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Flight Safety Detectives

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Aviation Safety
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FAA
Air India
Air Traffic Control
Accident Investigation
Pilot Training
Aviation Maintenance
Aircraft Maintenance
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Laguardia Airport
Helicopter Operations
UAP
Engine Failure
Cockpit Voice Recorder
Boeing 787
Pilot Mental Health
FAA Regulations
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Flight Data Recorder

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, traveli... more

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On 5/14/26 at 3:45pm a Piper PA-28 reg. N7188W crashed into a residential home in Akron, OH. The Flight Safety Detectives discuss the preliminary report. John Goglia and Todd Curtis take a closer look the details shared in the NTSB’s preliminary repo... more

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Todd Curtis and John Goglia take a closer look at the crash of a Fairchild SA227-TT in Blountville, Tennessee that killed NASCAR champion Alan Kulwicki and others. They bring to light why this plane crash wasn't simply a story about bad weather.

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Marine One. A departing passenger jet. A communications failure. And a safety system that didn’t work as intended.

What really happened on August 4, 2026, when President Trump’s Marine One helicopter departed the White House area at almost the same ... more

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A fatal collision at Carlisle Airport in Pennsylvania on August 19 raises important questions about what happened in the final seconds of two aircraft sharing the same airspace.

In this episode of Flight Safety Detectives, Todd Curtis and John Gogli... more

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Recent Guests

Bob Main
Flight 405 survivor, author of Surviving Flight 405, a survivor's story in finding a path to hope
Survivor / Author
Episode: Flight 405 Crash Survivor Speaks Out - Episode 343
Rohan Guskin
Private pilot and policy-focused aviation researcher
Bay Area aviation community
Episode: Young Aviation Enthusiast Examines Air Traffic Issues - Episode 338
Linda Tavlin
Author of Transport Management, Successes and Failures
Episode: Crisis Communication for Airlines - Episode 310
Xyla Foxlin
Aviation advocate, YouTube creator, and recipient of the Shorty Award for her video about the FAA.
Episode: Xyla Foxlin on Pilot Mental Health - Episode 307
Sarah MacLeod
President of the Aeronautical Repair Station Association and a long-time advocate for regulatory clarity in aviation maintenance.
Aeronautical Repair Station Association
Episode: FAA & Aviation Maintenance Disconnects - Episode 300
Dr. Gregory Rodgers
Former NASA and Air Force flight surgeon involved in multiple shuttle missions.
Episode: Aviation Safety and UAPs in Space - Episode 282
Peter Greenberg
Travel editor for CBS News and host of The Travel Detective
CBS News, PBS
Episode: The Ultimate Insider Discussion of Today’s Media and Aviation Safety - Episode 262
Nick Lappos
Aviation expert and chair of the AIAA committee focusing on air traffic management for unmanned vehicles.
AIAA (American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics)
Episode: UAVs, Advanced Air Mobility and Crowded Air Space - Episode 257
Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Famous race car driver involved in the air crash incident
Episode: Dale Earnhardt Jr Survives Air Crash Caused by Bad Pilot Decisions - Episode 255

Hosts

John Goglia
Aviation safety veteran and investigator with a long track record in accident analysis and industry oversight.
Greg Feith
Former NTSB investigator and aviation safety expert providing technical analysis and oversight perspective.
Todd Curtis
Aviation safety analyst and consultant offering risk management and safety culture insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 549 ratings
  • Great discussion

    Always a great discussion of real aviation topics, by professionals for aviation professionals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Workday fan
    United States6 months ago
  • Invaluable Knowledge and Mindset

    Sitting in the cockpit, pushed for time trying to smash a clearance into the system, I can almost hear the words “slow the heck down sunshine!” ..and “do a proper preflight!!”

    Helping to maintain a safety mindset, this show has almost become required listening at one major European carrier.

    Quite an accolade and absolutely deserved.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AriesPolar
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Fabulous information

    I’m no pilot but find these chaps fascinating and they impart interesting information that is pertinent to mere travelers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jmacarth
    Australiaa year ago
  • 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 ho... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ThomasM5
    United Statesa year ago
  • Covid Masks?

    I started listening to this podcast a few weeks ago working my way backwards. At Episode 49 I heard them praise the ridiculous “Covidian” masking rituals. Literally vitiated whatever credibility they had built up with me. I immediately stopped listening and I will unsubscribe after this review is published. Very disheartening. The Covid masks were nothing more than a “totem” of leftist sheeple. Even the medical journals have since admitted the same. Very disappointing to discover that these expe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    waycoolsnoopy
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise practical safety takeaways (preflight, checklists) and diverse guest perspectives.
Ads/ sponsorships can be polarizing but content quality remains high.
Experts provide thorough, data-driven aviation safety analysis.
Audiences value clear explanations of complex concepts like ADS-B and airspace management.

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FSD Live February 23 2026 - Episode 318
Q: What role do financial pressures and slot times play in decision-making during flights, and could these influence safety?
While commercial pressures exist, the hosts stress that safety must override business pressures; they discuss how slotions and operational demands can influence decisions but emphasize thorough analysis and training to mitigate such influences.
FSD Live February 23 2026 - Episode 318
Q: Why are you covering up the fact that the US Navy missile shot down Flight 800?
The hosts explain that the evidence does not support a missile strike; the investigation found an inside-out explosion from a fuel-tank failure, with physical indicators and extensive analysis showing no external hit, and that the NTSB's process is transparent and evidence-driven.
Aviation Safety Deep-Dive - Your Comments Answered - Episode 311
Q: Why aren't you giving us more information?
We don't have additional information yet from the NTSB and must wait for their investigation.
Xyla Foxlin on Pilot Mental Health - Episode 307
Q: What are you doing to champion pilot mental health?
I work on the legislative side to promote the Major Mental Health and Aviation Act and educate the public about pilots' experiences with mental health issues.
Xyla Foxlin on Pilot Mental Health - Episode 307
Q: What can you say to keep young people's enthusiasm for aviation alive?
It's essential to remind young pilots to fly for fun and celebrate small wins. Many lose sight of the joy of flying amidst training pressures.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flight Safety Detectives

What is Flight Safety Detectives about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series dives into aviation safety with veteran investigators who bring decades of frontline experience to bear on real-world incidents. Episodes dissect crashes, near-misses, and airspace challenges through meticulous use of official reports, data, and firsthand industry perspectives, often weaving in regulatory context and safety culture. Listeners get practical takeaways on pre-flight planning, systems like ADS-B, and maintenance decisions, plus candid commentary on how investigations unfold and what improvements could enhance overall safety. A standout trait is the hosts' balance of technical depth with accessible explainers, and the consistent emphasis on evidence-based conclusions over sensationalism, which makes complex safety to... more

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1. NTSB News Talk – Aviation Accidents, Safety Investigations & Pilot Lessons
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Recent guests on Flight Safety Detectives include:

1. Bob Main
2. Rohan Guskin
3. Linda Tavlin
4. Xyla Foxlin
5. Sarah MacLeod
6. Dr. Gregory Rodgers
7. Peter Greenberg
8. Nick Lappos

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