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Out of Fuel at 41,000 Feet: The Gimli Glider Miracle

Out of Fuel at 41,000 Feet: The Gimli Glider Miracle

Update: 2024-11-17
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Imagine cruising at 41,000 feet when the engines suddenly go silent. What happens next is a story of remarkable skill, human error, and a touch of luck. Join us on Lost Flights as we unravel the incredible tale of Air Canada Flight 143, better known as the Gimli Glider. In this episode, you'll discover how a metric conversion mistake left a state-of-the-art Boeing 767 without fuel mid-flight and how two pilots, armed with experience and ingenuity, turned a potential catastrophe into a miraculous landing. From the tense moments in the cockpit to the unexpected surprise on the runway, this is an aviation story you won't forget. Subscribe and buckle up for the journey into the skies above Manitoba.

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Out of Fuel at 41,000 Feet: The Gimli Glider Miracle

Out of Fuel at 41,000 Feet: The Gimli Glider Miracle

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