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Air Disasters

Air Disasters

The disaster is only the beginning of the story.

2011Returning Series24 Seasons274 Episodes8.2TMDB
Smithsonian Channel

Catastrophic incidents in aviation history are meticulously reenacted, providing insight into what went wrong and if the crashes and near-disasters could have been prevented. Accounts from survivors combine with cockpit recordings and computer images to weave the gripping tales, and expert testimony reveals the hows and whys behind the events, some of which have resulted in important changes to aviation safety and regulations.

Created by: André Barro, Bernard Vaillot
Season 18 · Episode 1

Cockpit Failure

Sep 25, 2022·44m

The pilots of Crossair Flight 3597 struggle on their approach to Zurich Airport, hampered by bad weather, an understaffed control tower, and a runway using antiquated equipment. By the time they decide to abort the landing, it's too late. The plane plunges into a hillside, killing 24 of the 33 on board. It's Switzerland's worst air disaster in over a decade and investigators are pressured to find answers fast. What they discover is a series of errors that will lead to sweeping changes to the airport and to the airline.

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When did Air Disasters Season 18 Episode 1 air?

Air Disasters Season 18 Episode 1 aired on September 25, 2022.

How long is Air Disasters Season 18 Episode 1?

This episode runs for approximately 44 minutes.

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