Stripped Jack Screws and Silent Engines

Alaska Airlines Flight 261 crashed after a stripped jack screw caused catastrophic control failure, with maintenance negligence and faulty repair procedures contributing to the disaster. The crew perished due to a lack of design redundancy in the aircraft.In contrast, Air Transat Flight 236 suffered a ruptured fuel line from maintenance errors, yet the pilots managed a record-breaking emergency glide to safety despite confusing computerized warnings.Both incidents highlight how small errors in maintenance can escalate into life-or-death situations, underscoring the need for strict regulation, careful oversight, and the courage to report safety issues.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/