The preliminary report on the June 12, 2025, fatal crash of an Air India 787 is most notable for what is unstated, vague, and even misleading. The detectives start with the omission of who turned off the engines just after takeoff. Their list of unanswered questions grows from there. This crash appears to not be an accident, but rather an intentional act by at least one member of the flight crew. The engines were shut down shortly after takeoff. Although at least one pilot took actions to restart both engines, neither engine could generate thrust before the aircraft crashed less than a mile from the airport.The report has telltale signs that those writing the report had motives other than to provide factual information about the event and the investigation. Errors and vaguely worded statements in the report make it appear that someone other than an aviation safety professional wrote or approved the report.Just a few of the issues Greg Feith, John Goglia and Todd Curtis highlight:The report did not specify which pilot shut down the engines just after takeoff, even though the voice and data recorders likely had enough information to determine that.The report does not say whether other people were in the cockpit other than the two pilots.No reason is given as to why Air India was excluded from the investigation.An aviation psychologist is listed as one of the subject matter experts on the investigation team, implying that a psychological or even psychiatric issue was a factor in this crash.In summary, the report points to an event that was not an accident, but a deliberate action.
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Experts Raise Alarm Over Air India 787 Crash Investigation Ahead of Preliminary Report - Episode 279
India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau plans to issue a preliminary report on the June 12, 2025, fatal crash of an Air India 787 tomorrow. Todd Curtis, Greg Feith, and John Goglia detectives have serious concerns about the credibility of this investigation and the upcoming preliminary report.They discuss several irregularities with the investigation, including the unusual decision not to include Air India as a party to the investigation. John and Greg have learned through their networks that the Indian authorities have limited the involvement of key parties including Boeing, the NTSB, the FAA, and engine manufacturer GE.Since the crash, no specific service bulletins, airworthiness directives, or special inspections related to the aircraft or the engines involved have been issued by the Indian authorities, Boeing, GE, or others. Little information has been released by the Indian authorities, including basic facts about who was flying the plane and details about the background of the flight crew, especially the first officer.
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Air India Crash and 737 Max Plug Door Blowout Updates - Episode 278
An update on the Air India crash investigation, with focus on the flight data recorders installed and recovered from the aircraft.John explains the identical dual flight data and voice recorders installed on the plane. Viewer questions led to further investigation and clarification of the Enhanced Airborne Flight Recorders (EAFR) installed on the plane.In other news, the NTSB has issued more than 30 findings related to the January 2024 Alaska Airlines door blowout event. The findings reveal how the manufacturing process of the Boeing 737 Max allowed a plug door to be reinstalled on the aircraft without the bolts that secure the door to the fuselage.Todd shares his insights from his time as a Boeing engineer. He highlights the complexity of the manufacturing process that involves Spirit in Wichita, Kansas making the fuselage and shipping to Boeing in Seattle for final assembly. Todd and John discuss each of the NTSB findings and the story they tell about what went wrong and what went right in this event.
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The High-Stakes Flight into Oshkosh - Episode 277
AirVenture 2025 is approaching fast. With it comes the transformation of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, into the busiest airport in the world. Pilots flying in must be prepared for the unique air traffic procedures. In this episode, aviation experts Greg Feith, Todd Curtis, and John Goglia take us behind the scenes of the annual event and discuss the critical safety protocols all pilots must follow.The team also revisits a powerful case study—the 2010 crash involving NASCAR legend Jack Roush. After a missed approach in his Beechcraft 390 Premier, Roush lost control and crashed. This incident underscores the importance of understanding and adhering to Oshkosh's detailed procedures.Greg, a seasoned pilot who has flown into Oshkosh numerous times, shares his firsthand experiences and the risks pilots face when they don't follow the guidelines. Whether you're planning to fly into AirVenture or simply want to understand how the airspace is managed during the event, this episode offers essential insights. Be sure to check out the 32-page official notice detailing these vital procedures.
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Safety Critical Information Being Withheld from Air India 787 Crash? – Episode 276
Greg Feith, John Goglia and Todd Curtis find the lack of information emerging about the Air India 787 crash surprising. They wonder if safety critical information is being withheld from the aviation community and the public at large.The flight data recorder (FDR) is in the US for analysis, while the cockpit voice recorder (CVR) remains in India. The CVR and FDR are typically read out simultaneously to marry up the data. Only when analyzed together can the data be fully understood. Assessing the recorders separately does not make sense.Another oddity – the Indian government called for inspection of all Air India 787s immediately after the crash. What were they inspecting and do they have knowledge that impacts the safety of the other 1000+ 787s operating around the world?The accident scene has been cleaned up. Physical evidence may have been lost. No pictures show that investigative teams were onsite to examine and document the wreckage. The Flight Safety Detectives provide updates to the investigation of the June 12 fatal crash. They share their experiences investigating crashes to examine what the little available information from this crash might mean.
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World-renowned aviation-industry consultants and former NTSB investigators John Goglia and Greg Feith have 100 years of worldwide aviation safety experience between them. In this hard-hitting podcast series they talk about everything aviation -- from the behind-the-scenes facts on deadly air crashes to topics of interest such as tips and tricks for navigating through airports and security, traveling with infants and children, unruly passengers, and packing your bags to ease through security.
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