In this episode of AIRLINE DISASTERS, we explore the devastating crash of Swissair Flight 111, a tragedy that claimed 229 lives and raised serious questions about in-flight fire safety. On September 2, 1998, the McDonnell Douglas MD-11 en route from New York to Geneva experienced an in-flight fire that spread rapidly through the cockpit, leading to the loss of control and the eventual crash into the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Nova Scotia.We’ll dive into the investigation that uncovered the origin of the fire, faulty wiring in the entertainment system, and how flammable materials played a fatal role. This episode will also examine the significant changes in aircraft safety protocols, material standards, and emergency procedures that were introduced in the wake of this disaster. Join us as we remember the victims and discuss how the tragic lessons from Swissair Flight 111 reshaped aviation safety.