
We are a weekly podcast here to give you insights into commercial aviation disasters and how they shape the aviation industry and make it safer to fly! Listen and check out our sources on our website at: www.hardlandingspodcast.com and check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/hardlandingspodcast. Please email us at info@hardlandingspodcast.com with suggestions/feedback.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 365 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | AviationLeisure | |||

On November 29, 2019, a Piper Chieftain is doing a medical charter flight picking up a patient from Seward. As they fly from Anchorage, they never make it, what caused this flight to crash on their way?
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On May 18, 2011, An Omega Aerial Refueling Services Boeing 707 is taking off out of Naval Air Station Point Mugu, but they do not make it very far. What caused this flight to crash just off the end of the runway?
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On 20 September 1989, A USAir Flight 737-400 veered off the runway at LaGuardia Airport and came to rest in the waters of the East River. In the aftermath of that night, what ultimately happened to the aircraft?
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On April 27th, 1995, An IAI Westwind disappeared during a flight over southeastern Australia. After it vanished from sight, what happened to the aircraft?
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Episode 328 totally ruined. Because of your opening monolog, I don't care about your political views, keep them out of this podcast and all your little drops about global warming, he her they them, whatever you're feeling, you are today, I don't really care. Don't push that on your listening, audience. Your political viewpoint makes no difference, or that the 3 of you all feel the same way. And good grief, we're going to now complain about who flies in, or retains aircraft, and have to Critique... more
Love the podcast
The constant lame jokes are a turnoff .
This podcast is overall great I love it. I have listened to almost all of the episodes in 4 months and I love aviation. One piece of info I have for new listeners is whenever there’s a Maranda rage warning the crash will be because someone did something stupid witch led the plane to crash.
HAPPY 300TH!!!
This podcast is overall great I love it. I have listened to almost all of the episodes in 4 months and I love aviation. One recommendation I have for new listeners is to listen at 1.5x speed
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This weekly aviation podcast digs into commercial-disaster analyses, focusing on how accidents reveal safety gaps and drive industry improvements. Episodes typically dissect miscommunications, CRM training, approach procedures, and safety regulations, all delivered with a mix of technical detail and spirited banter. Listeners likely appreciate thorough research, accessible explanations of root causes, and candid host dynamics that blend humor with serious safety takeaways. A distinctive edge is the hosts' willingness to critique procedures and emphasize lessons learned, making it valuable for professionals in aviation safety, training, and policy, as well as enthusiasts who enjoy deep dives into historical incidents.
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