Ep. 1835 - Pilots Saw This Disaster Coming. No One Listened.
Summary
Matt Walsh investigates the Miami crash of a 21 Air cargo plane, arguing that pilot incompetence and the airline’s history of hiring unqualified foreign pilots caused the disaster. He highlights FAA exemptions allowing 21 Air to self-certify pilots and cites industry forums warning of the carrier’s poor safety record. Walsh also criticizes the aviation industry’s culture of secrecy, noting that pilots who cause near-misses often avoid accountability through self-reporting programs.
Topics discussed
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Introduction to 21 Air crash and pilot incompetence
Analysis of unstable approach and landing footage
Radar data, wind conditions, and altitude errors
Failure to execute go-around and pilot responsibility
Radio communications and foreign accents
FAA letter allowing 21 Air to self-certify pilots
21 Air pilot demographics and rapid growth
Pilot forum complaints about 21 Air training
Comparison to Atlas Air Houston crash
NTSB report on Atlas Air pilot disorientation
Further pilot complaints and Newark incident
Allegations of drug smuggling and strike busting
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CargoJet ownership and regulatory loopholes
Call for public disclosure of pilot identities
United Airlines near-miss and self-reporting immunity
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DEI hiring practices and American Airlines near-miss
Systemic aviation risks and conclusion
Clip: Campus protest and security response
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