The Fearless Flyer

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The Fearless Flyer

Our podcast is for people who have a fear of flying or, an anxiety associated with being in an aircraft. In our first series (S1), we will take you from the basics about how an aircraft works with an insight as to what is happening and why during a flight, to the stuff you don't see behind the scenes. The aim is to remove the myth of flying and arm you with the knowledge to make you into a Fearless Flyer. We then run a mini-series S2, the first episode is "Going on a Flight," explaining the preparation you should consider before a flight and, talking you through the process and the noises etc you will hear on an actual flight. We will then use the S2 series as an opportunity to update you on what we feel are important events in the industry. We then move onto series 3 (S3), an on-going series discussing historical aviation events, what we learnt from these events and how these lessons were implemented into the aviation industry in order prevent them happening again. These hi

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    S3 E28 Mid-Air Collisions Part 5 Final

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers,Join us for part 5, the last of a discussion about aircraft collisions, Grant and Al discuss an accident in Los Angeles whereby a passenger jet collided with a commuter turbo-prop waiting to takeoff. We then finish with a discussion on the state of Ait Traffic Control in the eastern United States. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S4 E11 There I was with Mark E Part 2

    Send a textAl chats to Mark E about his aviation career in part 2 of 2 of his conversation with Mark. Join Al as he delves into Mark's fascinating career.As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E27 Mid-Air Collisions Part 4 TCAS has limitations

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers,Join us for part 4 with Grant and Al as we discuss the TCAS system in more depth and learn about its low-level limitations, we then finish with a discussion on the collision in Washington between a commuter jet and a helicopter in early 2025. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S4 E10 There I was with Mark E Part 1

    Send a textAl chats to Mark E about his aviation career in part 1 of 2 of his conversation with Mark. Join Al as he delves into Mark's fascinating career.As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E26 Mid-Air Collisions Part 3 Enter New Technology

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers,Join us for part 3 with Grant and Al as we discuss a new form of technology that was being implemented in order to bring a reduction in mid-air collisions. In this episode we focus on a mid-air collision, the result which was subsequently caught on camera and really made people start to question why this was happening and what was being done about it.As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S4 E9 There I was with Sean Part 2

    Send a textHi Fearless Flyers, welcome to, "There I was... with Al." In this episode, Part 2, I continue our discussion with Sean and, we start off with talking about his ejection out of a fast-moving jet then continue with his aviation career and his flying experiences throughout it. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E25 Mid-Air Collisions Part 2 Early Airline days

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers,Join us for part 2 with Grant and Al as we discuss some early mid-air collisions when the airline industry was rapidly expanding and what the industry was doing about it in order to bring a reduction in them. In this episode we focus on some mid-air collisions that occurred in the early days of piston flying going into the jet era.As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S4 E8 There I was with Sean Part 1

    Send a textHi Fearless Flyers, welcome to, "There I was... with Al." In this episode, Part 1, I chat with Sean about his career, leading up to where he had to eject from a fighter jet. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E24 Mid-Air Collisions Part 1 History

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers,We now start a mini-series of four episodes dealing with mid-air collisions. And to help us understand where, why and what can be done about it, we have Al joining us for the next four episodes. Not only is Al a current B777 Captain and CRM instructor, previous to being a pilot he was an Air Traffic Controller. Al also runs series 4, "There I was with AL" here on the The Fearless Flyer podcast.In this episode we look at some mid-air collisions that occurred very early on in the aviation industry.As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S4 E7 Al Interviews Mark Part 2

    Send a textHi Fearless Flyers, welcome to, "There I was... with Al." In this episode, Part 2, I continue our discussion with Mark about his aviation career involving helicopters and fixed in flying, his flying experiences and what he has experienced throughout his career. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E23 Boeing cargo door going

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers, Stefan joins us again as a guest host to discuss the Boeing 747 which he flew for many years. Using his knowledge, we delve into the loss of a Boeing 747 forward cargo door climbing out of Hawaii. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S4 E6 Al interviews Mark Part 1

    Send a textHi Fearless Flyers, welcome to, "There I was... with Al." In this episode, part 1, I talk to Mark about his aviation career involving helicopters, his initial flying experiences and what he has experienced throughout his career, this will be part one of a two-part episode with Mark and the second part will be about his fixed wing career. So join me, Allan, in the middle of every month for a new journey into the fascinating careers of everyday individuals who you rarely get to interact with behind that locked flight deck door.   As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E22 Cargo door not looking good

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers, welcome back to part 2 of the DC10 cargo door fiasco. Stefan also joins us to continue with second part as we try to understand why it was allowed to happen. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S4 E5 Al interviews Shorty Part 2

    Send a textHi Fearless Flyers, welcome to my new series on the Fearless Flyer Podcast, "There I was... with Al." In this episode, part 2 of talking to Shorty about his aviation career, his brushes with the poison, tree branches and what he has experienced throughout his career, the lessons he had learnt and finally asking Shorty, "what makes a good pilot?"So join me, Allan, in the middle of every month for a new journey into the fascinating careers of everyday individuals who you rarely get to interact with behind that locked flight deck door.   As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E21 Cargo door looks good? Part 1

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers, we welcome Stefan onto this episode to discuss what happens when a new aircraft design is pushed too fast by an aircraft manufacturer. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S4 E4 Al interviews Shorty Part 1

    Send a textHi Fearless Flyers, welcome to, "There I was... with Al." In this episode I talk to Shorty about his aviation career, initial flying experiences and what he has experienced throughout his career, this will be part one of a two-part episode talking to Shorty. So join me, Allan, in the middle of every month for a new journey into the fascinating careers of everyday individuals who you rarely get to interact with behind that locked flight deck door.   As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E20 Non-precision approaches no more

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers, we welcome Charlie onto this episode to discuss what was going to be done about all those non-precision approaches that were the cause of many accidents that categorised as controlled flight into terrain. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S4 E3 Al interviews Hennie

    Send a textHi Fearless Flyers, welcome to my new series on the Fearless Flyer Podcast, "There I was... with Al." In this episode I talk to Hennie about his aviation career, initial flying experiences and what he has experienced throughout their career, the lessons he had learnt and finally asking Hennie, "what makes a good pilot?"So join me, Allan, in the middle of every month for a new journey into the fascinating careers of everyday individuals who you rarely get to interact with behind that locked flight deck door.   As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E19 EGPWS saves the day Part 5

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers, we finish our discussion with Adrian about the GPWS with how the Enhanced GPWS saved a flight from disaster.As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S4 E2 Grant interviews Al.... payback!

    Send a textHi Fearless Flyers, welcome to Al's new series on the Fearless Flyer Podcast, "There I was... with Al." Grant will be interviewing Al about his aviation career, his flying experiences and what he has experienced throughout his career, the lessons he has learnt and finally asking Al, "what makes a good pilot." Then episode 3 onwards, join Allan, in the middle of every month for a new journey into the fascinating careers of everyday individuals who you rarely get to interact with behind that locked flight deck door.   As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E18 Situational Awareness on an island Part 4

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers, we continue our discussion with Adrian about the disastrous effects of when flight crew lose their situational awareness, this time the aircraft had GPWS installed but it was still using the basic GPWS, new technology that was available had not yet been mandated into the industry to save this particular flight. This accident led the industry to implementing Don's more advanced version of the GPWS with more urgency.  As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S4 E1 Al interviews Grant

    Send a textHi Fearless Flyers, welcome to my new series on the Fearless Flyer Podcast, "There I was... with Al." I will be interviewing pilots about their aviation careers, their initial flying experiences and what they have experienced throughout their career, the lessons they have learnt and finally asking them what makes a good pilot.So join me, Allan, in the middle of every month for a new journey into the fascinating careers of everyday individuals who you rarely get to interact with behind that locked flight deck door.   As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E17 Situational Awareness around mountains Part 3

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers, we continue our discussion with Adrian about the disastrous effects of when flight crew lose their situational awareness, this time the aircraft had GPWS installed but it was still using basic GPWS, new technology that was available had not yet been mandated into the industry to save this particular flight. Let's listen to what happened as Don and his team that developed the GPWS probably looked upon this particular accident in frustration, in that the regulators were slow to implement their new technology. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E16 Situational Awareness CFIT part 2

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers, we continue our discussion with Adrian about the disastrous effects of when flight crew lose their situational awareness, the good news however was that the regulators had sat up and mandated that new technology be applied to reduce this ongoing issue. And a brilliant avionics engineer Don Bateman and his team would ultimately come to the rescue. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    Series 4 is coming, "There I was... with Al"

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers,We have a new host joining the Fearless Flyer, bringing his own series to the podcast, "Series 4, There I was.... with Al." Al is a Boeing 777 Captain and also a Crew Resource Management (CRM) instructor. In his series he will be chatting to experienced pilot's about their careers, interesting events that had occurred and what was learnt from them and, what gems they can pass on to a new generation of pilots.We plan to drop a new episode on the 15th day of every month starting January 2025, so listen out for a chat with Al and a flying colleague starting in the new year. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E15 Situational Awareness CFIT part 1

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers, in this and the next four episodes we are going to be discussing the disastrous effects of when flight crew lose their situational awareness, the good news however was that a brilliant avionics engineer would ultimately come to the rescue. We are fortunate enough to have Adrian back with us for these episodes, so we hope you enjoy them.As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E14 Zero Flight Controls

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers, in this episode we welcome Al as a guest host, Al has a special interest in CRM and in this particular episode, the pilots used those skills to land an aircraft with absolutely no flight controls.Click here to watch a short video on testing a jet engine and see what happens when a fan blade is intentionally separated whilst the engine is running at high speed. You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E13 Miracle on the Levee

    Send a textHello Fearless Flyers, in this episode we chat about an aircraft that had a complete engine failure and, how the pilots managed to get the aircraft onto the ground in one piece without any injuries or damage to the aircraft itself.A request for our Apple Podcast listeners, if you get the chance could you please write us a small review on apple podcasts reviews. Thank you from James and Grant.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E12 The World's Largest Glider

    Send a textJames and Grant welcome guest host Stefan to discuss what happens when what the largest aircraft in the world turns into the largest glider in the world mid-flight.Click this link to look at the Flight Engineers lament, a humorous 3:30 video about the Flight Engineers position that is no longer part of today's modern aircraft. If you are enjoying our podcast, please leave a short review. If you are not enjoying it, then please also tell us.If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E11 Psycho Automation

    Send a textIn this episode James and Grant discuss what happens when a computer takes control of an aeroplane. If you are enjoying our podcast, please leave a short review. If you are not enjoying it, then please also tell us.If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S1 E7A Turbulence Special Update

    Send a textHi Fearless Flyer podcast listeners, following two recent turbulence events, I wanted to give you a special update to our original turbulence episode.In this special episode we cover what causes high level turbulence, what g forces are, discuss the preliminary report of SQ321 and a few other events, Grant's views on turbulence when you are not in your seat and some more turbulence statistics.  I would also suggest you listen to S1 E7 Turbulence if you have not heard it before listening to this special episode.I hope this episode helps with your concerns or worries about the subject of turbulence and as per usual, feel free to contact us at the below contact points should you want to chat about any concerns or worries you have about turbulence or flying in general.Kind regards to all our listeners, Grant.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E10 Pull Down, Pull Down

    Send a textIn this episode James and Grant have a guest host Adrian joining them to discuss an accident which was too similar to the previous episode on Air Fance 447. Some operators just didn't want to incorporate the lessons learnt from AF447, however we finish on another incident that had a positive outcome, indeed most operators had taken the lessons on board. If you are enjoying our podcast, please leave a short review. If you are not enjoying it, then please also tell us.If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 S9 Chaos.. confusion.. chaos Part 2

    Send a textJames and Grant are your hosts along with Dave as our special guest host for part 2 of  Air France flight 447. Investigators were very good at finding out what happened but with no witnesses and without the flight and cockpit recorders, there was no information about how the tragedy happened. Now with the flight data and cockpit voice recorders, we find out how the tradegy unfolded.If you are enjoying our podcast, please leave a short review. If you are not enjoying it, then please also tell us.If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E8 Chaos.. confusion.. chaos Part 1

    Send a textJames and Grant are your hosts along with Dave as our special guest host for the next two episodes. In this and the next episode we will be talking about Air France flight 447. Investigators were very good at finding out what happened but with no witnesses and without the flight and cockpit recorders, there was no information about how the tragedy happened.If you are enjoying our podcast, please leave a short review. If you are not enjoying it, then please also tell us.If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E7 Random fuel motion

    Send a textJames and Grant talk about the first time the flight data recorders were used in the United Kingdom, to help pinpoint the cause of an accident that had investigators initially quite baffled as to what had happened. Click here to watch an excellent black and white BBC North documentary from 1968 that runs 49 minutes regarding the Stockport crash and how the investigators carried out their analysis as to what happened. If you are enjoying our podcast, please leave a short review. If you are not enjoying it, then please also tell us.If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E6 Vermilion Boxes

    Send a textHello Folk,Our Series 3 Insights, happy 2024 is in order as it was launched on 1 January 2024. Here we chat about historical accidents or incidents, what we learnt from them and how this learning has made the aviation industry safer.If you are enjoying our podcast, please leave a short review. If you are not enjoying it, then please tell us.If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E5 Unstable Gyro

    Send a textHi Folk, we are back with our third series called Insight. We are going to be taking a look at historical accidents and incidents that shaped the aviation industry and, how these events changed the course of the industry leading to what is in essence, a very regulated and safe form of mass transport that we experience today.In this episode we will be discussing the "whirl mode effect," something no one knew anything about during the development of the L188 Electra. The lessons learnt would be implemented into aircraft designs of the future. We then finish our discussion on some bird news.  If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E4 Lightning strikes once

    Send a textHi Folk, we are back with our third series called Insight. We are going to be taking a look at historical accidents and incidents that shaped the aviation industry and, how these events changed the course of the industry leading to what is in essence, a very regulated and safe form of mass transport that we experience today.In this episode we will be discussing the only recorded time lightning has been the sole culprit for an aircraft accident, then we will finish our discussion on some facts about lightning.  If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E3 Unseen metal fatigue

    Send a textHi Folk, We are back with our third series called Insight. We are going to be taking a look at historical accidents and incidents that shaped the aviation industry and, how these events changed the course of the industry leading to what is in essence, a very regulated and safe form of mass transport that we experience today.In this episode we will be discussing a Boeing 707 accident that hardly any of you would have heard about. For had it not happened to this particular aircraft and the unfortunate crew, then it would definitely have happened to another aircraft with possible significant consequences for many more people. If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E2 Comet part 2

    Send a textHi Folk, We are back with our third series called Insight. We are going to be taking a look at historical accidents and incidents that shaped the aviation industry and, how these events changed the course of the industry leading to what is in essence, a very regulated and safe form of mass transport that we experience today.Part 2 of the Comet issues, we look at how these new pressurised cabins affected metal fatigue.James and Gant will once again be your hosts, we will also have some guest hosts along the way. If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 E1 Comet part 1

    Send a textHi Folk, We are back with our third series called Insights. We are going to be taking a look at historical accidents and incidents that shaped the aviation industry and, how these events changed the course of the industry leading to what is in essence, a very regulated and safe form of mass transport that we experience today.In this episode we discuss the takeoff issues of the very first passenger jet aircraft ever produced.James and Gant will once again be your hosts, we will also have some guests along the way. If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S2 V2 Going on a flight

    Send a textHi Guy's.Due to some great feedback, we've updated this episode of Going on a Flight, the main changes are the addition of some of the noises you will hear. The time markers have been amended accordingly. In this episode we take you on a flight, well more to the point we talk to you about the flight you are going to go on. We will explain our thoughts on the preparation in the days before, talk to you as your flight day progresses with what is going on and give you some top tips to think about.We have included 12 time chapter markers with the chapters here as well so you can easily go to the segment time in minutes and seconds of the episode that relates to where you are on your journey.1:07  Preparation3:12  Day before the flight5:01  Day of the flight8:00  Security & Passport control10:01  Orientation from the boarding gate11:47  Boarding time17:00  Pusback19:11  Takeoff21:52  Cruising time23:58  Descent29:06  Landing30:34  Hello bagsYou can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S3 Insights

    Send a textJames and Grant want to welcome you to Series 3 Insights from the Fearless Flyer.  This is where we will be discussing historical accidents and incidents and, how these events changed the course of the aviation industry, thereby making it safer for the travelling public today.  As per usual we welcome your feedback and ideas, you can get in touch with us at any of the media options below:You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S1 E40 Summary of Series 1

    Send a textHi Folk,We've come to the end of series one of the Fearless Flyer. In this episode James and Grant discuss some of the statistics of the most listened to episodes to date in this series, look at some of the issues going on in the industry at the moment and, we finish up with what our plans are for the next two series of our podcast.A big thanks to all our guest's and, you the listeners who have participated even by simply listening or sharing our podcast with other folk, it has been much appreciated.As per usual we welcome your feedback and ideas, you can get in touch with us at any of the media options below:You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S1 E39 Regulatory stuff and crazy measuring units

    Send a textWe discuss The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and why it is more of a guide to aviation policy rather than policing aviation, IATA which is a group of aviation businesses involved in influencing aviation policy. We chat about all the different units of measurement used in aviation, talk about the airborne motorway system across the north Atlantic and finish talking briefly about airport design.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S1 E38 Media Sensationalism

    Send a textIn this episode James and Grant talk to Al and Dave about their experiences and views on the exaggeration and sensationalism that occurs in the media.  The conversations led us "off-piste" on some interesting statistics and a great discussion ensued on why we sometimes have to break off the landing.... the go-around.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodt!A request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S1 E37 Terrorism & Pesky passengers

    Send a textIn this episode James & Grant discuss terrorism, pilot suicide and pesky passengers.As per usual feel free to contact us, if you are enjoying the podcast then please leave us a review.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S1 E36 Maintaining My Aircraft

    Send a textIn this episode we discuss aircraft maintenance, and we were fortunate enough to have Glenn join us who has many years experience as an Aircraft Engineer. You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod  A request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    S1 E35 Jet-lag & Crew Limits

    Send a textIn this episode James and Grant discuss jet lag and go on to discuss the flight time limitation scheme (FTL) that is in place to reduce crew fatigue.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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    Hello to The Fearless Flyer

    Send a textWelcome to The Fearless Flyer. James and Grant are your hosts, lets have listen to what they've got to say....You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: [email protected]: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodA request for help from Apple podcast users: Our podcast does not register in the fear of flying search options for Apple podcast users, the only way it can get recognised is with Apple folk providing reviews. Therefore, if you are enjoying the show, would you please be so kind as to write us a quick review. Your help is much appreciated.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Our podcast is for people who have a fear of flying or, an anxiety associated with being in an aircraft. In our first series (S1), we will take you from the basics about how an aircraft works with an insight as to what is happening and why during a flight, to the stuff you don't see behind the scenes. The aim is to remove the myth of flying and arm you with the knowledge to make you into a Fearless Flyer. We then run a mini-series S2, the first episode is "Going on a Flight," explaining the preparation you should consider before a flight and, talking you through the process and the noises etc you will hear on an actual flight. We will then use the S2 series as an opportunity to update you on what we feel are important events in the industry. We then move onto series 3 (S3), an on-going series discussing historical aviation events, what we learnt from these events and how these lessons were implemented into the aviation industry in order prevent them happening again. These hi

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Your Hosts Grant, Al & James

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