Flight Safety Detectives
Education & Explainer
About
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.
Episodes
- Focus on Aviation Mechanics - Episode 327
Todd Curtis and John Goglia discuss aviation mechanics, including the AMC MRO maintenance competition, mechanic shortages, and career opportunities. They also provide an update on a recent accident at LaGuardia airport.
- What Really Went Wrong at LaGuardia Airport - Episode 326
Flight Safety Detectives investigate a 2026 collision at LaGuardia Airport involving an Air Canada regional jet and a fire truck. They examine factors such as radar visibility, transponders, runway lighting, and color vision that may have…
- Airport User Fees Reshape Aviation Safety- Episode 325
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives explores the potential impact of controversial landing fee increases at two airports in Mesa, Arizona, on flight schools, pilot training, and overall aviation safety. The hosts discuss how these loc…
- Aviation Industry Facing Critical Shortage- Episode 324
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives addresses the critical shortage of aviation mechanics. Todd Curtis and John Goglia discuss the causes, such as an aging workforce and increased demand for air travel, and the impact on the aviation…
- Behind the Scenes of a Real Aviation Accident Investigation - Episode 323
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives takes you inside the critical first day of a National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigation. Greg Feith, John Goglia, and Todd Curtis use a runway collision at LaGuardia Airport as a case…
- LaGuardia Crash Breaking News - Episode 322
Flight Safety Detectives discuss the early facts related to the fatal collision between an Air Canada plane and a fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport. They compare the event to past incidents and discuss the politicization of the NT…
- Air Safety Measure Becomes Ground Danger - Episode 321
This episode discusses the dangers posed by Ballistic Recovery Systems (BRS) in aircraft after an accident, as highlighted by an NTSB safety alert. It covers how BRS works, real incidents that prompted the alert, and the risks to first res…
- Loss of Power Leads to Ice Landing - Episode 320
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives discusses a training flight incident where a Cessna 172 experienced engine power loss over the Hudson River. The pilots performed an emergency landing on ice, surviving the incident.
- Who Controls the Story When a Plane Crashes? - Episode 319
Todd Curtis and John Goglia discuss how information is controlled after a plane crash. They use a 2003 Beech 1900 crash as an example, where John led the NTSB investigation and navigated media speculation.
- FSD Live February 23 2026 - Episode 318
Flight Safety Detectives Greg Feith, Todd Curtis, and John Goglia answer aviation safety questions. They discuss TWA Flight 800, the Bangor plane crash, and the influence of corporate media on NTSB findings.
- What Did Steven Spielberg Get Right About UFO Encounters in the Cockpit? - Episode 317
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives examines the iconic air traffic control scene in "Close Encounters of the Third Kind." Host Todd Curtis analyzes the film's depiction of UFO encounters and compares it to real-world incidents, inclu…
- Questions Unanswered in Piper Navajo Crash - Episode 316
Flight Safety Detectives discuss a fatal Piper Navajo crash where the NTSB cited spatial disorientation as the probable cause. They raise questions about possible fuel system problems and the pilot's pre-flight actions and rest, suggesting…
- Plane Crashes Lead to Complex Investigations - Episode 315
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives examines two complex aviation accident investigations: TWA Flight 800 and the 2002 crash of a Cessna 208B. The hosts, John Goglia and Todd Curtis, were directly involved in the TWA Flight 800 invest…
- First Look at Deadly Bangor Plane Crash - Episode 314
John Goglia and Greg Feith of Flight Safety Detectives offer initial findings on the Bangor Bombardier Challenger 600 crash. They discuss investigative steps, including deicing, fluid use, and runway conditions that could have been factors.
- General Aviation Accident Data Mixed Messages - Episode 313
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives examines general aviation accident data from the FAA and NTSB. Todd Curtis and John Goglia discuss discrepancies between the data sources and highlight the General Aviation Joint Safety Committee (G…
- Hawker Stalls Lead to Surprising NTSB Advisory - Episode 312
The NTSB has issued an advisory concerning dangerous stall tendencies in several Hawker jet models. This advisory follows findings from two fatal Hawker jet crashes that occurred during post-maintenance test flights.
- Aviation Safety Deep-Dive - Your Comments Answered - Episode 311
Todd Curtis and John Goglia answer listener questions about aviation safety. They discuss the TWA 800 investigation, NTSB representatives, taxiway issues, media influence on accident investigations, and updates on the Louisville crash.
- Crisis Communication for Airlines - Episode 310
This episode features crisis communication expert Linda Tavlin, who discusses effective communication strategies for airlines during major accidents and crises. She shares insights from her 35 years of experience, reflecting on past incide…
- Real Time Reporting on an Emergency Airworthiness Directive - Episode 309
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives covers an emergency airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency. It details the grounding of thousands of aircraft for a flight control computer check and the logistical ch…
- Biffle Citation Crash Facts and Problematic Conflict- Episode 308
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives discusses the crash of a Cessna Citation that killed former NASCAR champion Greg Biffle, his family, and three others. The hosts analyze the accident, aircraft maintenance, and potential conflicts o…
- Xyla Foxlin on Pilot Mental Health - Episode 307
Xyla Foxlin discusses pilot mental health with the Flight Safety Detectives. She details her personal journey through the FAA medical certification process and her work with the Pilot Mental Health Campaign to advocate for changes in how p…
- UPS Crash Updates, Basic Med Clarified, Mental Health in Aviation - Episode 306
This episode provides updates on recent issues in aviation safety, including UPS crash updates, Basic Med rules, and the Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025. The hosts answer viewer questions and discuss current accidents and incidents.
- Examining a Rash of Endeavor CRJ Ground Collisions - Episode 305
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives investigates the NTSB preliminary report concerning a ground collision between a Delta A350 and an Endeavor CRJ in Atlanta. The discussion includes contributing factors like crew distractions and li…
- Digging Into the Data on Aviation Risks - Episode 304
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives features an analysis of aviation safety risks and data with expert Mike Borfitz. The discussion includes misleading data related to high-profile aviation incidents, the roles of manufacturers and th…
- UPS Crash Facts Examined - Episode 303
The Flight Safety Detectives discuss the NTSB preliminary accident report on the November 4, 2025, crash of a UPS MD-11F. They examine the details of the fatal plane crash and compare it to a 1979 American Airlines DC-10 crash.
- Older Pilots at Risk? Plus UAP Reporting News - Episode 302
The FAA has updated its policy for reporting Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). The episode also examines two fatal accidents in which pilot medical conditions and age may have been factors, raising questions about BasicMed certificat…
- Safety in Aircraft Design, Mental Health, Pilot Training - Episode 301
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives covers aviation safety topics. The hosts answer viewer questions about aircraft design, mental health for professionals, and pilot training.
- FAA & Aviation Maintenance Disconnects - Episode 300
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives features a discussion on FAA and aviation maintenance disconnects. Guests include maintenance professionals and aviation experts discussing regulations and standards.
- LaGuardia Regional Airliners Collide on Taxiway - Episode 299
Flight Safety Detectives Greg Feith, Todd Curtis, and John Goglia discuss a ground collision between two regional airliners at LaGuardia Airport. They provide insights into the incident, including potential causes such as airport congestio…
- Missing Logbooks, Missing Answers in Night Flight Tragedy - Episode 298
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives explores a fatal night flight crash. The hosts discuss unanswered questions regarding missing pilot logbooks and the NTSB's probable cause determination.
- Multiple Errors Lead to Helicopter Crash - Episode 297
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives discusses a fatal helicopter crash in Australia during a crocodile egg collection mission. The accident was attributed to multiple errors, including the pilot's decision to not refuel and improper o…
- Air India Crash & Washington National Crash Latest Details - Episode 296
This episode features John Goglia, Todd Curtis, and Greg Feith discussing aviation safety headlines. They cover developments in the Air India and Washington National crash investigations, as well as Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) r…
- Deadly Consequences of Deferred Aircraft Maintenance - Episode 295
The Flight Safety Detectives discuss deferred aircraft maintenance, referencing a fatal 2024 crash of a Beechcraft Duke with visible landing gear damage, fuel system contamination, and engine issues. The pilot attempted to fly despite ampl…
- Evolution Revo LSA Fatal Plane Crash - Episode 294
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives discusses the fatal 2024 Evolution Revo light sport aircraft crash. The hosts examine unanswered questions from the NTSB report, including the CFI's failure to attach a key support cable and potenti…
- CFIs Bad Choices Turn Deadly - Episode 293
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives examines a fatal accident in September 2023 involving a flight instructor and student, where the CFI's inappropriate behavior and disregard for safety protocols led to the crash. The hosts also disc…
- Digging Deeper into the Drone Swarm Event - Episode 292
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives discusses a drone swarm event near an airliner, including insights on FAA regulations, cockpit cameras, and the stigma of reporting unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). They also examine risks as…
- Controlled Substances & Mental Health Impacts on Aviation Safety - Episode 291
Flight Safety Detectives hosts John Goglia, Todd Curtis, and Greg Feith discuss a fatal R44 helicopter crash in Australia. They examine how controlled substances and mental health issues can impact aviation safety, discussing how personal…
- Risky Choices Kill Overconfident Pilot - Episode 290
Flight Safety Detectives discuss the latest information on Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. They also examine a 2023 helicopter crash in Australia where an overconfident pilot flew at night without proper equipment, experience, or judgment, l…
- 40+ Reportable Aviation Events in 12 Days & NTSB Reports Fall Short - Episode 289
The Flight Safety Detectives discuss a high number of aviation events and criticize NTSB reports for inadequacy. They analyze specific accident investigations, highlighting the need for thorough root cause analysis.
- Strange High-Altitude Encounters Get Stranger - Episode 288
The Flight Safety Detectives investigate two high-altitude encounters over New Mexico and Arizona that were initially reported as drone sightings by airline crews. Further investigation suggests these incidents may be Unidentified Anomalou…
- Fuel & Fatal Choices - Lessons from July SR22T Crash - Episode 287
This episode of Flight Safety Detectives discusses a fatal SR22T crash involving pilot decisions, electrical issues, and fuel exhaustion. It also touches on emergency exit procedures during aircraft incidents.
- DC Midair Collision Gets Hearing - Episode 286
The NTSB held a 3-day hearing on a January 2025 midair collision. Flight Safety Detectives Greg Feith, John Goglia, and Todd Curtis share their takeaways from the hearing, which focused on FAA and Army procedures, NTSB recommendations, and…
- Live from Oshkosh! - Episode 285
Flight Safety Detectives hosts John Goglia, Greg Feith, and Todd Curtis discuss AirVenture 2025 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. They cover the variety of aircraft and people from across the aviation industry present at the event.
- AAIB Causes Bigger Mess in Air India Investigation - Episode 284
The Flight Safety Detectives discuss the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's (AAIB) investigation into the Air India crash. They analyze the preliminary report and the AAIB's appeal for the public to stop speculating about the cause,…
- Bad Pilot Decisions Kills 6 - Episode 283
In this episode, the Flight Safety Detectives discuss a Cessna Citation crash that killed six people. The hosts, John Goglia and Todd Curtis, explore how pilot decision-making led to the accident, focusing on risky choices made during the…
- Aviation Safety and UAPs in Space - Episode 282
Dr. Gregory Rodgers discusses his experiences with NASA's space shuttle program, including efforts to improve safety and a fictional novel he wrote about a damaged shuttle. He also shares details of a flight test involving a disc-shaped ve…
- Air India Investigation Facts and Logic Must Prevail - Episode 281
The Flight Safety Detectives discuss the Air India preliminary report, addressing listener questions. They analyze the facts regarding the engine shutdown, focusing on the actions of the flight crew and the aircraft's technology.
- Who Turned Off the Engines?!?- Episode 280
The Flight Safety Detectives discuss the preliminary report on a fatal Air India 787 crash where the engines were shut down shortly after takeoff. They note omissions and vague statements in the report, raising questions about the incident…
- Experts Raise Alarm Over Air India 787 Crash Investigation Ahead of Preliminary Report - Episode 279
The Flight Safety Detectives discuss concerns regarding the investigation into the Air India 787 crash. They highlight irregularities such as the limited involvement of key parties and the lack of publicly released information.
- Air India Crash and 737 Max Plug Door Blowout Updates - Episode 278
This episode updates on the Air India crash investigation, focusing on flight data recorders. It also covers the NTSB\