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#361 Air Crash Investigation with Karl Scammel from Air Accidents Investigation Branch

Pete Wakefield Season 5 Episode 361

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Today we are speaking Air Crash Investigation with Karl Scammel from Air Accidents Investigation Branch

The AAIB is an independent organization funded by the government to investigate accidents and serious incidents involving civil aviation in the UK and its overseas territories. They investigate accidents involving fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, gliders, and drones. Our conversation touches on:

  • The growth of urban air mobility 
  • Importance of a no-blame culture in accident investigation
  • Hazards and safety protocols associated with ultralight aircraft, including fuel, electrical systems, and pressurized vessels
  • Ballistic Recovery System (BRS)
  • Awareness and training among first responders to effectively manage these incidents.

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