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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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01:00:08

The Black Box Aviation Podcast HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR! 🎃

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/10/29

Tom & Mike are joined by special guest Travis — an Air Force Guard pilot and major airline aviator — for a chilling flight through the paranormal side of aviation.In this spooky, story-packed episode, we share personal ghost encounters, eerie aviation legends, and real-life hauntings from the skies to the tarmac. Buckle up — this one’s got turbulence of the supernatural kind!✈️ In this episode:Pilot Travis’s spine-tingling stories from the cockpit and beyond 👀Personal paranormal moments from

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00:55:32

Halloween Mayday, Pan-Pan & the Haunting of Flight...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/10/22

This week on the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike dive deep into aviation emergencies, strange skies, and one of the eeriest stories in airline history — the haunting of Eastern Air Lines Flight 401.We start off with a quick recap of last week’s interview with Nate Ehlers, founder of TheBackseatPilot.com. Don’t forget — you can still grab 15% off your order with code BLACKBOX at checkout!Then, it’s time for:✈️ Shoutouts from listeners — including Will’s question about the origins of

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01:02:12

Nate Ehlers, founder of The Backseat Pilot...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/10/15

In this special episode, Tom & Mike welcome Nate Ehlers, founder of The Backseat Pilot (thebackseatpilot.com), to get behind the scenes of how a small reference-card idea turned into one of the most trusted training platforms for flight instructors and pilots alike.Nate walks us through:His origin story: how a simple IFR/VFR reference card spawned what’s now a full suite of products and lesson plans dedicated to helping CFIs and students succeed.What The Backseat Pilot offers today: CFI lesson

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00:59:25

Surviving the Southwest Wing Strike: Special Guest...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/10/08

This week on the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike sit down with special guest Heather, a passenger on Southwest Flight 2169 — the flight that suffered a wing strike on landing in Hartford back in 2019. Heather relives that terrifying day: the violent touchdown, passengers getting sick as the plane attempted two more landings, and the final emergency diversion to Providence. It’s a firsthand story of fear, confusion, and what it’s like when a routine flight goes very wrong.We talk about how

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00:53:43

FAA Pilot Mental Health Bill, Delta Passenger Rights...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/10/01

This week on the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike share real stories from the cockpit and the road:FedEx substitution vs. industry standardsRiding Delta to Anchorage, hitting Diamond Status, and getting reprimanded for recording inflight 🎥FAA landing currency rules and what happens when your trip gets droppedMcDonald’s new “value” meals vs. $18 airport Big Macs 🍔Breaking news: The Pilot Mental Health Bill (H.R.2591) passes the House — what it means for pilots & controllersWhat are

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00:30:17

🎙️ FedEx Flight 705: The Hijacking That Nearly...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/09/30

On this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike break down one of the most shocking aviation stories ever—FedEx Flight 705. In 1994, Auburn Calloway, an off-duty FedEx pilot, attempted to hijack a DC-10 using hammers, mallets, and even a speargun. His plan: crash into FedEx headquarters in Memphis. What followed was a brutal cockpit battle, a desperate fight for survival, and aerobatic maneuvers in a jumbo jet that were never meant to be possible.We also discuss the book Touching

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00:56:19

9/11 Timeline, Hijacking Lessons & The Day Aviation...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/09/24

In this powerful episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike reflect on September 11, 2001—walking through the timeline, sharing where they were in their own pilot training, and discussing how 9/11 reshaped aviation forever. We cover the hijackers’ path from Portland to Boston, the attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and the heroic stand of United Flight 93.We also discuss the long-term impact on flight training, passenger vigilance, and how “Let’s Roll” became a symbol of

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00:58:51

Inside the Tower: A Live Chat with Air Traffic...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/09/17

This week the Black Box Aviation Podcast brings you something special — our first live guest, Air Traffic Controller Ian! Tom & Mike sit down with Ian for a candid look behind the mic at the people who keep airplanes moving safely through the skies.Ian shares his path to ATC, from school and training timelines to life inside the radar room. We talk about the stress myths vs. reality, favorite movie scenes about controllers, how clearances work over voice vs. CPDLC, and what pilots say that

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01:03:08

Lady Gaga, Jumpseat Drama & West Jet St. Maarten...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/09/10

This week on the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike cover everything from music icons to major aviation headlines. Tom visits New York, takes in the USS Intrepid Air Museum, and maybe even spots Lady Gaga — but is he really a fan?We break down the WestJet 2276 hard landing in St. Maarten that forced a passenger evacuation and shut down the airport, plus a discussion on jumpseat etiquette following news of the Alaska Airlines pilot who took mushrooms and tried to shut down the engines — now

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01:01:32

Flying the Family, ETOPS Explained & Fuel Dump Fallout

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/09/03

In this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike kick things off by answering listener hotline questions: What is ETOPS flying? And how do pilots use the Great Circle Route? Plus, an update on the tragic NYC helicopter crash.From there, it’s stories from the road: Mike flies his family for the very first time — only to end up deplaning them after an APU failure 😬. We also cover an unexpected sidewalk emergency in Santa Monica, a flight from LAX to Newark with six horses onboard,

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00:56:19

Forgetting Underwear & Fuel Dumping Disasters | Black...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/08/27

Even pro travelers make rookie mistakes — Tom forgot to pack underwear. 🧳✈️ Mike won’t let him live it down as the Black Box Aviation Podcast takes off with stories from the road.This episode dives into the world of fuel dumping: why airlines do it, FAA rules, and what happened when Delta Flight 89 dumped thousands of gallons over Los Angeles, showering neighborhoods and schools below. Tom and Mike share their own experiences with emergency fuel dumps in the P-3 and MD-11, breaking down the

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00:29:48

Drones in Aviation: From War Machines to Everyday...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/08/22

In this Hot Topic Briefing episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike dive into the fascinating world of drones — past, present, and future.We trace drone flight from its surprising beginnings in 1849 unmanned balloons to modern military UCAVs, kamikaze drones, and modified commercial UAVs. We also look at the civilian side: FAA regulations, Part 107 licensing, and how drone pilots can turn their skills into an $80K career.But it’s not all smooth flying — we cover drone near-misses

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01:01:19

Hurricanes, Hawaiian Getaways & a JetBridge DUI:...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/08/20

Welcome back to the Black Box Aviation Podcast with Tom & Mike — where we talk about aviation, travel, and the things you NEED (and want) to know about flying.In this episode, we cover it all:🌪️ Landing in San Juan with Hurricane Erin on the radar🚨 A Southwest pilot arrested for DUI on the jetbridge🌴 Hawaiian adventures — snorkeling with manta rays, golfing on lava fields, and the quirks of “island time”✈️ Plus: lounge drama, tipping debates, and the sweaty palms of an MD-11 landing at SJUIf

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00:58:43

☕ Lounge Drama, Boston Vibes & Delta Turbulence Scare

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/08/13

Ever had a lounge showdown over a dirty glass? Tom shares a hilarious (and slightly awkward) encounter at an airport lounge that you won’t believe. We also talk about pilot coffee obsessions, hotel breakfast rip-offs, and a flap/slat disagreement at cruise altitude—plus what really happens when a heavy MD-11 takes off from Anchorage.Mike brings us along for his family trip to Boston, including Fenway Park magic, the Freedom Trail, and why hotel breakfasts are the biggest rip-off in aviation travel

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00:52:01

Layover Fatigue, Near Misses, and Wild Street Fights!

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/08/06

Welcome back to the Black Box Aviation Podcast! In this episode, Tom & Mike take you inside the cockpit to discuss layover fatigue, crazy stories from the road, and the latest aviation headlines you NEED to know about.✈️ Topics We Cover:✅ Layover Fatigue Reality Check:Why fatigue is more dangerous than you thinkOAK to ANC trip chaos and why timing mattersNavy SEAL breathing tips for staying sharp✅ Stories from the Road:Midnight street fight in NYC outside the crashpadReturn to gate for rudder

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00:23:07

Hot Topic #10: Germanwings 9525, Pilot Mental Health...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/08/01

In this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike take a deep dive into one of the most shocking tragedies in modern aviation: the Germanwings Flight 9525 crash. On March 24, 2015, an Airbus A320 was intentionally brought down by its first officer, killing all on board. We break down the timeline, the cockpit voice recordings, and the critical lessons learned from this heartbreaking event.But that’s not all—we also explore:✅ The State of Mental Health in AviationNew research showing

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00:51:57

GPS Jamming, Air Rage Gone Wild & Pilot Alcohol...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/07/30

Buckle up for an Episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast as Tom & Mike take you behind the cockpit door for an action-packed discussion on the latest in aviation.✈️ Main Topics:✅ GPS Jamming & Aviation Safety – How modern warfare tech is now disrupting civilian aviation and what pilots do when GPS fails.✅ Air Rage Epidemic – Why unruly passenger incidents are skyrocketing, shocking stories from real flights (including a Halloween flight gone completely off the rails), and the jaw-dropping

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00:54:48

Free Bacon, Hotel Layovers & Shutdowns in the Sky:...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/07/23

What really happens after the jet parks at the gate? In Episode 29 of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, we bring back the “Day in the Life” series — but this time we go beyond the cockpit and deep into hotel layovers, crew routines, unexpected travel perks (like free bacon!), and the realities of life on the road as an airline pilot.Tom & Mike open up about:✈️ Navigating FAA Part 117 rest rules🥓 Free bacon and late-night pizza🏊 Swimming laps at Ala Moana in Hawaii🏁 NASCAR’s ARCA Menards Series

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00:25:03

Hot Topic #9 – The Vanishing of Northwest Flight...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/07/16

In Hot Topic #9 of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike dive into the haunting story of Northwest Orient Flight 2501, a DC-4 lost over Lake Michigan in 1950 during a violent storm—becoming the deadliest aviation accident in U.S. history at the time. With chilling similarities to modern incidents, and a 75-year mystery that ends not with discovery, but with surrender, this episode explores low-level icing, microbursts, and the limitations of vintage aviation tech.We’ll also touch on the

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01:06:04

Fuel Cutoff Confusion: The Air India 171 Report, TSA...

The Black Box Aviation Podcast ·

2025/07/14

In Episode 28 of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom & Mike dive deep into the just-released preliminary report on Air India Flight 171, the tragic 787 crash out of Ahmedabad. What initially looked like a puzzle of flap settings, weather, and electrical theories now zeroes in on a chilling cockpit moment: both engines lost power after the fuel cutoff switches were mysteriously triggered just seconds after takeoff. Was it mechanical failure or human error? We break it all down.We also hit:🧳

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