plus what really happens when a heavy MD-11 takes off from Anchorage.
Mike brings us along for his family trip to Boston, including Fenway Park magic, the Freedom Trail, and why hotel breakfasts are the biggest rip-off in aviation travel. And in the news: a Delta A330 hits severe turbulence over Wyoming, leaving passengers and crew injured—what went wrong? We break it down.
✈️ Inside This Episode:
Airport lounge etiquette gone wrong
The ultimate coffee snob hacks for pilots
$32 hotel breakfasts & why Mike hates them
Real-world flap/slat malfunction in flight
Delta turbulence scare: lessons learned
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🎧 Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast or just love a good behind-the-scenes travel story, this episode has laughs, lessons, and real-world aviation insights. Hit play and join us!
Welcome back to the Black Box Aviation Podcast! In this episode, Tom & Mike take you inside the cockpit to discuss layover fatigue, crazy stories from the road, and the latest aviation headlines you NEED to know about.
✈️ Topics We Cover:
✅ Layover Fatigue Reality Check:
Why fatigue is more dangerous than you think
OAK to ANC trip chaos and why timing matters
Navy SEAL breathing tips for staying sharp
✅ Stories from the Road:
Midnight street fight in NYC outside the crashpad
Return to gate for rudder trim fail and the surprise St. Lucia layover
✅ IN THE NEWS:
Southwest Near Miss at Burbank – What happens when TCAS Resolution Advisories kick in
SkyWest vs. B-52 Bomber over North Dakota – How close is too close?
American Airlines Evacuation Gone Wrong – Blown tire, fire, and passengers grabbing their bags
Alaska Airlines Kodiak Incident – Deer on the runway, bloodbath aftermath
🔥 If you’ve ever wondered what REALLY happens behind the scenes when things go wrong in aviation, this episode is for you!
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In this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike take a deep dive into one of the most shocking tragedies in modern aviation: the Germanwings Flight 9525 crash. On March 24, 2015, an Airbus A320 was intentionally brought down by its first officer, killing all on board. We break down the timeline, the cockpit voice recordings, and the critical lessons learned from this heartbreaking event.
But that’s not all—we also explore:
✅ The State of Mental Health in Aviation
New research showing thousands of pilots may be hiding health conditions
Why fear of reporting still dominates pilot culture
FAA and airline responses to mental health challenges
Peer-to-Peer support and the role of ALPA advocacy
✅ Key Questions We Answer:
Could a similar tragedy happen again?
How do pilots balance transparency with career security?
What changes are being proposed by legislation like the Mental Health in Aviation Act (H.R. 2591)?
🔥 Real-World Perspective:
Tom shares personal insight into how airlines handle these sensitive issues today, the gaps in policy, and why many pilots still distrust the system.
🎯 If you’re a pilot, an aviation professional, or just passionate about safety, this episode will open your eyes to a topic that impacts every single flight.
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