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The Black Box Aviation Podcast
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The Black Box Aviation Podcast

The Black Box Aviation Podcast dives deep into the world of aviation with insights from seasoned pilots and industry experts. Explore thrilling stories, safety discussions, and the intricacies of flying, all while unraveling the mysteries of flight.

Red Flag Captains, Hotel Breakfast Disasters & Why You Should NEVER Use Hand Dryers
The Black Box Aviation Podcast
Red Flag Captains, Hotel Breakfast Disasters & Why You Should NEVER Use Hand Dryers

Recent Episodes

Nov. 10, 2026

Red Flag Captains, Hotel Breakfast Disasters & Why You Should NEVER Use Hand Dryers

Pilots Mike & Tom swap layover stories from the road: freezing in Alaska while the other just got back from Hawaii, a peanut-allergy lockdown at the gate, a first-class meltdown, the captain who tells you he's "really laid back" (red flag?), the B-52 and F-15 guys, an iPad that wasn't there, a $250-an-hour IndyCar simulator, a gas station Subway, the worst hotel breakfast of all time, and why you should never use airport hand dryers.Which red flag would make YOU turn around at the crew room? Tel
Nov. 2, 2026

Learjet 60 Crash: Extreme Weather, High-Altitude Icing & A Pilot’s Terrifying Day in Florida

Tom and Mike unpack the Learjet 60 crash in Florida, exploring severe storms, high-altitude icing and the flight-safety lessons.
Oct. 27, 2026

Donnie Wahlberg’s Rejected Takeoff: Runway Overrun, Pilot Decision-Making & Aviation Safety

Tom and Mike break down Donnie Wahlberg’s reported rejected takeoff, from runway overrun and V1 decisions to cockpit checklists and aviation safety.
Oct. 20, 2026

Drone Warfare, Laser Strikes & Airline Safety: What Pilots Need to Know | Black Box Aviation Podcast

Tom and Mike explore aviation threats from drones, laser strikes and modern warfare, plus a nighttime landing that tested situational awareness.
Oct. 13, 2026

War Zone Flying, GPS Jamming & Pilot Fatigue: Inside a Dangerous Istanbul Arrival | Black Box Aviation Podcast

Tom and Mike unpack a demanding Istanbul arrival amid GPS interference, pilot fatigue and global conflict, exploring the challenges for flight crews.
Oct. 6, 2026

FlyDubai Cockpit Attack: New Crash Revelations, Pilot Security & Aviation Safety | Black Box Aviation

🚨 FLYDUBAI COCKPIT ATTACK — NEW REVELATIONS & AVIATION SAFETY CONCERNS What happens when the biggest threat to an airliner may come from inside the cockpit? On this episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike break down the latest revelations surrounding the FlyDubai incident, including the reported cockpit attack, concerns about pilot background screening, cockpit security, the use of a crash axe, and how the crew fought to regain control of the aircraft. The discussion rai

Recent Blog Posts

Nov. 11, 2026

Alaska and Hawaiian Pilots Finally Have a Joint Contract Deal. Here's What's in It.

It took more than 600 days, but Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines pilots finally have a joint contract to vote on. On Nov. 11, the union leadership for both pilot groups, the Alaska and Hawaiian Master Executive Councils of the Air Line Pilots A…
Nov. 10, 2026

Why Airline Pilots Avoid Airport Hand Dryers and What To Use Instead

When navigating high-traffic terminal facilities between flights, frequent flyers and airline crew members quickly learn which public amenities to embrace and which ones to desperately avoid. While travelers assume high-powered electric hand dryers …
Nov. 10, 2026

Dulles Opens Concourse E Today: 14 New United Gates, a Massive New Club, and No Mobile Lounge Ride

If you've ever connected through Washington Dulles, you know the drill: the long walks, the AeroTrain, and, depending on your gate, a ride on one of the airport's famous mobile lounges. Starting today, United flyers get a new option. Concourse E, th…

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