Flight Safety Detectives
flightsafetydetectives
SummaryEver wonder what really happens behind the headline-grabbing aviation incidents you see on the news? Flight Safety Detectives invites you into the investigation room with John Goglia and Greg Feith, two legendary former NTSB investigators with a lifetime of experience dissecting the mechanics of flight. This isn't just a dry analysis of technical reports; it is a deep dive into the human decisions, mechanical failures, and systemic lapses that shape the world of aviation. In each episode, the hosts bridge the gap between complex industry data and practical, life-saving knowledge. Whether they are uncovering the risks of undocumented aircraft parts, debating the role of artificial intelligence in the cockpit, or providing post-mortems on tragic general aviation accidents, the Detectives prioritize the facts. They move beyond speculation to analyze flight paths, fuel management challenges, and the cultural pressures that push pilots to their limits. The show stands out for its investigative rigor and its commitment to safety education. By exploring real-world ASRS reports and conducting live research, John and Greg turn professional investigation techniques into accessible insights for pilots, enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the complexities of air travel. It is a candid, serious, and deeply informative look at how the aviation industry learns—or fails to learn—from its past. If you value transparency and expert-led safety, this is your front-row seat to the truth behind the flight deck.
Updated Jul 8, 2026
Episodes
Three People Die in One Tragic Flight - Episode 336
A newly minted private pilot and two passengers died in a tragic crash raising questions about night flight planning.
Aviation Misadventures Explored in June Livestream Recording - Episode 335
Analyze recent aviation mishaps including runway incursions and fatal crashes to improve flight safety and judgment.
Aviation Investigations Uncover the Full Story - Episode 334
Prevent fuel exhaustion by ditching assumptions and performing thorough pre-flight inspections every single time.
Student Pilot Runs Out of Fuel - Episode 333
A student pilot duo survives a nighttime forced landing on a highway after running out of fuel during a cross-country.
Real Time Research into Unapproved Plane Parts - Episode 332
Dig into the database with us to reveal how unapproved or undocumented parts and fake components enter aviation.
Can AI Improve Aviation Safety? - Episode 331
Leverage AI to analyze aviation safety data and transform complex incident reports into actionable training insights.
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