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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.

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On October 14, 2004, A Cargo 747 is taking off out of Halifax, but it doesn’t really make it off the ground. What caused this flight to go off the end of the runway into a berm?

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On August 13, 1989, A group of tourists is taking a hot air balloon ride when something goes terribly wrong. What caused the unfortunate drop to the ground from up in the air?

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On February 6, 2010, A Piper Pawnee is pulling a glider in Boulder, Colorado, when the unthinkable happens. What caused this truly horrible accident?

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On May 31, 2000, a Whyalla Airlines Piper Chieftain is flying to Whyalla, but they end up ditching instead. What happened to this flight on its way to its final destination?

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Richard Lawson
Actor known for his roles in 'Poltergeist' and 'Dynasty'
Episode: Episode 245: US405

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 412 ratings
  • Terrible hosts

    Interesting information, terrible hosts. They’re loud, annoying, over the top reactions, talk over each other too much, and crack the worst jokes. I could not make it through one episode. The dude can’t get a sentence out without the girls absolutely screeching over him. It’s the worst.

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    Simpsons211
    United States25 days ago
  • Goodbye true crime

    I really liked the show until they brought in their political opinions so they will be part of the “cancel culture” too bad you three blew it you could have been the best.

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    jfcarr
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good podcast but…..

    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 which led the plane to crash.

    I changed my rating due to a political message in a semi-recent episode. I listen to this podcast not for political statements, I have a news podcast for that.

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    P -47 Thunderbolt
    United States3 months ago
  • Goodbye true crime

    I have always listened to true crime podcast. I have found a few airliner podcasts and now I’m hooked. It is all I listen to now and HL is such a great one.

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    jfcarr
    United States3 months ago
  • The ridiculous opening monolog.

    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

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    Michael
    United States4 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

A strong show for aviation nerds and safety professionals.
Some critique Miranda's style but praise Nick's technical depth.
Mixed feelings about humor versus sensitivity around disasters.
Listeners appreciate the detailed, research-backed aviation case studies.

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Episode 343: N8718L/ N825BC
Q: In episode 341, you discussed GA aircraft commonly being owned by LLCs. Why is that?
LLCs help with tax handling, liability protection, and easier financial and maintenance record keeping, especially when planes are owned in partnerships or leased to flight schools.
Episode 324: BEA706
Q: How frequently do US pilots and ATC controllers get re-certified slash retrained?
US pilots and air traffic controllers undergo extensive recurrent training, with controllers typically retraining annually and pilots undergoing regular training, including simulator sessions and on-the-job learning to stay current on procedures.
Episode 307: VJA597
Q: What is ultrasonic inspection and how is it done?
Ultrasonic inspection can be performed without removing airplane parts, using tiny wands that can access various surfaces. A conductive medium like a gel is applied, and the wand generates readings based on signals returned from the material, indicating if it is intact or if there are cracks or corrosion.
Episode 268: 2019 Alaska Mid-air Collision
Q: Could you explain what safety measures are in place to avoid a stall at takeoff and how I can feel more assured during takeoff?
Airplanes are designed to prevent stalling due to automation, and pilots are trained on emergency procedures for dealing with engine failures and stalls. The systems that aircraft use to alert pilots and ensure safe takeoff are robust and prevent occurrences of stalling and engine failures.
Episode 261: RC670
Q: By the time they figured out they had no spoilers, was it too late to do a go-around?
Kind of, as the go-around was not at any point considered in the analysis due to the circumstances.

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- A thoughtful aviation safety podcast that analyzes historical and contemporary air-disaster cases with a focus on root causes, safety improvements, and regulatory changes. Episodes blend technical breakdowns with banter and listener questions, delivering detailed investigations in a accessible way. Notable strengths include thorough research, clear explanations of complex aviation concepts, and a consistent emphasis on lessons learned that have shaped industry practices. Some episodes mix humor with serious analysis, and sponsor integrations are present. Overall, it's well-suited for listeners who want rigorous case studies and practical takeaways for aviation safety and operations.

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