Aviation's Worst Failures and Best Triumphs
Recounts three major aviation incidents, each demonstrating how unexpected events and human error can have catastrophic consequences.The first case describes the 2003 missile attack on a DHL cargo pla...
25 Dec 202513min
Counterfeit Bolts and Tiny Maintenance Mistakes
Examines two fatal aviation accidents, each initially mysterious but later traced to critical maintenance and component failures. The first case involves the 1989 crash of Partnair Flight 394 into the...
24 Dec 202512min
Bogus Bolts and the Invisible Flaw
Reviews two major aviation disasters, each stemming from critical maintenance failures with fatal consequences.The first case describes the 1989 crash of Partnair Flight 394 over the North Sea. Invest...
23 Dec 202513min
Deadliest Midair Collision and Hidden Cracks
Reviews three major aviation disasters, each illustrating how human error, maintenance issues, and technological limitations can combine with fatal consequences.The first case covers the 1996 Charkhi ...
22 Dec 202514min
Double Engine Failure: Hudson and Heathrow
Describes two remarkable commercial aviation emergencies, highlighting rare technical failures and exceptional crew performance.The first case covers British Airways Flight 38, which experienced dual ...
21 Dec 202515min
Regional Airline Tragedies Crossair and Colgan Air
Examines two regional airline crashes, both resulting primarily from pilot error and systemic issues within the industry.The first case covers Crossair Flight 3597 in Zurich (2001). Investigators foun...
20 Dec 202511min
Automation, and Human Error
Examines two major commercial airline accidents, emphasizing human factors and technical challenges. The first case involves Scandinavian Airlines Flight 751 in 1991. Shortly after takeoff, ice ingest...
19 Dec 202514min
When Automation Fights the Pilot
Examines two commercial airline accidents, each shaped by technical failures and human factors. The first case describes SAS Flight 751, which suffered dual engine failure shortly after takeoff due to...
18 Dec 202512min
