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Why Are More Planes Crashing?

Aviation disasters used to feel like a thing of the past. But recent plane crashes—including the first fatal commercial crash since 2001—have reignited concerns about airline safety. Many are asking: Are we safe in the skies? Today on Book Wise, host Britt Brewer, A.K.A. Dr. Books, unpacks the recent surge in air crashes and explores the factors that typically lead to plane crashes. Using insights from reputable books, we’ll break down what’s really happening at 30,000 feet and whether you should be worried about stepping onto your next flight. Now, let’s be clear: Book Wise is NOT about fearmongering. This is a podcast about books, and books help us process complex, high-stakes events with clarity and reason. So let’s dig into the facts, separate fear from reality, and examine the state of air travel with the help of expert authors. ⏲️ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: Lion Air Flight 610 Plane Accident 1:00 - Meet Your Host: Dr. Books of Book Wise 1:38 - Recommended Reads on Plane Crashes 2:06 - 2024 Air Travel Safety Stats 3:15 - The Main Cause of Airplane Incidents 3:55 - Impact of Understaffed and Overworked Crews 4:42 - Air Traffic Controllers Shortage Hypothesis 5:32 - COVID-19's Impact on Aviation 5:42 - Investigating the American Airlines & Black Hawk Collision 6:03 - Mechanical Failures, Capitalism, and Plane Crashes 7:33 - Weather Conditions and Their Role in Plane Accidents 8:21 - Are We Safe in the Skies? The Final Answer 9:01 - Outro & Bonus Segment 📚 Books Mentioned: • “Flight Failure: Investigating the Nuts and Bolts of Air Disasters and Aviation Safety” by Donald J. Porter • “Why Planes Crash: An Accident Investigator's Fight for Safe Skies” by David Soucie & Ozzie Cheek 💡 BookClub makes the wisdom in books accessible, approachable, and applicable for better leadership development. Learn more at https://www.bookclub.com __ 📄 Appendix - Recent Plane Disasters: Jeju Air Flight 2216 (Dec 29, 2024, South Jeolla Province, South Korea): A Boeing 737‑800 attempted a belly landing at Muan International Airport after a suspected bird strike, leaving 179 of 181 onboard dead. Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8243 (Dec 25, 2024, Kazakhstan): An Embraer 190 veered off course and crashed near Aktau amid controversy over external interference, claiming 38 lives. Gramado Piper PA‑42 Crash (Dec 22, 2024, Brazil): A Piper PA‑42 Cheyenne crashed shortly after takeoff in Gramado, resulting in 10 fatalities and 17 ground injuries. Swiss International Air Lines Flight 1885 (Dec 23, 2024, Austria): An Airbus A220‑300 suffered an uncontained engine failure at 40,000ft, forcing an emergency landing at Graz; one crew member later died. American Airlines & Black Hawk Collision (Jan 30, 2025, Washington D.C.): A mid‑air collision near Reagan National Airport—carrying champion figure skaters among 64 passengers—resulted in a tragic loss of life. Med Jets Flight 056 (Jan 31, 2025, Philadelphia, USA): A Learjet 55 medevac crashed shortly after takeoff, devastating a local neighborhood and killing all onboard. São Paulo Plane Crash (Feb 7, 2025, São Paulo, Brazil): A Beechcraft F90 King Air crashed shortly after takeoff from São Paulo-Campo de Marte Airport, killing the pilot and owner, and injuring six on the ground. Scottsdale Airport Collision (Feb 10, 2025, Arizona, USA): A Learjet 35A veered off the runway at Scottsdale Airport, Arizona, and collided with a parked Gulfstream G200. The accident resulted in one fatality and four injuries. Navy Jet Crash (Feb 12, 2025, San Diego, USA): A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler crashed off the coast of San Diego. Fortunately, both crew members were rescued and are in stable condition.