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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2025 · 17 MIN

Survival at 35,000 Feet: A True Story

from Uncovered Investigates · host One Love Studios

This episode recounts the harrowing story of FedEx Flight 705, which faced a violent hijacking attempt on April 7, 1994. The crew members, Captain David Sanders, First Officer Jim Tucker, and Engineer Andy Peterson, displayed extraordinary resilience and courage as they fought against the hijacker, Auburn Calloway, who was armed and intent on taking control of the aircraft. The struggle lasted nearly 30 minutes, culminating in a miraculous landing back at Memphis International Airport. The aftermath left lasting scars on the crew, both physically and psychologically, but their story serves as a testament to the power of human will and survival.

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This episode recounts the harrowing story of FedEx Flight 705, which faced a violent hijacking attempt on April 7, 1994. The crew members, Captain David Sanders, First Officer Jim Tucker, and Engineer Andy Peterson, displayed extraordinary resilience and courage as they fought against the hijacker, Auburn Calloway, who was armed and intent on taking control of the aircraft. The struggle lasted nearly 30 minutes, culminating in a miraculous landing back at Memphis International Airport. The aftermath left lasting scars on the crew, both physically and psychologically, but their story serves as a testament to the power of human will and survival.

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