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Brasher Warning: Exploring the Skies, One Close Call at a Time: Take a deep dive into the intense world of aviation incidents with Brasher Warning, a podcast that explores the stories behind near misses, full-blown accidents, and everything in between. As a busy Chicago-based air traffic controller, husband, and father of two amazing girls, my time is limited, but my passion for aviation safety has never wavered. Thanks to cutting-edge AI, I’ve discovered a way to bring this passion back into my life—and now, into yours. Each episode unpacks real-life aviation events using detailed reports, including those from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), weaving them into seamless, digestible narratives. Whether on my way to work, during a quick break, or while I’m getting ready for the day, AI allows me to analyze mountains of data and transform it into compelling stories that inform and entertain. And now I’m sharing that with you. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, a curious traveler, or someone who just loves a good story, this podcast balances the serious nature of aviation incidents with engaging, witty storytelling. It’s all about learning from mistakes, breaking down complex crash investigations, and making sense of the skies—all without the need for a human host. So sit back, relax, and let AI take the controls as we explore the world of aviation incidents like never before. From my busy life to yours, welcome to Brasher Warning.
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Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
What happens when overconfidence meets poor decision-making? On November 9, 2014, a Learjet 35A operated by Diplomat Aviation (Bahamas) Ltd. crashed during its second approach to Freeport International Airport in Grand Bahama. The result: nine lives lost, and a chain of failures that shook the aviation community.
In this pulse-pounding episode of Brasher Warning, we dive into the troubling details of this avoidable tragedy. Discover how procedural noncompliance, disabling critical safety systems like Terrain Awareness and Warning Systems (TAWS), and ineffective Crew Resource Management (CRM) led to the crew descending below minimum safe altitudes in poor weather, striking a crane, and crashing into a recycling facility.
This episode isn’t just a cautionary tale—it’s a call to action for pilots, operators, and regulators. Learn how gaps in training, oversight, and decision-making contributed to this devastating accident, and what steps must be taken to prevent similar tragedies. Tune in for an engaging, emotional, and deeply informative look at the Learjet crash that could have—and should have—been avoided.
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