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EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 21 MIN

ExecJet 901: Citation Latitude vs. 4 Deer (ATC Breakdown)

from The Black Box Aviation Podcast · host The Black Box

What happens when a mid-sized business jet hits a herd of deer at 100 MPH? 🎧In this episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike analyze the recent emergency involving ExecJet Flight 901 out of North Palm Beach County (F45). We break down the real-time ATC audio as the crew deals with airframe damage, fuel gauge failure, and the high-stakes decision to keep the landing gear down.Key highlights in this episode:Controllability & Gear Strategy: Why retracting the gear after a strike can be a fatal mistake.The Citation Latitude (680A): A look at the performance specs that helped this jet climb to safety.South Florida Airspace: Navigating an emergency in one of the busiest sectors in the world.Wildlife Hazards: Real stories of deer and alligator encounters on the runway.Follow the show for more deep dives into aviation emergencies and pilot insights!#Aviation #ATC #PilotLife #CitationLatitude #ExecJet #FlightSafety #Podcast

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