Gimli Glider and the Haunted Autopilot

Two landmark aviation accidents show how human error and mechanical issues can intersect with dramatic consequences.In one case, a newly delivered Boeing 767 runs out of fuel mid-flight due to a metric conversion mistake, forcing the pilots to perform a daring glider-style landing on a former military runway. In the other, a Lockheed TriStar crashes into the Everglades after the crew becomes distracted by a burnt-out cockpit light, inadvertently disengaging the autopilot while troubleshooting.Both incidents reveal how seemingly minor oversights can escalate into disaster. They also inspire the widespread adoption of Crew Resource Management, emphasizing better communication and coordination in the cockpit. These cases underscore how aviation safety evolves through lessons learned from both tragedy and miraculous survival.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/Air_Crash_ChroniclesProduced by Podcai Studio:https://www.podcaistudio.com/