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The Flight Files

The Flight Files

The Flight Files offers a unique blend of in-depth analysis and engaging narrative. With every episode, you"ll gain valuable insights into aviation history while enjoying the ramblings of your host Dan. So, whether you"re a seasoned aviation enthusiast or simply curious about the world"s most fascinating disasters, fasten your seatbelt and join us on this unforgettable journey.Sponsorship and business inquiries: contact@theflightfiles.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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20:22

Japan Air Lines Flight 123 - The 32 Minute Fight to...

The Flight Files ·

2025/10/02

August 12th, 1985. Just twelve minutes after takeoff from Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, a deafening explosion ripped through the rear of Japan Airlines Flight 123. The force tore away part of the tail, destroyed all four hydraulic systems, and left the crew with no way to control their Boeing 747. For the next 32 minutes, passengers and crew endured a desperate struggle against the inevitable, as the massive jet bucked, rolled, and plunged through the skies of central Japan. When it finally struck the

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13:09

Air Inter Flight 148: The Ghost of Mont Sainte-Odile

The Flight Files ·

2025/09/25

The air is thick, wet with the chill of a January night. Inside the cockpit of Air Inter Flight 148, the crew is focused, their eyes scanning the glow of the instrument panels as they begin their final approach into Strasbourg. It's a routine flight, a simple VOR DME procedure through the rugged, cloud-shrouded terrain of the Vosges mountains in eastern France. But tonight, routine will become anything but.As the Airbus A320 descends, its automated systems are set. The pilots believe they have

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22:44

The Hindenburg Disaster: The Fiery End of an Airship Era

The Flight Files ·

2024/10/10

On the evening of May 6, 1937, the German airship LZ 129 Hindenburg approached its destination at Lakehurst Naval Air Station in New Jersey, marking the end of a smooth transatlantic journey from Frankfurt. The airship carried 97 people—passengers and crew—on what was expected to be a routine landing. But just as the ground crew prepared for its arrival, something went horribly wrong.In mere seconds, the Hindenburg erupted into flames, crashing to the ground in a fiery disaster that would claim 36

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10:20

Comair Flight 5191: The Critical Mistake That Led to...

The Flight Files ·

2024/10/03

In the early hours of August 27, 2006, Comair Flight 5191 prepared for what should have been a routine takeoff from Lexington’s Blue Grass Airport. The Bombardier CRJ-100 had 50 people onboard, ready for a quick hop to Atlanta. But as the aircraft started its takeoff roll, it veered onto the wrong runway—one that was far too short for a safe departure. Within seconds, the aircraft crashed, and 49 lives were tragically lost.How did an experienced crew end up on the wrong runway? What went wrong

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19:00

Sudan Airways Flight 109: The Overrun That Led to...

The Flight Files ·

2024/09/26

On June 10, 2008, Sudan Airways Flight 109 was on its final approach to Khartoum International Airport after a long journey from Amman, Jordan, with a brief stop in Damascus, Syria. Onboard were 214 people, including passengers and crew. As the Airbus A310 touched down, the aircraft overran the wet runway, ultimately coming to rest beyond its end. Moments later, the right side of the aircraft was engulfed in flames. While many onboard managed to escape, 30 lives were tragically lost in the

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22:00

Air France Flight 447: The High-Tech Failure That Led...

The Flight Files ·

2024/09/19

On the night of May 31, 2009, Air France Flight 447 took off from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, bound for Paris, France. It was a routine transatlantic flight until, just hours after departure, the aircraft vanished from radar over the Atlantic Ocean. For days, the world watched as search teams scoured the ocean for wreckage. When the Airbus A330 was finally found, it was clear that something had gone terribly wrong. The crash claimed the lives of all 228 people on board and raised questions about modern

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18:53

American Airlines Flight 191: The Disaster That...

The Flight Files ·

2024/09/12

On May 25, 1979, American Airlines Flight 191, a DC-10 aircraft, was scheduled to fly from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles. Just seconds after takeoff, tragedy struck. The left engine and strut assembly tore away from the wing, leaving the flight crew to face a catastrophic failure. The plane, now critically unbalanced, began to roll left, plunging toward the ground. Within moments, Flight 191 crashed, killing all 271 passengers and crew onboard. This was not just a mechanical

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9:50

Circuit City Stores Crash: Cessna Citation 560

The Flight Files ·

2024/07/18

On February 16, 2005, a Cessna Citation 560, operated by Martinair, Inc., for Circuit City Stores, Inc., crashed. The aircraft was carrying two pilots and six passengers and the flight departed from Richmond International Airport in Richmond, Virginia and was headed to John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, California, with a scheduled fuel stop in Pueblo, Colorado.During the flight, the aircraft encountered icing conditions and despite efforts to combat the conditions, the aeroplane crashed east of

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24:54

TransAsia Airways Flight GE235 - A Deadly Flight from...

The Flight Files ·

2024/05/02

On February 4, 2015, TransAsia Airways Flight GE235, an ATR 72-600 aircraft, crashed into the Keelung River shortly after take-off from Taipei Songshan Airport, resulting in the loss of 43 lives. The investigation revealed a series of contributing factors leading to the disaster and lead to improved regulations in the aviation industry. What factors caused the crash of of this TransAsia Airways Flight? Let’s investigate The Flight Files of Flight GE235. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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28:29

Air New Zealand Flight 901: Sightseeing Flight Ends...

The Flight Files ·

2024/04/25

Air New Zealand Flight 901, A McDonnell-Douglas DC 10 departed from Auckland at 8:17 am on a sightseeing trip to Antarctica with 257 people on board. While flying through Antarctica, the crew spotted a gap in the clouds and informed McMurdo ATC that they were decending to 2,000 feet to give the passengers a better look at the incredible landscape but were never heard from again. What happened to Flight 901 and why didn’t they follow up with Air Traffic Control? Let’s investigate The Flight Files of

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57:32

Alaska Airlines Flight 261: The Fight to Save a...

The Flight Files ·

2024/04/18

It's January 31st, 2000, 4:21 pm PST. Alaska Airlines Flight 261 lifts off from the sun-drenched beaches of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, carrying 88 souls – passengers and crew alike – towards a anticipated arrival in Seattle. But in a heartbeat, sunshine surrenders to screams.The once-peaceful plane contorts violently, a horrifying rollercoaster ride unfolding thousands of feet above the Pacific Ocean. The once-calm canvas below transforms into a terrifying expanse of rushing water, growing ever closer

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43:38

Yemenia Flight 626: A Catastrophe in the Indian Ocean

The Flight Files ·

2024/04/11

Just minutes from landing, Yemenia Flight 626 vanished into the Indian Ocean. Of the 153 onboard, almost all perished. Today, we delve into this heartbreaking story, examining the factors that led to this tragedy. The Airbus A310 departed Sana'a, Yemen, bound for Moroni, Comoros. As the flight neared its end, a series of errors cascaded into disaster. Only a 12-year-old girl survived. What caused this seasoned crew to make such critical mistakes? Let's investigate the Flight Files of Yemenia Flight

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54:55

Lion Air Flight 610: A Tragic Tale of Faulty Design...

The Flight Files ·

2024/04/04

Its Early in the morning on October 29th, 2018, 189 tired passengers have boarded Lion Air Flight 610. The flight is scheduled to depart from Jakarta International airport, heading towards its destination, Pangkal Pinang; a Flight time of 60 minutes.Just seconds after take off the captain's stick shaker starts violently shaking causing panic and confusion in the cockpit; meanwhile the 189 passengers behind, blissfully unaware, are simply looking forward to arriving at their destination. Minutes into

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0:22

Welcome to The Flight Files

The Flight Files ·

2024/04/01

The Flight Files offers a unique blend of in-depth analysis and engaging narrative. With every episode, you’ll gain valuable insights into aviation history while enjoying the dynamic duo of Dan and Tom. So, whether you’re a seasoned aviation enthusiast or simply curious about the world’s most fascinating disasters, fasten your seatbelt and join us on this unforgettable journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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