The Aviatrix

On June 12, Air India Flight 171 took off from Ahmedabad, India, heading to London, and crashed in less than a minute.Moments after one of the pilots made the emergency call 'Mayday,' the plane crashed into a residential neighborhood in western India. Only one passenger survived. Shortly after, the black boxes were found, and the cockpit recordings revealed one haunting question: Who shut down the engines and why?The initial report, which was supposed to provide answers, only raised more questions.So what really happened? Was it a technical malfunction, human error, or something else entirely?For lectures and episode requests:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adva-amir-3bb2a6136/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/advamir/Instagram: @amiradva

Ever wondered why flight attendants insist on upright seats for takeoff and landing? In this episode, I will break down the safety science behind this rule and will share real-life examples like Air France Flight 358. Plus, a behind-the-scenes peek at what pilots are doing during these critical phases. Straighten your seat, we are about to take off!

What happens during a medical emergency mid-flight? In this episode, I explain how airline crews handle in-flight crises, from life-saving tools to real-time consultations with doctors on the ground. She shares real stories, including a choking passenger, a mid-flight birth, and a peanut allergy scare. Tune in for an inside look at how the crew manages emergencies over the ocean!Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adva-amir-3bb2a6136/

Can a passenger plane really land on water? Join me as I break down the legendary "Miracle on the Hudson" and the incredible skill, split-second decisions, and sheer nerve it took to make that landing. Real-life aviation at its finest. So, fasten your seatbelt, we are taking off!

Why do flights feel like an arctic expedition? Is it really about safety, or is there something else going on? And what can you do to actually stay warm up there?

In this episode, I'm busting six of the biggest myths people believe about pilots and aviation! From whether pilots need perfect vision to why turbulence isn't as scary as it seems, I’m here to set the record straight.