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Air Crash Chronicles

Air Crash Chronicles

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 Air Crash Chronicles is a podcast that takes you inside the world of aviation disasters.
Each episode breaks down a real plane crash—what happened, why it happened, and how investigators uncovered the truth.
We explore cockpit audio, black box data, engineering failures, human factors, weather conditions, and the chain of events that led to each tragedy.
This podcast is designed for aviation enthusiasts, curious minds, and anyone who wants to understand how modern air travel becomes safer through every accident investigation.
With clear storytelling, deep research, and verified sources, Air Crash Chronicles brings you gripping, immersive episodes that reveal the hidden lessons behind the world’s most shocking air disasters.
So climb into the cockpit for an experience you won’t soon forget.

You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:
https://linktr.ee/Air_Crash_Chronicles

Produced by Podcai Studio:
https://www.podcaistudio.com/
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Episodes
  • Burning Tires and a Cockpit Gunman

    Burning Tires and a Cockpit Gunman
    Feb 27 2026
    Nigeria Airways Flight 2120 crashed in 1991 when underinflated tires ignited during takeoff, causing total hydraulic failure and killing all 261 people on board. Investigators found that maintenance logs had been falsified to conceal shortcuts taken to meet tight schedules.
    In 1987, Pacific Southwest Airlines Flight 1771 ended in tragedy when a disgruntled former employee smuggled a weapon on board, murdered the crew, and intentionally crashed the plane.
    Both incidents show how negligent maintenance and security lapses can lead to catastrophic outcomes, prompting major reforms in aviation safety and industry regulations.


    You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:
    https://linktr.ee/Air_Crash_Chronicles

    Produced by Podcai Studio:
    https://www.podcaistudio.com/
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    16 mins
  • Stripped Jack Screws and Silent Engines

    Stripped Jack Screws and Silent Engines
    Feb 26 2026
    Alaska Airlines Flight 261 crashed after a stripped jack screw caused catastrophic control failure, with maintenance negligence and faulty repair procedures contributing to the disaster. The crew perished due to a lack of design redundancy in the aircraft.
    In contrast, Air Transat Flight 236 suffered a ruptured fuel line from maintenance errors, yet the pilots managed a record-breaking emergency glide to safety despite confusing computerized warnings.
    Both incidents highlight how small errors in maintenance can escalate into life-or-death situations, underscoring the need for strict regulation, careful oversight, and the courage to report safety issues.


    You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:
    https://linktr.ee/Air_Crash_Chronicles

    Produced by Podcai Studio:
    https://www.podcaistudio.com/
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    16 mins
  • Runaway Freight

    Runaway Freight
    Feb 25 2026
    In 1989, a runaway freight train in San Bernardino destroyed a neighborhood after inaccurate weight calculations and insufficient braking power caused it to derail. The disaster was worsened weeks later when a damaged pipeline exploded during cleanup.
    Aeroflot Flight 593 crashed in Siberia after the pilot allowed his teenage son to handle the controls. A partial autopilot disconnection went unnoticed, triggering an unrecoverable stall that killed everyone on board.
    Both tragedies show how small errors and unfamiliar technology can combine to produce catastrophic loss of life.


    You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:
    https://linktr.ee/Air_Crash_Chronicles

    Produced by Podcai Studio:
    https://www.podcaistudio.com/
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    14 mins
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