Flight Safety Detectives

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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.

Recent Episodes
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    Nov 6, 2024 – 00:22:36
  • Bad Fuel Line Causes Engine Fire & Crash - Episode 244
    Oct 30, 2024 – 00:32:53
  • Another Disappointing Training Accident Report - Episode 243
    Oct 23, 2024 – 00:38:14
  • Aircraft Cabin Materials Cause Deadly Gases - Episode 242
    Oct 16, 2024 – 00:33:30
  • Fatal Crashes Traced to Cirrus Pilots - Episode 241
    Oct 9, 2024 – 00:37:42
  • Report on Fatal Air Crash Leaves Cause a Mystery - Episode 240
    Oct 2, 2024 – 00:40:09
  • Anxiety in Flight Turns Deadly - Episode 239
    Sep 25, 2024 – 00:16:37
  • Critical Aviation Safety Issues Emerge from Voepass ATR72 Accident - Episode 238
    Sep 18, 2024 – 00:52:10
  • When Mooney Airplane Doors Open in Flight - Episode 237
    Sep 11, 2024 – 00:28:02
  • Takeaways from AirVenture 2024 - Episode 236
    Aug 28, 2024 – 00:15:05
  • Brazilian Aviation Woes: VoePass Deadly Crash & ATC Comms Issues - Episode 235
    Aug 21, 2024 – 00:41:25
  • Use ASRS to Report UAP and UFO Encounters - Episode 234
    Aug 14, 2024 – 00:52:33
  • NTSB Party System Scrutinized - Episode 233
    Aug 7, 2024 – 00:42:27
  • Fireworks on a Helicopter Lead to Federal Charges- Episode 232
    Jul 31, 2024 – 00:22:10
  • Midair Collision Between Cessna 172 and Dash 8 Highlights Aviation Safety Concerns in Mixed-Use Airports- Episode 231
    Jul 24, 2024 – 00:29:13
  • How to Fix Quality Issues at Boeing - Episode 230
    Jul 17, 2024 – 00:47:15
  • The Insidious Passenger and Pilot Killer - Episode 229
    Jul 10, 2024 – 00:35:02
  • Dangers of Turbulence - Episode 228
    Jul 3, 2024 – 00:31:22
  • Criminalization Threatens Aviation Safety - Episode 227
    Jun 26, 2024 – 00:44:57
  • Missing Equipment and Inexperience Lead to Plane Crash - Episode 226
    Jun 19, 2024 – 00:22:29
  • Fourth Incident for Hughes 369 Helicopter Proves Fatal - Episode 225
    Jun 12, 2024 – 00:30:32
  • Training Flight Disaster - Episode 224
    Jun 5, 2024 – 00:24:04
  • Electrical Failure Leads to 727 Crash in Pacific Ocean - Episode 223
    May 29, 2024 – 00:45:44
  • $4 Million Mistake on Air Force One - Episode 222
    May 22, 2024 – 00:28:27
  • 2020 Midair Collision Revisited- Episode 221
    May 15, 2024 – 00:32:00
  • Bad Pilot Decisions Kill - Episode 220
    May 8, 2024 – 00:23:08
  • Witnessing Excellence at the 2024 AMC Competition in Chicago - Episode 219
    May 1, 2024 – 00:37:58
  • The Laura Taber Barbour Foundation Legacy in Aviation Safety - Episode 218
    Apr 24, 2024 – 00:43:03
  • Navigating the Risks of Post-Maintenance Flights - Episode 217
    Apr 17, 2024 – 00:32:40
  • Stall Warning Flight Test Turns Disastrous - Episode 216
    Apr 10, 2024 – 00:31:38
  • Photo Shoot Model Struck by Aircraft Wing - Episode 215
    Apr 3, 2024 – 00:29:39
  • Crash Shows Dangers of Home Built Aircraft - Episode 214
    Mar 27, 2024 – 00:26:09
  • Stall and Spin Maneuvers Lead to Fatal Cessna 172 Crash - Episode 213
    Mar 20, 2024 – 00:25:59
  • Two New Aviation Safety Incidents Involving Boeing Planes - Episode 212
    Mar 15, 2024 – 00:31:54
  • eVTOL Safety – Episode 211
    Mar 13, 2024 – 00:32:06
  • Challenger 604 Roadway Emergency Landing Mistakes – Episode 210
    Mar 6, 2024 – 00:20:02
  • Pilots in Helicopter Crash Repeat Errors in Kobe Bryant Crash - Episode 209
    Feb 28, 2024 – 00:38:49
  • Declaring an In-Flight Emergency Can Save Your Life – Episode 208
    Feb 21, 2024 – 00:32:42
  • Conspiracy Theories Surrounding Jenni Rivera Plane Crash– Episode 207
    Feb 14, 2024 – 00:25:18
  • Plane Crash Caused by Pilot's Poor Decisions and Lack of Aircraft Understanding – Episode 206
    Feb 7, 2024 – 00:35:01
  • Bad Decisions Take Airplanes Out of the Sky – Episode 205
    Jan 31, 2024 – 00:35:34
  • Accident or Conspiracy? Singer Jenni Rivera Lear 25 Accident Examined – Episode 204
    Jan 24, 2024 – 00:33:56
  • Singer Jenni Rivera’s Fatal Plane Crash Examined – Episode 203
    Jan 17, 2024 – 00:25:35
  • Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 737 MAX 9 Update – Episode 202
    Jan 10, 2024 – 00:55:03
  • JAL Flight 516 Crash Factors Emerge– Episode 201
    Jan 10, 2024 – 00:28:05
  • United Airlines Finds Loose Bolts on 737 MAX 9 Aircraft – Episode 200
    Jan 9, 2024 – 00:25:54
  • 737-9 Max Exit Door Panel Failure – Episode 199
    Jan 7, 2024 – 00:26:23
  • Expert Insights into the Japan Airlines A350 Aviation Disaster – Episode 198
    Jan 4, 2024 – 00:40:09
  • ATSB Report Offers Aviation Safety Details and Insight – Episode 197
    Dec 27, 2023 – 00:39:32
  • Examining General Aviation Safety Issues – Episode 196
    Dec 20, 2023 – 00:19:39
Recent Reviews
  • Deathnotfun
    I have a new favorite podcast.
    I spent years in the aviation industry and have never had access to this kind of insight.
  • Gary Millrat
    Objective and thorough
    What sets this podcast apart from other depictions of air disasters is the objective analysis of the hosts . John, Greg and Todd continue to display the same professionalism in reporting they showed while working various agencies . Their love and respect of air travel comes through loud and clear . I appreciate their alerting listeners to other sites to learn more about reports and events
  • Gusntood
    Ads are not pleasant
    I’m going to unfollow for a couple of months and see if you stop running ads. They are louder and annoying. Hopefully you’ll sto running them. I enjoy the expert information but not enough to suffer the ads.
  • ThomasM5
    Great show
    Love the show guys. I’m not a pilot, but I am a frequent flier and love airplanes. Additionally, I prefer to use the facts in problem solving which I think you guys do a great job of. Keep up the full breakdowns of crashes- loved your step-by-step walkthrough of the Lion Air crash. One suggestion: long periods of talking about the current state of the NTSB, why their reports are bad, why it isn’t what it used to be, etc. is not compelling listening- focus more on what caused the accidents and how they should be prevented.
  • Ted Post
    Boeing can do no wrong
    Incredibly disappointing these guys scapegoated the 737 MAX pilots and gave Boeing a free pass for the MCAS debacle. They talk a good game but hard to take them seriously after that.
  • listener954
    A different take on pilot safety
    I never got beyond ground school and a few lessons but I really enjoy how these guys take a multidisciplinary view on specific airplane “incidents.” They use reports, video, their own experiences, etc to shed light on how these accidents both occurred and could have been avoided.
  • K2 Aviation
    Need To Fact Check
    These guys are entitled to their opinions, but they need to bring a responsible person to fact check what they talk about. The Plan Swap discussion was full of false facts. That said these guys are first class pontificators
  • Smccrdrc
    austin texas
    austin?
  • Luna Lovecraft
    Love it!
    My only involvement in aviation is using my prayer arsenal to keep my flights from turning into an episode of Mayday! or Air Disasters. Despite being completely irrational when it comes to flying, I love this podcast. The hosts’ insider knowledge is fascinating. And I don’t know what to say about the complaints about chitchat. The small talk is part of what makes this podcast entertaining.
  • CPTJason01
    Great start, good program
    Started listening a few years back, great podcast to listen to on my 1-2 hour drive to the airport and get me in the write mind for flying. I prefer accident investigation stories versus some of the other directions this podcast takes.
  • Spin737
    Read You 3 By 3
    Your great information is clouded by low production quality. Greg’s voice is muddied and the mix is off with Greg half the volume of John. Record your audio locally and combine it in post-production.
  • noahot4me
    Great Show
    I really enjoy seeing how the sausage is made on these podcast of incidents . They really dive down deep in explaining everything . Gentleman you have a great show and I appreciate it . Always remember those preflights and don’t skimp on the check list . Safe flying
  • Lovesthisalot
    Hooked on this podcast
    Enjoying the show. Right now listening to John, Greg, and Todd, always look forward to new episodes. I like the relaxed format and the occasional ribbing helps get through some of the grim details of aviation accidents. These guys have lots of combined experience and lots of passion for everything aviation. I’m not a pilot nor related to anyone in aviation, just a long time passenger with a curiosity about flight safety and extremely glad this podcast exists.
  • ^-uck this app
    Must listen to podcast if your into aviation
    As a major airline pilot always trying to learn this podcast is a must to listen to. Very informative, always swiping the update button booting. New episode came out. Thank you John, Greg!
  • zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz7777
    Getting Boring
    This podcast needs to get back to discussions about the nuts and bolts of specific aviation accidents, their causes and the lessons learned. Lately it has become nothing but obscure topics, preaching about airline COVID restrictions and begging for sponsors. That is not why I became a listener. I hope that the hosts can get back to what made this an interesting podcast in the beginning.
  • rav30
    Deice ops
    Great show, but I’m at a 121 carrier. Probably should have a current pilot on you show regularly to go over specific company ops. You can’t just say flight crews are complacent. Our procedures state when to do a wing check. We follow winter ops with checklists to a tee.
  • Kari&Dan
    Car Talk meets Jensen & Holes
    These two are the best! As a commercial airline pilot’s wife, Boeing flight line mechanic’s daughter and USAF granddaughter, I have heard my fair share of “plane talk” in my 40+ years. But I’m the one that subscribes and listens to this podcast gem in our house, because it’s just so good. Love you both, keep up the excellent work!
  • Fellow ERAU alumni
    Fantastic
    I can’t believe it took me nearly a year to find out Greg Feith and John Goglia had a podcast. I had no choice but to go back and binge listen from episode 1. I hope this will last. Amazing stuff.
  • bascal133
    Awesome Program with Great Hosts
    This is a great podcast, the hosts are experts and enthusiasts who clearly know they’re stuff. I like that they have a professorial and analytical manner. It’s great to have a haven where facts and evidence are king in world where reality distortion Is weaponized more and more.
  • Gerric27
    Behind the scenes by professionals
    If you ever wanted to learn more about investigating air disasters, the behind the scenes and the mindset of the teams involved, this podcast is for you. You don’t need to have any knowledge of how an airplane works to understand these two speaking. They speak clearly and in Layman’s terms. All-around a great listen.
  • Danny22quilla
    100% recommended
    Guys it would be nice if you keep us posted about each week episode, don’t let us waiting if you are not going to release an episode! Thanks this is a great podcast! Can’t wait to listen to the next episode! And I’m still waiting for this week episode 😉👌🏼
  • bfhffg
    Very enlightening Episode 45
    I have to admit, having been out of the aviation side of things for awhile, I had no idea how uninvolved the NTSB was becoming. Unfortunately, it appears that the NTSB is not alone in its use of what a friend of mine recently termed, the COVID crutch. The world can not stop because of COVID. Safety and security in other realms can not be compromised because of this virus. We must allow trained professionals the leeway to do their jobs in the safe manner in which they’ve been trained and retrained. If our enemies only knew this would be all it would take. Scary. Thanks for a great and enlightening episode gentlemen!
  • QC Scott
    Interesting show
    Some of the negative comments here are laughable. Maybe Greg and John hit home with their assessment about the Max and a major contributor to the accidents being pilot and maintenance induced. They didn’t spare Boeing or the airlines, either. If you haven’t had to make crash investigation report that involves saying a deceased pilot was at fault it would seem to me you should just take what they say and learn from it, not dismiss it. It sounds harsh but if that is a contributing factor, it should be reported. That’s how we got SMS and CRM. It’s their job to bring out the dirty laundry so we can learn what not to do. Don’t shoot the messengers.
  • Papa Bear Family
    Great Content
    That you for all your research and hard work
  • Ardbew
    These guys do not have true operational experience
    I’ve tried to find some good podcasts on aviation and I had great hopes for this one. For both these guys although they claim to have impeccable qualifications and experience, they come across totally uninformed from an operational perspective on how airlines operate. I have offered feedback though back channels and emails with no response l. I would not listen to these guys. They are totally uninformed and with marginal experience on COVID-19 or the use of mask policies and actual compliance. Their opinions are similar to Rush Limbaugh and giving you half the story. On many of their accent reviews which I’ve listen to (at least a half a dozen) although they reach sound conclusions in some cases, there are several areas that are strictly opinions and great assumptions on what actually happened rarely based in fact, which provides a nice story line. I rarely write reviews and I tried to hold my tongue on this particular podcast but I’m frustrated when there’s so much inaccuracy that is put out there as fact. Dan Wilborn Airline pilot with over 15,000 flight hours.
  • Jb5423
    Love this podcast
    The two of you make a great pair, and as an aviation nut I am consuming these episodes as fast as you can make them. There are quite a few podcasts about aviation disasters, but the level of expertise that you guys bring to this puts it on another level completely. Thank you so much for doing this!
  • RozWarren
    Fascinating and informative
    You don’t need to know anything about aviation to find this show fascinating. Two concerned, super competent (and compassionate) experts examine and explain why planes crashed and people died in concise and clear language that anyone can understand. There are a lot of lessons to be learned from listening to this podcast and it gives me hope that so many pilots are paying attention to it. But check it out, even if you never plan to pilot a plane. Because aviation safety is important to all of us.
  • Foxhound8080
    Interesting
    Great Podcast! I have no ties to aviation. I’m just fascinated by air disasters (I feel morbid for saying that, lol) and solving the mystery of what causes them. I’ve been watching ACI for years, and have always liked both Mr. Feith, and Mr. Goglia. This goes more in-depth than the episodes do. The valujet accident is especially interesting. I’d also like to hear more about American Airlines 1420.
  • Air21Law
    What the heck is going on in Alaska
    Do Alaska airlines follow the same FAA regs as they do in the “Lower 48”?
  • Arealuser234
    Great
    A very good podcast
  • Mulder393
    Great Discussions
    These guys present straightforward, no nonsense discussions of flight safety issues. It’s clear thinking, intermediate to advanced concepts, and lots of applicable examples. Great stuff!
  • SWAwifeSLC
    Misinformation on masks episode
    This podcast was recommended to me by a friend who thought I would love it because I come from an aviation family and have been in the industry for 51 years (since the day I was born). The first episode I listen to is August 5 on masks and you start with talking about how no one knows what to do when wearing a mask if the masks drop. You claim that changes in briefings haven’t been changed. I have been on 12 flights (DL & SWA) in the past three months. On every flight I have traveled the flight attendants have told passengers to remove their mask before placing the mask on their face. As the podcast went on you talked about “armchair experts” who have an option about things they know nothing about. How hypocritical of you both. How much have you flown since COVID began? Have you contacted airline inflight departments to ask if there have been changes in the announcements? If you want to talk about mechanical issues as an expert, fine, but my first experience with your podcast is not a great one.
  • SWA CPT
    Greg and John
    Outstanding! I especially enjoyed the 737 MAX investigation critiques. Other subjects are very infotmative. I’ve learned a lot. Keep it up!
  • cali4back2
    Excellent, informative, highly interesting!
    I have to agree if their is one aviation podcast you choose to listen to, this is the one. John and Greg cover topics of all kind, I can’t believe how many I went through at once. My dad and I like to listen than have a post discussion. Greg Feith is one of most intelligent, highly experienced and well spoken experts in the world on aviation safety and with John, another absolutely fascinating expert this collectively is nothing but expertise. I am so glad my dad insisted that I listen, I especially found the COVID episode interesting considering the current state of the world. Excellent work Greg and John!!!
  • Lord John Whorfin
    If you only have time for one airplane podcast...
    As an aviation enthusiast I am so thrilled with this podcast. It’s not very often that seasoned experts take the time to share their experience and insight in layperson terms. Never going for the easy or biased explanation, they just expose the facts and piece by piece reconstruct the story and explain what happened. A top podcast for any aviation enthusiast.
  • Pagance
    Enjoy Listening
    As a former FAA Air Carrier Airworthiness Safety Inspector, I investigated multiple accidents as the FAA IIC. I always enjoyed working with the NTSB. Listening to your podcast brings back many memories. I hope you are able to continue these podcasts as they are a learning opportunity for the aviation community!
  • Corporate Pilot
    Great show
    Great show guys. As an aviation professional pilot with a major airline, I learn so much from you guys. I look forward to every new episode and really appreciate the depth and detail you guys go into. We’re lucky to be your audience and listeners!
  • love the ticky-tock
    John is World Class Speaker
    Saw John this year in PHX he kept us entertained and left us wanting more. So happy to find this pod cast. Keep up the good work guys. Michael Richards
  • StewBoone
    Lighten Up Francis!
    You seem to have all your facts straight when it comes to Boeing and the two MAX crashes, do some deeper research on your facts about Southwest Airlines.
  • dfhdhydggdhff
    Southwest bag weights
    Most airlines don’t weigh each bag, they count the number of bags, and use a summer or winter standard weights.
  • gray zebra
    Old-school tin kickers
    Two guys who peaked two decades ago but are well read. Feith often finds a unique point to explore- Goglia rarely. They avoid technical flight-control or FBW issues for good reasons.
  • Pollymall
    Facts not flash
    I am a 737 pilot and trained and experienced aviation safety professional. These guys are the real deal and use facts to draw conclusions. If you want the truth about the 737 max accidents, this is where you will find it. The popular media has it mostly wrong.
  • itsDLF
    My New Favorite Podcast!
    Been a fan of Greg's work over the years. If you're a student of aviation accidents one of the biggest lessons is it's almost NEVER one single thing (MCAS). Instead it's usually a cascade of 6 or 8 smaller issues which conspire to cause the accident. Lion Air is exactly that situation. Should MCAS have been introduced and trained for for differently? Obviously. But this was a totally avoidable accident apart from the defective AOA sensor and MCAS.
  • Bottleworks
    Chip on the shoulder?
    At first it seemed like a really strong podcast. It then turned into the first half of the podcast saying that they will “prove” XYZ, but not really saying anything of substance. It always seemed like there was a whole lot of emotion on their end, at times they spell it out. The latest podcast on the “real” facts was just too much. It simply turned into a show of rhetoric and propaganda. I had to turn it off. They claimed Airbus pilots just press buttons and aren’t real pilots. How ignorant. The NTSB has their own podcast which is shaping into a good one. Try that one.
  • Oday26
    Boeing defenders
    If you think boeing is blameless then I highly recommend this podcast.
  • elliethedog
    The latest podcast is a Boeing PR piece.
    What a disservice these “professionals” have done in the latest podcast. Mark Forkner said he had to use “Jedi mind tricks” to trick regulators into accepting the MAX and MCAS. He was NOT talking about a simulator. United ordered A321’s to replace the 757’s. You guys make it sound like it was due to United shunning the MAX yet this still have hundreds in order. The A321 is because Boeing doesn’t have a plane that fills the 757 mission. If you think a 737 cockpit at high speed is quiet then you have never sat in an actual airplane. The Simulator in no way represents the actual noise levels. Even the sounds you play in this podcast don’t sound accurate and representative of the actual plane. Really really disappointed in this podcast and think it reflects poorly on these guys. Having first hand knowledge myself of some of the false holds purported in this podcast makes me suspicious of the other podcast these guys have made that I didn’t have first hand knowledge. This is a Boeing reputation rehab podcast.
  • chappy 5
    Finding all the answers thanks Greg and John
    Looking forwardTo the next pod cast
  • EricSeversook
    Safety Professional
    If you care about air travel and safety this podcast is THE source for facts. Listen!
  • Bison123456789
    Very High Quality Analysis
    This is a must listen to for anyone interested in aviation safety. It simply doesn’t get better than this. Not flashy headlines or agenda pushing media organizations this is all about the facts. Love it.
  • EP747EP
    Episode 4. Thank you.
    I was unsure at first how much you guys would be able and willing to bottom line the “real” issues that matter in aeronautical safety and operations... until episode 4. Wow. Thank you. Honesty, based on critical thinking and experience - is far more valuable and extremely necessary for our industry today. The media has missed the mark. The NTSB has lost the plot. The formative foundations of political maneuvering (toward unmanned systems and low foreign training standards for profit) is clear. Your team’s experienced voice of investigation and skeptical inquiry is critical to keeping people on track who are obligated to be on track inside our industry (but only when knowledgeable people are watching). “In flying I mean not just pushing buttons...” Truth!! I’ve flown all over the world, worked for foreign airlines, Major US airlines... Your team is squarely in the bullseye on this episode.
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