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The Black Box Aviation Podcast

Aviation related topics brought to you by airline pilots, military pilots and professional aviation experts. Discussions including personal experience involving life as a professional aviator, the airline industry and everything else that comes with the curiosity of flying. Contact us at: Email: theblackbox01@yahoo.com Instagram: the_black_box01 X: @the_black_box01

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00:31:16

Flydubai Flight 1073: Cockpit Attack, Hijacking & How...

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2026/10/01

🚨 BREAKING AVIATION NEWS: FLYDUBAI FLIGHT 1073 🚨What really happened aboard Flydubai Flight 1073 on its way from Dubai to Tel Aviv?In this breaking-news episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike break down the developing reports surrounding the dramatic Flydubai 1073 incident, including an alleged attack inside the cockpit, a massive altitude deviation, a distress call, a diversion into Saudi Arabia, and the extraordinary actions that ultimately helped get the Boeing 737 safely on

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00:31:46

Airline Pilot Life on the Road: Reserve Duty, Flight...

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2026/09/30

✈️ Airline Pilot Life on the Road: Reserve Duty, Flight Delays, and a Heartfelt JetBlue Story | The Black Box Aviation PodcastWhat is life really like for an airline pilot when a trip goes wrong? In this episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike share real-world airline pilot stories, the challenges of reserve duty, international cargo operations, and a touching story about how a JetBlue flight attendant showed extraordinary compassion to the sister of a former pilot.From exhausting

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00:40:09

21 Air Pilot Whistleblower: Safety Complaints,...

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2026/09/23

Former 21 Air pilots raised safety concerns before the Amazon Prime Air crash in Miami — and now Amazon has paused its operations with 21 Air. In this episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike break down the whistleblower allegations, 21 Air's safety concerns, and what the ongoing investigation could mean for the cargo airline.What did former 21 Air pilots tell investigators and the Department of Labor? What were the concerns about pilot rest, checklists, safety reporting,

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00:53:30

AMAZON CUTS 21 AIR: What the 21 Air Crash Reveals...

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2026/09/15

Amazon is cutting 21 Air from its Amazon Prime Air flying following the deadly 21 Air cargo crash in Miami. What happened during the approach, what does the cockpit voice recorder reveal, and why are experienced airline pilots Tom and Mike focusing so heavily on crew resource management (CRM), pilot decision-making, training, communication, and the breakdown between the captain and first officer?In this episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike take an in-depth look at the 21 Air

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00:43:52

Pilgrim Airlines Flight 458: The Twin Otter Fire That...

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2026/09/09

What happens when a seemingly harmless aircraft system turns into a life-threatening emergency? In this episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike break down the incredible story of Pilgrim Airlines Flight 458, a 1981 aviation accident involving a De Havilland Twin Otter, an inflight cockpit fire, aircraft icing, and an emergency landing on a frozen reservoir in Rhode Island.This obscure aviation accident has a remarkable survival story—and some important lessons for pilots today.Flight

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00:16:11

Amazon Miami 767 Runway Overrun: What We Know So Far...

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2026/09/07

A Boeing 767-300 cargo aircraft operating as Prime Air Flight 7598, operated by 21 Air, overran Runway 30 at Miami International Airport after arriving from San Juan, Puerto Rico. In this breaking-news episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, airline pilot Thomas Gallagher breaks down what was known at the time of recording—and what investigators still needed to determine.Thomas examines the reported thunderstorms, heavy rain, gusting winds, possible tailwind, landing distance, runway conditions,

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00:52:49

Pan Am Flight 103 & the Lockerbie Bombing | Netflix...

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2026/09/02

What really happened to Pan Am Flight 103? And how accurate is Netflix's documentary about the Lockerbie bombing?In this episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike take a deep dive into the 1988 Pan Am Flight 103 disaster and review the Netflix documentary that revisits one of the most infamous events in aviation history.The conversation goes far beyond simply recapping the documentary. Tom and Mike compare what Netflix shows with the real aviation accident, investigation and

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00:45:38

Airline Pilot Life: Bidding, Line Checks, Aviation...

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2026/08/26

Welcome back to The Black Box Aviation Podcast! 🎙️✈️In this episode, airline pilots Tom and Mike pull back the curtain on the unpredictable reality of life on the road. From packing in minutes and recording a podcast while traveling to TSA mistaking aviation equipment for something else, this is a behind-the-scenes look at what professional pilots deal with.Mike is getting ready to jump on the Brightline train—yes, the “death train” conversation makes its return—before heading out for more flying

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00:44:17

APU Failure, Flight Delays & Pilot Decision-Making |...

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2026/08/19

What really happens behind the scenes when an airline flight starts going sideways? In this episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, pilots Tom and Mike take you inside a series of real-world airline operations stories involving APU failures, extreme cabin temperatures, ground support problems, ATC delays, fuel management, maintenance issues, jet bridge failures, and challenging approaches into Washington, D.C.This is aviation decision-making in the real world — not the textbook version.Mike

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00:48:36

Airline Pilot Nightmares, Fort Lauderdale Limo Rides...

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2026/08/12

Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes when a pilot's trip completely unravels? In this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, professional airline pilots Tom and Mike break down the chaos of rolling delays, crew scheduling nightmares, and what it’s really like to time out at an outstation (Fort Lauderdale edition!). We also dive into breaking aviation news, including the recent Alaska Airlines security threat forcing a flight to request immediate law enforcement, the ongoing air traffic

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00:50:35

Wrapping Up B777 IOE, Volcanic Ash Dangers & St....

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2026/08/05

Tom is checking in live from his home studio after wrapping up his Boeing 777 Initial Operating Experience (IOE) trip! ✈️🌏 In this episode, Tom and Mike dive into the unfiltered realities of pilot life, tackling random post-flight drug testing, the hidden dangers of volcanic ash encounters on international routes, and the critical importance of crew resource management (CRM) with flight attendants. Plus, the guys break down:Post-Flight Drug Tests & Jet Lag: Navigating the brutal fatigue of

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00:43:20

Airline Mergers, Historic Wrecks & Flying Over War Zones

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2026/07/29

What really happens behind the scenes when long-haul cargo pilots cross continents, manage fatigue, and fly through restricted airspaces?In this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom checks in from Liege, Belgium, during a massive 13-day trip to detail the reality of flying over high-terrain routes, navigating geopolitical no-fly zones, and staying alert across time zones. Meanwhile, Mike breaks down his upcoming commute, bidding strategies for a new base, and the logistics behind pilot

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00:42:44

Lithium Battery Fires in Flight, Summer Delays &...

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2026/07/22

Tom is checking in live from Guangzhou, China as he kicks off his B777 Initial Operating Experience (IOE) trip! ✈️🌏 In this episode, Tom and Mike dive into the growing industry-wide concern over lithium-ion battery fires onboard aircraft—highlighting recent WSJ reports, real-world cargo flight safety protocols (including EVAS and automated fire suppression systems), and what pilots do when thermal runaway occurs. Plus, the guys break down:• The summer weather chaos causing massive Northeast ground

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00:46:40

NetJets Laredo Crash Preliminary Report & 737 MAX...

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2026/07/15

In this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, airline pilots Tom and Mike dive into the highly anticipated preliminary NTSB accident report on the NetJets Citation Latitude highway crash in Laredo, Texas. We break down the timeline of the dual engine flameout, the unusual in-flight vibrations, and the critical component failures—including a fractured fuel-tube assembly and damaged starter generator—that led to an emergency landing on Bob Bullock Loop.We also tackle the latest safety concerns

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00:50:57

The Tragedy of the Lynyrd Skynyrd Plane Crash: Fuel...

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2026/07/08

Happy 4th of July from the crash pad! In this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike dive deep into a legendary rock-and-roll tragedy: the 1977 Lynyrd Skynyrd plane crash. We break down the technical factors surrounding the Convair CV-240 disaster, including the faulty right engine carburetor, severe fuel exhaustion, and how crew currency and the transition away from flight engineers played a role in the NTSB's final report.Before we hit the history books, we pull back the

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00:50:46

An Air Traffic Controller Tells All: Overtime Rules,...

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2026/07/01

Can you handle the truth behind flight delays? ✈️In this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, co-hosts Tom and Momo Mike welcome back resident FAA Air Traffic Controller and former Air Force C-5 flight engineer, Ian! Get a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how air traffic control (ATC) really manages the skies, how pilots handle simulator check rides, and what's changing with aviation safety technology. Tom, Mike, and Ian dive deep into the daily high-stress world of aviation training, the

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01:02:43

Commuter Nightmares, Reserve Chaos & Recent...

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2026/06/24

What is it really like to live the airline pilot lifestyle during the hectic summer travel peak? In this episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike dive deep into the raw, unscripted realities of aviation commuting, crash pad living, and the chaos of getting called out on reserve. From navigating the gamesmanship of jumpseating through major hubs like Chicago O'Hare and Atlanta to surviving a bizarre, four-hour "fartmobile" limo ride across Florida, the guys share hilarious and

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00:50:57

The Crash That Changed the Airline Industry Forever:...

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2026/06/17

What really happened to Colgan Air Flight 3407? On February 12, 2009, a Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 operating as a Continental Connection flight crashed during an instrument approach to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, resulting in 50 tragic fatalities. In this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, hosts Tom and Mike break down the complex chain of events that led to the devastating crash in Clarence Center, New York. We peel back the layers of the NTSB investigation to analyze how severe

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00:35:57

Miracle in Toronto: The Fireball Crash of Air France...

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2026/06/10

Welcome back to another episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast with your hosts Tom and Mike! In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most incredible survival stories in modern aviation history: the crash of Air France Flight 358 at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).On August 2, 2005, an Airbus A340 flying from Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris battled severe thunderstorms, rapidly shifting winds, and a contaminated runway. What followed was a terrifying runway excursion that sent

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00:50:57

Air France 447 Manslaughter Verdict & Southwest 1248:...

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2026/06/03

On June 1st, 2009, Air France Flight 447 tragically crashed into the Atlantic Ocean. Now, nearly 17 years later, a French court has handed down a massive corporate manslaughter verdict against Air France and Airbus. In this episode, Tom and Mike break down the timeline of this historic aviation lawsuit and what it means for airline liability. Plus, we dive deep into the mechanics of pilot braking action reports. How do commercial pilots safely stop an aircraft on a contaminated runway? We dissect

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