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ANG073

December 2, 2025

On September 28, 2018, An Air Niugini 737 is trying to land in Port Moresby, but they end up in the water. What caused this unintentional ditching?

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In Company Failures, Pilot Failures Tags Air Niugini, Flight 73, 737, Pilot Error, company failure, Training Failure
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VH-NGA

October 14, 2025

On November 18, 2009, an air ambulance flight is flying toward Norfolk Island to refuel for their trip to Melbourne, but they never make it. What caused this flight to have a watery end?

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In ATC Failures, Pilot Failures Tags Pel-Air Westwind, Ditching, Pilot Error, company failure
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EZY6074

September 2, 2025

On September 15, 2006, An EasyJet flight is traveling to Bristol, but they experience some issues. What caused this flight to have problems on their way to their final destination?

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In Mechanical Failures, Company Failures Tags EasyJet, Flight 6074, Mechanical Failure, Mid-air Collision, company failure
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G-WNSB

January 21, 2025

On 23 August 2013, an AS332 L2 Super Puma helicopter crashed into the sea near Lerwick Airport. What factors have contributed to this tragic sea crash?

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In Company Failures, Pilot Failures Tags G-WSNB, Super Puma, Helicopter, Pilot Error, Company Error, company failure
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PM458

September 3, 2024

On February 21, 1982, a Pilgrim Airlines Twin Otter is flying to Boston from New York, but the aircraft catches on fire. What caused this flight to ignite and crash?

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In Mechanical Failures, Company Failures Tags Pilgram Airlines, Mechanical Failure, Rubbing alcohol, Rhode Island, company failure
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