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The Red Eye

Short stories about the extraordinary true travel experiences of flight attendants, pilots and their passengers. A peak behind the curtain into the lives of those who travel for a living. In the world of aviation and world travel, we experience everything from thrilling dramas to side-splitting comedy and life-altering moments, each episode immerses you in a world of adventure. Enjoy a brief escape, as real-life events take on a fictional flair, transporting you from the aircraft’s cabin, to the

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39:16

An Interview with Sil - a US based Flight Attendant &...

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2025/08/12

In today's epsiode, Ally is chatting with US based Flight Attendant, Farm Owner, South African Tour Expert and Urban Search and Rescue First Responder about what it's like to work in the world of Aviation, on top of rescuing people from disasters in cities all over the world!Famous for her Instagram page @wingingitwithsil, Sil shares the fascinating behind the scenes stories of working for a major US based airline.Send us a text! If you'd like a reply, please leave an email or number

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26:29

The Liquids Ban - An Aviation Rule Origin Story

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2025/08/05

It's been nearly 19 years to the day since we have had restrictions on taking liquids through onto the aircraft. Almost 2 decades of decanting our toiletries into small containers, of getting held up because we forgot to empty our water bottles, and countless expensive bottles of perfume have no doubt been confiscated. For pilots and flight attendants, it changed the way we work!Do you remember why though? It's something we are so used to now that many of us don't remember what led us

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30:35

The Layover Liability - Pilot Mischief!

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2025/07/29

Most pilots are incredibly upstanding people. They have a very serious job that has taken years of training and discipline. But they do also need to be good with people. Working as a team is crucial for both safety reasons, and for a smooth trip with colleagues when you reach your destination.So when we were told this true story of a pilot causing scandal and upset whilst down route in Jamaica, we couldn't believe that he'd gotten through the recruitment process without someone spotting

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23:20

Cabin Pressure - A Pilot's first, and nearly last...

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2025/07/22

It's crazy when you think about it, but every pilot must have their first ever flight with passengers on. We will never know about it, but up the front that rookie pilot with a handful of flying hours in their pocket will be sweating, nervous and then haul a whopping great aircraft into the air with real live people on it. They suddenly have the lives of lots of people in their hands! Crazy right?!We got the chance to chat with a brave pilot who was surprisingly happy to share his first

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24:53

Captain's Last Call

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2025/07/15

Being an airline pilot comes with lots of perks. Travel, respect, adventure. You may also sometimes get you rpick of where you fly - particularly if it's your last flight before retiring.In today's episode of The Red Eye Podcast, we hear the true story of one captain, who decided to use this privilege... and he had all of the worst crew members he had flown with in mind when doing so!Music Credits for Captain’s Last Call2 Hearts - Patrick PatrikiosSound Effect by freesound_community from

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34:40

An Interview with a Failed Parachute Survivor -...

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2025/07/08

TW - Parachute Jump fails!On today's episode of The Red Eye Podcast, we take a slight diversion away from the tales of cabin crew and pilots on board the aircraft, to talk to someone who actively chose to jump out of an airplane! Skydiving is a popular hobby for many who like the thrills and adrenaline rush of jumping, and the incredible views of our beautiful planet as they descend. But what happens when the parachute that is meant to keep you alive as you fall to Earth, fails? We're

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29:46

The Roadside Rescue Crew - When Cabin Crew become...

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2025/07/01

One of the skills that Flight Attendants spend the most time training for, is the one you don't see very often! And thank goodness. Cabin Crew are trained in dealing with big emergencies, like plane crashes, where there may be multiple casualties. They're also trained in triage and giving emergency medical care for these big incidents.Here at The Red Eye, we hear more stories of the crew using those life-saving skill off the aircraft instead of on it. And this is one of those stories!When

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23:27

A Close Shave - A Notorious Pilot gets into Trouble...

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2025/06/24

This week we have another "Good Time Gary" story for you! You may remember him from an episode a while back, he was a notorious pilot in one airline who seems to have the most legendary stories that still get told to this day!This story is no different, it's the true story about Gary getting up to his usual mischief in search of a good time, and ends up with 2 wanted, and then unwanted guests in his room that want more than his body... and they don't mind taking revenge when they

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26:02

Hi-Jinx in Havana - Ex Cabin Crew getting up to...

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2025/06/17

Lots of Flight Attendants move on to different careers in the Emergency Services. The skills acquired in cabin crew training are transferable to the ambulance service, fire service and police.But it's tricky giving up that lifestyle of travelling the world and having fun 5,000 miles away with like minded people.Today's story comes from someone who is ex cabin crew, but married to a crew member, so they still get to engage in some layover shenanigans sometimes! But this story nearly led to

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38:12

An Interview with an Airport Armed Police Officer

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2025/06/10

In today's episode, we take a peak behind the scenes with the armed police at London Heathrow Airport. How much action do these officers see? How do they train for such extreme events?Ex Sergeant Mark Dolce speaks with The Red Eye Podcast, telling us his incredible stories of his years as a Sergeant of the armed police at Heathrow. From daring runway chases, to trapped babies, to scary moments. Mark reveals all about his job protecting the passengers passing through one of the world's

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26:29

The Man in the Window - An Aviation Disaster Story

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2025/06/03

On June 10th 1990. Captain Tim Lancaster took off from Birmingham Airport to Malaga, when he reached 17,000ft, the window blew out and he got sucked out with it.Cabin Crew member Nigel Ogden, along with Chief Steward John Heward and flight attendant Simon Rogers held on to their captain's legs and refused to let go. First Officer Alastair Aitchison expertly landed the plane in Southampton. The crew thought Tim was dead, but miraculously he survived. This is their story.Music Credits for Man in

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27:46

The Mile High Clap Trap

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2025/05/27

Some cabin crew have a reputation, some are good reputations but some are not... There are a few of the "players" out there, straight male flight attendants who are spoiled for choice when it comes to layover lays! But if you're going to experience the life of the philandering flight attendant then you need to be honest, you need to be open and you need to be sexually healthy... Because a broken heart isn't the only health risk here...Music Credits for Mile High Clap Trap2 Hearts

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29:36

Loose Lemurs and the Vomit Comet

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2025/05/20

Flying internationally, alone with 2 children under 3 is stressful enough. But when you also have to deal with stomach bugs and loose animals in the cabin - it can push you over the edge!On today's episode of the podcast, we hear the true story from a passenger that had to experience this absolute chaos on a flight to Australia. And who thought that cabin crew would have to double up as animal control on this flight?!Music Credits for Loose Lemurs and the Vomit CometAirline - National

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26:32

An Interview with Charlotte Crocker - Talking about...

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2025/05/13

Trigger Warning - On today's episode, we discuss mental health issues and suicide. Whilst we don't go into details about any particular occurance, it may be triggering for some.We're talking to Charlotte Crocker, who delivers Wellbeing, Mental Health & Suicide Prevention training within the aviation industry. Former cabin crew, she flew for 12 years for several UK international airlines, before becoming an SEP trainer. In addition to there current training qualifications, she also

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31:50

The Critical Companion - Cabin Crew has a nightmare...

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2025/05/06

One of the perks of flying is the free (well, you pay the tax) flights you get. And when you are a flight attendant or pilot, you can take someone with you on one of your layovers.So what if you've just started dating a guy, he's hot but he's a bit of a grump... would you risk taking him on a trip? What if he causes a scene and you lose your concessionary travel tickets as punishment?!On this weeks episode, we hear the true story of a grumpy companion, and the girl who finally has

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26:44

The San Franciscan Shoe Stealer - Passengers behaving...

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2025/04/29

We love a good "passenger doing strange things" story at The Red Eye, it's amazing how many of them we get! But this one was a first for us...On a flight, when a passenger mixes medication with alcohol, the cabin crew often end up dealing with a person not in their right mind. Sometimes things get scary, and sometimes it's just plain bizarre!Music Credits for The San Franciscan Shoe StealerDevious Little Smile by GodsmodeLosing Your Marbles - The SoundlingsRunning It Down -

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35:48

An Accidental Author - From Cabin Crew to Published...

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2025/04/22

In today's episode, we hear the true story of how a staff travel disaster led our very own Author Kaylie Kay down her true path of creativity! Kaylie has been an international flight attendant for over 25 years, and never saw herself doing anything else! But when a passenger told her that she should do something creative she started thinking about that story she had dreamed up in crew rest one flight.... Hear how Kaylie got started, and listen to the first chapter of her first book at the end

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27:07

Headbutts and Rebuttals - A dangerous passenger...

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2025/04/15

Cabin crew and pilots deal with all sorts of issues every day. But one you don't want to deal with are dangerous passengers who cause a threat to the crew, passengers or aircraft.In today's true story, we hear about a passenger who was out for causing trouble, and for the Captain, it caused him injury!Music Credits for Headbutts and RebuttalsCool Revenge - Jeremy BlakeDark Clouds - Music by Amsley Beats from PixabayHitting Hard - Music by Alex_Kizenkov from Send us a text! If you'd

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38:47

An Interview with Jay Robert from A Fly Guy's Cabin...

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2025/04/08

What an exclusive we have today for you! We're talking with Jay Robert, better known to the aviation world as A Fly Guy is a global voice for cabin crew, aviation lovers, and frequent flyers alike. With a combined social media following of over 1.5 million across his flagship Facebook page A Fly Guy’s Cabin Crew Lounge and Instagram accounts @TheCrewLounge and @AFlyGuyTravels, Jay has become a trusted figure in the skies and on the ground.With nearly 20 years of experience in airline world, the

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30:37

Hostage in Havana Part 3 - WIll out Pilots escape Cuba?

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2025/04/01

It's the final installment of Hostage in Havana! The pilot's have escaped captivity but will they be followed? Will they get home? And how? We know the aviation industry is exciting but this layover story might be too much!Music Credits for Hostage in Havana Part 3Son Montuno - Music by Julius H. from PixabayEl Gavilan - Quincas MoreiraSharp Senses - Ugonna OnyekweMerengue de Limon - Quincas MoreiraSombre Trio 2 - Music by Michael Daniel from Send us a text! If you'd like a reply,

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