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Air India Flight 171: Let’s Pump the Brakes
There’s a lot of noise out there. Before jumping to conclusions, let’s take a moment to understand a few things about the Air India investigation.
3 Questions w/Phil: The Rehearsal
Many people are discussing the aviation safety topics covered in Season 2 of The Rehearsal. Here I answer 3 questions I've received related to it.
My Secret MH370 Theory
It’s a secret because I’ll never share it publicly. Here’s why.
Too Safe for Our Own Good: The Loop of Aviation Safety and Complacency
Our impeccable safety record has an unintended consequence, and it’s our biggest threat. A shift in training could keep hard-learned lessons from…
Two Months into 2025: Are Plane Crashes Really On the Rise?
Everyone is telling you everything. Let’s cut through the noise, break down the numbers, and focus on what actually matters for your safety.
When a Crash Isn’t a Tragedy: Aviation Safety Continues to Find Wins
Survivability still reigns, and there are heroes in the cabin to thank.
Is It Safe to Fly These Days?
You're not alone in asking. Let's unpack why I wouldn't hesitate to get on an aircraft these days.
It’s Been 1 Day Since the Last Workplace Accident
We are all waking up heartbroken, hoping it was just a bad dream. Here are my thoughts on how we can take our next steps forward.
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