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In this episode of the Air Facts Podcast we welcome Alex Sack, a commercial pilot and longtime contributor to Air Facts. Alex is known for his sharp insights and willingness to question the status quo, and his article “Do Crash Videos Make Us Safer Pilots?” was no exception. With more than 70 comments, it became one of the most discussed pieces on the site — raising important questions about how we process accidents and what role, if any, social media plays in promoting safety. In this episode, we dig into Alex’s perspective and the broader implications for pilots, educators, and content creators alike.
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- Do Crash Videos Make Us Safer Pilots
- Why Crash Videos and Social Media Don’t Mix
- More articles by Alexander Sack
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I think that the crash videos do make safer pilots. At least from my perspective. I know what not to do. And I cannot believe what some high time pilots, with multiple ratings, are making rudimentary rookie mistakes. Over again. Not getting weather breif, not checking noteam flying aircraft not certified for icing, into known icing conditions, etc. Overweight and trying either a tailwind takeoff or landing. Flying at night into ifr conditions. The list goes on and on, with disastrous results. If one wants to commit suicide, please do so in another way. Not at the controls of an expensive aircraft.