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Boarding an airplane strikes at least a small sense of fear into most people. Even though we all have heard that the odds of being struck by lightning are greater than the odds of perishing in a plane crash, it still doesn't feel that way. Airplane crashes might be rare, but they do happen, and they’re usually fatal. David Soucie insists that most of these deaths could be prevented. He’s worked as a pilot, a mechanic, an FAA inspector, and an aviation executive. He’s seen death up close and personal - deaths of colleagues and friends that might have been prevented if he had approved certain safety measures in the aircrafts they were handling.

At a few hundred dollars a ton, scrap metal is decently valuable – and it's most certainly a good source of extra revenue for those who run body shops, construction sites, junkyards and the like. And if you're a thief, it's also a pretty good thing to steal – not only is the demand for scrap metal rather robust (therefore making it pretty easy to find a willing buyer), but scrap metal also looks like any other metal, making tracing it back to its true owner very difficult.

India was the jewel in the crown of the British Empire. There were vast riches to be exploited and vast numbers of people to be subjugated. How better to achieve these aims than by building a rail network that facilitated the export of raw material and made it easier for troops to travel around the country to tackle uprisings? India joined the railway age late: the first line was not completed until 1853, but, by 1929, 41,000 miles of track served the country.

Needs in overland travel. Commuter buses contribute to decreasing traffic congestion and emissions when compared to individual car usage. Furthermore, luxury and long-distance buses enable comfortable travel between cities. As a vital component of the transport network, buses continue to evolve with advancements in eco-friendly and smart technological solutions.ShipShips are a fundamental mode of maritime transport, catering to both cargo and passenger needs. They play a crucial role in global trade, carrying vast quantities of goods across seas and oceans efficiently. Passenger ships, ranging...

Transportation planners, engineers, and policymakers in the United States face the monumental task of righting the wrongs of their predecessors while charting the course for the next generation. This task requires empathy while pushing against forces in the industry that are resistant to change. How do you change a system that was never designed to be equitable? How do you change a system that continues to divide communities? In Inclusive Transportation, expert Veronica O. Davis shines a light on the inequitable and often destructive practice of transportation planning and engineering.

The leaders of the Transportation Energy Institute discuss hot topics in transportation energy. Listen to What's Next for unbiased, fact-based discussion on current trends and future options for powering the vehicles that serve our communities and our commerce.The Transportation Energy Institute is a non-advocacy research organization dedicated to studying transportation-energy. We publish fact-based research designed to answer relevant market questions, not advocate for any specific outcome. Our reports are geared toward all industry stakeholders – from those trying to make strategic ...

Welcome to The Transportation Channel Podcast. This Podcast focuses on the future of transportation. We bring entertaining and informative stories about advanced mobility vehicles and much more to light. Please visit https://www.thetransportationchannel.com/ to upload videos and become part of our growing community!

This is a weekly podcast discussing new and trending information in the trucking/transportation industry. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/transportation-weekly/support

Interviews with transportation newsmakers by transportation journalist Bernie Wagenblast.

This is the hub for interesting conversations about all forms of transportation – globally. We discuss roadway, aviation, rail, tunnel, port, smart cities, AV's, safety and innovations in technology. Your Host Jackie VanderPol hosts Transportation Daily, a podcast channel for interesting conversations about all forms of transportation - globally.  As host, she arranges discussions with experts in the fields of roadway, aviation, rail, tunnel, port, smart cities, AV's, safety, and innovations in technology. Planning, design, construction, financing, operations and maintenance included. ...

How can I get drivers to slow down in my neighborhood? What’s Vision Zero all about? Why does it take so long to get a sidewalk/bike lane or a reduced speed limit approved? Welcome to the Mechanics of Transportation – a podcast that will answer these questions as well as introduce you to people who you may want to share a bike ride, bus ride or walk with.Plus, there's a new sub-podcast called RVA Bike Scene in which Sean Yeager and I talk about local events and happenings in the Richmond Va bike scene. Support my efforts by buying me a cuppa: https://buymeacoffee.com/ian_stewart

The podcast that takes you on a journey through the intricate web of transportation in the El Paso region. Join us as we explore the diverse modes of transit that connect this vibrant border city to its neighboring communities and beyond. From the bustling bus lines and innovative bike paths to the challenges of cross-border travel and freight logistics, each episode features interviews with local experts, city planners, and everyday commuters. We'll dive into the latest developments in public transportation, the impact of infrastructure projects, and how El Paso

Welcome to Taken with Transportation, the official podcast of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA). Each episode will take you along for the ride as we profile the people and policies that make accessible, equitable transportation in San Francisco possible. These stories will cover everything from the city’s streets to the inner workings of the SFMTA and offer insight and perspectives you won’t get anywhere else. We’re passionate about the work we do and want to share that passion and commitment with you. About the Host: Melissa Culross comes to the SFMTA from the...

ITE Talks Transportation is a collaboration between ITE and Bernie Wagenblast, founder and editor of the Transportation Communication Newsletter and host of Transportation Radio. Each month, a new podcast features a thought leader within the transportation industry. In keeping with #transportationtuesday, a new episode will be available the 4th Tuesday of every month.

The Talking Michigan Transportation podcast features conversations with transportation experts inside and outside MDOT and will touch on anything and everything related to mobility, including rail, transit and the development of connected and automated vehicles.

For nearly 30 years, you've known School Transportation News magazine and STNonline.com as the premier sources of pupil transportation news and analysis. Now, join the School Transportation Nation podcast, as STN Publisher Tony Corpin and Editor-in-Chief Ryan Gray discuss the day's pertinent issues and talk with guests about the business of getting children safely to and from school and related activities throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Our ability to get from Point A to Point B is something lots of us take for granted. But transporting people and products across town or across the country every day is neither simple nor easy. Join us as we explore the challenges on Thinking Transportation, a podcast about how we get ourselves — and the things we need — from one place to another. Every other week, an expert from the Texas A&M Transportation Institute or other special guest will help us dig deep on a wide range of topics. Find out more: https://tti.tamu.edu/thinking-transportation/

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Telemetry Transportation Daily is a short daily podcast that hits on the high points of what's happening in the mobilty and transportation space.

This is your What does the US Secretary of Transportation do, a 101 podcast."Secretary of Transportation Living Biography" is an engaging biographical podcast offering listeners an in-depth look into the lives and careers of current and former U.S. Secretaries of Transportation. Updated regularly, this podcast provides insightful narratives and expert interviews, exploring pivotal moments and key decisions shaping the nation's transportation landscape. Join us to discover the personal stories and professional milestones of the leaders driving America's transportation policies. Perfect for ...