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Air Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: A Plane's DisappearanceIn this episode, Cessna Corvalis was performing a flight from Ramona to Montgomery as it closed in on land the pilot stopped replying the plane continued to fly for about 2 more hours covering 200 miles in distance before going off the radar. Let's listen in. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast New TikTok account: https://www.tiktok.com/@atooc_offical?lang=en
2025-08-1805 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Brake Problems at WheelingIn this episode, an aircraft has gone off the runway at Wheeling airport due to a brake failure. The tower closes the airport while crews assist the pilot. Luckily nobody was injured in the incident. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-08-3107 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Runway Problem in NapaIn this episode, a Cessna aircraft is approaching Napa airport in California when they report to the tower that the landing gear is not coming down. The aircraft circles and the tower visually confirms that the gear has in fact been deployed. The plane lands and runs off the runway while emergency crews are dispatched. Nobody was injured in the incident. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-08-2404 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Fiery Blowout in ATLIn this episode, a Delta 757 lands in Atlanta from Richmond when one of the main tires bursts. The blowout causes a fire which engulfs the landing gear. An emergency is declared and an evacuation is initiated on the runway. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-08-1606 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Flipping Out In PhillyIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we go to Northeast Philadelphia Airport where a Cessna aircraft has flipped over on the runway while coming in for a landing. The airport is immediately closed to other traffic as the tower monitors the situation with emergency services. The two people on board appear to be alright as they get out of the plane and are walking around the Cessna. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-08-1406 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Gold Star For You!In this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we go to Fort Wayne, Indiana where an incoming aircraft is having radio issues and cannot communicate with the tower. The controller enlists the help of another nearby plane to relay his message and establish communications. The helpful pilot is given a "gold star" for his efforts! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-08-0306 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Presents: DEPARTURES (From Orilux)We have a special treat for you today on Air Traffic Out Of Control. A friend of the show - Orilux - has created a beautiful ambient track called "DEPARTURES" which combines a chill ambient track with air traffic control sounds. If you like it, check out Orilux on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@Orilux DEPARTURES - An Ambient Air Traffic Control Music Experience https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0zXZ_T3tdw
2023-07-301h 00Air Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: DFW ChatterIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we go to Dallas Fort Worth airport to listen in on some great ATC chatter. Kick your feet up...chill, and enjoy this. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-3021 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Going Rogue (Go Around)This is a 'Go Around' of one of our favorite ATOOC episodes...Going Rogue. This is such a wild recording that it was worth a second release... ~~~ This is a special episode of Air Traffic Out of Control, featuring one of the craziest ATC recordings ever captured. In 2018, a man named Richard Russell who was a ground service agent for Horizon Airlines working at Seattle Tacoma Airport figured out how to operate a plane, with no known aviation experience, and stole one of the Horizon aircraft for a joy ride as...
2023-07-2918 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Landing in Lake TahoeIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we have an unbelievable recording for you. A small Bonanza aircraft is attempting to make an emergency landing at Lake Tahoe airport, but it can't make it. Luckily, a US Army King Air is nearby and monitors the situation to keep an eye on the plane. As the Bonanza lands in the lake, several vessels spring into action to help. Both people on board are unharmed in the incident. An onlooker actually captured the video of the plane landing in the lake. Y...
2023-07-2908 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Laptop On FireIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, United flight 2664 from San Diego bound for Newark radios the tower with an emergency. Unbelievably, a passenger's laptop battery has caught fire. The pilot requests to return to the airport immediately to have the injured passengers taken care of. If you were ever wondering why airlines don't want you to check lithium ion batteries...This is why! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-2807 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Shut Down in PhoenixIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, a Frontier Airlines Airbus 319 departs Phoenix bound for Orlando when the pilots radio the tower. They have had to shut down the right side engine following the initial climb and are asking to return to the airport. The pilots complete an overweight landing checklist before making their approach back to Phoenix. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-2709 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Dreamlifter NightmareIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we have an odd one. A massive Boeing Dreamlifter has landed in Kansas. But at the wrong airport. The aircraft was bound for McConnell AFB but actually landed at nearby Beech airport...about 9 miles away. Oops. The tower at Beech is closed so the pilot tries to figure out his next steps. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-2610 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Crashes in Roanoke and GeorgetownIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we listen in on two incidents involving small aircraft crashes. First, we go to Roanoke where a small aircraft goes down and the tower closes the airport while they mobilize emergency services. Next, a Bonanza aircraft misses the runway in Georgetown and crashes into a vacant home. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-2507 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Wheels Up...or Wheels Off?In this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we go over to Chicago Executive Airport. A Citation jet is preparing for landing, but notifies the tower that they believe they lost a wheel on take off. The tower enlists the help of a nearby news chopper and also has the pilot do a low approach so they can get a visual verification. The good news is, both visuals verified that landing gear seemed to be completely intact so the citation lands safely. Emergency crews are on hand as the citation lands, just i...
2023-07-2010 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Wind Problems in Palm BeachIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we head to Palm Beach International to listen in as the tower deals with some issues caused by heavy winds. A wind shear warning has been issued for the airport and it leaves the tower scrambling to reconfigure the scheduled departures and arrivals. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-1811 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: PaperworkIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we head over to Janes Field airport in Minneapolis where a Cessna aircraft radios the tower notifying them of some issues. He may need to declare an emergency, but wants to make sure he is in dire straits first so he can avoid unnecessary paperwork! It turns out that his issues are problematic and he lands on a roadway after not being able to make it to the airport. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-1506 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Engine Loss in BurlingtonIn this episode, we travel to Burlington Vermont where Delta airlines flight 986 takes off bound for Minneapolis, but radios back to the tower reporting some concerns. One of the Boeing 737's engines has failed and they are requesting vectors to return to the airport. Luckily, the aircraft lands safely back in Vermont with no incident. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-1409 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Crash in ChicoIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we go to Chico, California (CIC) where a single engine aircraft crashes, causing a shutdown of the airport. The tower helps to navigate the emergency process while trying to divert all other aircraft away from Chico. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-1207 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Passenger DisturbanceIn this episode of Air Traffic Out of Control, Alaska flight 334 declares an emergency due to a passenger disturbance. The pilot radios the tower and requests a diversion to Spokane Washington instead of their planned Seattle destination due to a bomb threat on board. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-1004 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Masks OnIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we hear Delta flight 605 heading to Minneapolis from Mexico City. The pilot radios air traffic control to alert them that there are smoke fumes in the cabin and oxygen masks have been deployed for passengers and crew. The aircraft has sustained an oil leak and needs to divert to Austin for an emergency landing. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-0906 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Vapes on a PlaneIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we go to Phoenix and Delta flight 2076. The pilot radios the tower requesting to return to the gate. An uncooperative passenger is vaping and they are going to remove him from the aircraft. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-0703 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: New York? How About Newark?In this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we listen in as Air Canada flight 720 from Toronto is approaching LaGuardia and reports an engine failure. The pilot needs to act quickly and diverts to nearby Newark airport for an emergency landing. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-07-0607 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Nose Gear Up in CLTIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we have the audio from an incident yesterday in Charlotte, NC. Delta flight 1092 from Atlanta to Charlotte contacted the tower due to a landing gear warning. The nose landing gear would not extend on the Boeing 717, so they would need to perform an emergency landing. Listen in as the pilot arranges the landing with the tower. Unfortunately the audio from the landing itself was cut off, but rest assured, all 104 passengers and crew aboard the aircraft were safely evacuated once the plane was on the ground.
2023-06-2905 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: That Was Extremely DangerousEvery Air Traffic Controller's nightmare is making a mistake that puts people's lives in danger. It's an extremely important job, but it also has its risks. In today's episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control we hear a situation where the controller mixed up instructions for two approaching American Airlines planes. A call to flight 2133 was actually meant for 1083 and it resulted in a potentially dangerous situation. We all make mistakes, but this one could have been catastrophic. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-06-2805 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Tower Evacuation at IAHIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we go to Bush airport in Houston to listen in on a crazy weather situation. Things get so dicey in fact that there are reports of planes flipped over and the tower gets evacuated. Scary stuff! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-06-2606 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Weathermen in Palm BeachIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we go to Palm Beach International Airport to listen in on the tower as they navigate some severe weather in the area with multiple aircraft in the air and on the ground. Who knew air traffic controllers also had to be meteorologists? Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-06-2419 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Might Be Late for the LuauIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, United flight 1509 from San Francisco bound for Honolulu rejects take off after the pilots report an engine failure and potential fire. Emergency services immediately spring into action to check on the Boeing 777. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-06-2007 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: We Hit SomethingIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, Air Portugal flight 208 is taking off from JFK but radios back to the tower to request a return to the airport. It turns out something struck the aircraft soon after take off and the pilot is exercising extreme caution. You will hear the tower request the remaining fuel and souls on board. Even thought the pilot does not declare an emergency, the tower clarifies that an overweight landing is always an emergency based on their protocol. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter...
2023-06-1907 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: That Doesn't Smell RightIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, An Air Canada flight from Toronto to Montreal declares an emergency soon after take off. The pilot smells an electrical burning smell in the cockpit and requests to return to the airport. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-06-1606 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Double TroubleIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, Southwest flight 456 is about to depart from Austin but aborts the take-off. The aircraft has had an engine failure and also blown a tire at the same time. Talk about having a bad day at the office. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-06-1405 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Drones Over PittsburghIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, an unauthorized drone flying in restricted airspace over Pittsburgh International Airport causes a ground stop. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-06-1007 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Do Better!In this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, United Airlines flight 1390 approaches San Francisco International airport but is held off by air traffic control. They are trying to clear a backlog on the ground with more than a dozen planes waiting to take off so they ask the approaching flight to go around - twice! As you will hear, the pilot of the United flight is more than annoyed and lets his frustrations be known. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-06-0908 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Flipping Out In Santa MonicaIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, a small aircraft is taking off from Santa Monica airport and flips over just off the runway. The control tower notifies emergency response and they are deployed to the scene. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-06-0704 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: A Failure to CommunicateOn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, a Jetspeed aircraft is approaching Bozeman airport in Montana but the tower cannot establish communications. After repeated attempts, the pilot lands without clearance. As you will hear, the controller is not impressed. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-05-3105 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Blowing the Doors OffIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, An Embraer private jet takes off from Houston-Hobby airport but has to declare an emergency and turn back immediately because a door has come off the aircraft. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-05-2904 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Happy Ending at Casa GrandeIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, a pilot coming into Casa Grande airport is losing engine power and needs to make an emergency landing. The pilot is amazingly calm as he communicates with the tower as he approaches. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-05-2806 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Highway LandingIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we hear an emergency situation going down in Orange County, Florida. A pilot radios the tower with a mayday...he has had an engine failure and is attempting to land on Highway 50. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-05-2604 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Hold Onto Your Hats!In this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we have an odd one. Delta flight 5675 from Atlanta to Hilton Head Island was sent back to the gate after taxiing out onto the runway. It turns out a worker's hat flew off and got sucked into the engine. Once the remains of the hat were removed from the engine, the aircraft got on with it's business and made it's way to Hilton Head.
2023-05-2404 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Large VesselIn this episode, an Alaska airlines aircraft is preparing to land at Boston Logan airport when a large vessel seems to be crossing in front of the airport, potentially obstructing the landing. The tower intervenes and advises when the boat has cleared the way for a safe landing. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-05-1907 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Piper Blocking In RockfordIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, a Piper (PA-32R-301) Saratoga aircraft (N9087V) has a flat tire upon landing at Rockford airport in Chicago, blocking both crossing runways. This is a first for the pilot and the tower tries to resolve the issue as soon as possible. Unfortunately, the airport gets shut down while the ground crew deals with the Piper. Time is of the essence, as Rockford is a major hub for UPS. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-05-1711 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: I Expect More From You...In this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we hear a frustrated air traffic controller reprimanding a pilot for being ill-prepared during his takeoff from San Carlos airport. The pilot hasn't done his homework, which is not acceptable when the safety of others is at stake. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-05-1206 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Crash Into MeIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we visit Orlando Executive Airport and Cable Airport (Upland, CA) to hear about two unfortunate crashes. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-05-1006 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Packages Coming In Hot!In this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we hear a DHL Airbus A300 take off from Amsterdam bound for Leipzig and immediately declare Mayday due to a smoke warning. You can hear the audible warning from the cockpit as the pilot converses with the tower as they discuss returning to the airport. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-05-0607 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Leaving Las VegasIn this episode, United airlines flight 1389 is departing Las Vegas en route to Houston when the pilots receive a warning for a landing gear issue. In this recording you can actually hear the audible warning in the cockpit as the pilot requests an emergency return to the airport. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-05-0306 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Sparks in DublinA Ryanair flight from Liverpool lands in Dublin and the nose-mounted landing gear collapses. After sparks fly up from the runway, the plane gets disabled inside the runway strip. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-04-3006 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Window PainIn this episode, United Airlines flight 1274 (N66825) from Bradley to Washington Dulles radios the tower immediately after takeoff when a window popped open in the cockpit. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-04-2805 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Near Miss in BurbankIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control, we hear a scary interaction at Burbank Airport as two aircraft narrowly avoid a mid-air collision. A recent rash of ATC errors has given authorities a cause for concern, which has led to several investigations. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-04-2607 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Bucharest...How about Budapest?In this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, we head to Eastern Europe to listen in on this Ryanair flight destined for Bucharest Romania. The pilot reports a fuel leak and is diverted to Budapest for an emergency landing. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-04-2107 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Duck!In this Air Traffic Out Of Control, an American Airlines flight 2611 has a bird strike while taking off from ORD en route to LAX. Three ducks reportedly flew into one of the engines and caused the engine compressor to stall and hydraulic fluid to start leaking. Flight 2611 returned to the airport safely after ATC got a visual on the damage. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-04-2009 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Panic at JFKIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, a Piper PA-28-236 aircraft (N51SW) takes off from JFK and almost immediately after take off, the cabin fills with smoke and the aircraft loses all engine power. The pilot, in a panic, radios the tower and asks to return immediately. Given the urgency, he doesn't have time to go around and make a proper approach, so he requests a landing in the opposite direction on the runway. The tower has no choice but to quickly get other aircraft to vacate the runway t...
2023-04-1906 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: No Nose Wheel? No ProblemIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control, we hear a twenty one year old novice pilot who lost her nose wheel on take off and must land the plane without it. This could have been a sticky situation, but thanks to the team on the ground, they coached her through the whole process. Kudos to Chris who kept the pilot calm throughout the whole ordeal and helped Taylor back to safety. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-04-1212 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Multiple Equipment FailuresIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control, we listen in on some pilots experiencing multiple equipment issues at once. First, an American Airlines Airbus A321 is departing from Dallas Fort Worth International bound for Orlando International Airport and declares mayday, reporting multiple failures on the aircraft. Next, an Air India flight 101 approaching New York's JFK airport experiences multiple instrument losses and needs to rely on the tower for some navigation assistance. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-04-0530 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Near Miss in New OrleansIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, we explore another near miss which happened on April 2nd in New Orleans. In this recording, Delta Airlines Flight DL 1482 to Salt Lake City was stopped by ATC abruptly when a Learjet failed to hold short as they were instructed. This is another situation in recent months of a scary situation which could have results in disaster if not for the quick actions of the controllers and pilots. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-04-0306 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Highway to Las VegasIn today's Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, we go out to Las Vegas where an emergency due to an engine failure forces an aircraft to land on the highway en route to the airport. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-03-3007 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Abort!In this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we hear several situations where pilots were forced to abort and change plans at the last minute at the instruction of the tower. This request can often be due to congestion on the runways or a last minute change of plans from the controller, but as you can hear in this episode, an abort call can also be for many other reasons. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-03-2918 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Stinky Take OffIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, the pilot radios the tower in Ottawa after he believes he ran over something on the runway while taxiing. Listen in to hear what kind of stinky surprise they found while investigating. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-03-2804 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Landing ProblemsIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we listen in on several situations involving crash landings. Not only are these scenarios terrifying for pilots and passengers, they can be very tense for controllers as they try to organize safety and rescue resources on the ground, while communicating with other incoming and outgoing aircraft about the disruption. First, an aircraft makes a crash landing at Trenton, New Jersey and the tower struggles to manage the fallout. Next, a Cessna pilot communicates with the tower in Chattanooga about an emergency landing he plans to undertake o...
2023-03-2211 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Upside Down in the EvergladesIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, we go down to Miami Executive Airport where a business jet radios the tower with an emergency due to an engine loss. The plane crashes in the Florida everglades and the authorities are notified along with air rescue. Amazingly, even though the aircraft is upside down, everyone aboard survives and is okay. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-03-1705 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Welcome Back!In aviation, many of the issues occur during take off and landing of the aircraft. In this episode of Air Trffic Out Of Control, we hear two situations that transpired just after takeoff, resulting in a return back to the airport. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-03-1513 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: DeflatedIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, Air Canada flight 1219 lands in Halifax but gets stuck on the runway with a flat tire. The pilot chats with maintenance to try and get them to the gate with a deflated tire and a steering problem. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-03-0815 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Seagulls Loitering with IntentIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By we go out to Cork, Ireland to hear what kind of disruption a flock of seagulls can wreak on airport operations. In this recording, pilots converse with the tower a large number of seagulls "loitering with intent" on the grounds, including the actions they take to move them along for the safety of pilots and passengers. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-03-0707 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Horse TroubleBelieve it or not, horses are transported by commercial aircraft on a daily basis. This precious cargo, often in the form of expensive performance, competition or racing equines travel all over the world in special cargo stalls and tended to by specially-trained crew. In this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, we hear a DHL Cargo pilot dealing with a horse-related emergency after take-off, forcing him to return to the airport. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-03-0606 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Grass TroublesIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, UPS Cargo flight 1356 experiences some trouble taxiing on the runway at Birmingham airport when it catches a patch of grass and gets stuck. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-03-0408 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Dust in DallasOn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, American Airlines flight 1240 gets diverted back to Dallas due to a dust storm over Lubbock, Texas. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-03-0212 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Line Up And WaitIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, we have another close call situation for you. Yesterday, the pilot of a LearJet 60 took off without clearance at Boston Logan Airport as a JetBlue Embraer 190 was preparing to land on an intersecting runway. You will hear in the recording, the controller instructed the LearJet to line up and wait on the runway. For some reason, the pilot ignored the instructions and took off, putting JetBlue flight 206 in danger. Luckily, the JetBlue pilot takes last second evasive action to avoid tragedy. Read m...
2023-03-0104 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Fire In The Hole!As a pilot, one of the scariest things that can occur mid flight is an onboard fire. You are tens of thousands of feet above the earth and potentially have hundreds of lives at stake. In this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we hear how pilots handle these difficult scenarios. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-03-0118 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Runway ProblemsIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we are talking runway problems At LAX, a bus collides with an aircraft on the tarmac and confusion and chaos ensues. In Toronto, a pilot spots an issue with another plane in the Air Canada fleet. A Jet Blue flight is stranded for over 7 hours and the pilot is getting very concerned. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-02-2216 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: ATC and ChillWe are trying something new in today's episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control - we call it "ATC and Chill". Sit back, relax, and enjoy the sweet sounds of tower at Chicago Midway Airport. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-02-152h 04Air Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: FexEx vs. Southwest in ATXEarlier this month, at Austin International airport, a FedEx aircraft narrowly avoided a Southwest plane as it attempted to land. Controllers had cleared the arriving FedEx seven sixty seven and a departing Southwest Airlines seven thirty seven jet to use the same runway, and the FedEx crew realized the issue before it became a disaster. The FedEx pilot then told the Southwest crew to abort taking off, then climbed as its crew aborted their landing to help avoid a collision. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-02-1306 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Welcome to HalifaxIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, we listen in on British Airways flight 216 from Washington to Heathrow make an emergency landing in Halifax, once the captain reports fumes aboard the aircraft. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-02-1006 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Derelict BalloonLast week, a mysterious balloon was spotted over Kansas which was suspected to be a mechanism of Chinese espionage capturing footage of the United States. Today, we listen into some ATC chatter from the ground in Kansas City as pilots were warned about the balloon and they report spotting it. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-02-0807 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: A Sad Day In The SkyIn this epiosde of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we hear an American Eagle Embraer E175 depart from Chicago's O'Hare Airport bound for Columbus, Ohio in November of 2022. As the aircraft takes off, the captain in training loses consciousness, forcing the check airman in the right seat to assume control and return to the airport. You can hear him audibly shaken in this clip as he tries to navigate the plane back to safety in order to get help for his colleague. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-02-0107 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: MaydayEver wonder why aviators use the term 'Mayday'? We cover that in today's episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, and we also listen in on some pilots using it in a couple emergency situations. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-01-2515 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: For The BirdsBird strikes are are a common hazard for pilots as they take off from airports around the globe. In this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, a Jet Blue aircraft took off from Palm Beach Airport (PBI) on January 15, 2023 but soon had to declare an emergency and return to the airport after a bird strike. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-01-2306 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Close Call at JFKIn today's Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By we have a recent clip from a close call at JFK. At around 8:45 p.m. last Friday evening, Delta Air Lines Flight 1943 was taking off from Runway 4L when American Airlines flight 106 crossed the same runway. In this recording, you will hear the moment an air traffic controller noticed the incident and a potential collision was avoided. The Delta aircraft rejected its takeoff run and stopped approximately 1,000 feet from where the American Airlines wide body jet had crossed. Investigations are being conducted by t...
2023-01-2004 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: NOTAM My ProblemOn January 11th, some corrupt files in the antiquated FAA software system caused a nationwide outage across the United States which grounded flight departures across the country. The system which went down (NOTAM) provides advisories to pilots on safety-critical conditions at airports and other areas aircraft may traverse, including everything from warnings about bird activity to runway construction. So, as you can imagine, it's a critical system for pilots in ensuring safety. In this recording, you can hear the confused team at JFK grappling with the situation. After investigation into the p...
2023-01-1810 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Sully..."We can't do it"On this day (January 15th) in 2009, Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger landed US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River after the Airbus A320 serving the flight struck a flock of birds shortly after take-off from New York, losing all engine power. Unable to reach any airport for an emergency landing due to their low altitude, Sully and co-pilot Jeffrey Skiles glided the plane to a ditching in the Hudson River off Midtown Manhattan. All 155 people on board were rescued by nearby boats, with only a few serious injuries. What an incredilbe aviation story. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitte...
2023-01-1506 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Trouble In The TowerIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, we listen in on an air traffic controller in Las Vegas suffering a stroke while on duty. Unaware, she forges ahead trying to do her job...until she can barely speak and her pilots become concerned. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-01-1314 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Cool CustomersIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control, we listen in on three emergency situations during which the pilots and controllers were as cool as a cucumber. In aviation, a calm demeanor can sometimes be the difference between life and death. These clips are great examples of how to handle difficult situations well. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-01-1114 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Flaming ShamrocksIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, we listen in on an Aer Lingus plane bound for Dublin that experiences an engine fire upon taking off from JFK. The pilot calmly deals with the situation as he brings all 300+ passengers back to safety. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-01-0908 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Sorry Mr. PresidentEver wonder how excited people might get if you were to fly a plane in presidential restricted airspace? Just listen in on this clip if you'd like to find out! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-01-0705 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Ice Ice BabyIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By our pilots deal with some icy issues! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-01-0504 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Those Friendly CanadiansThis friendly air traffic controller at Toronto Pearson International Airport always tries to bring a smile to the faces of the pilots he works with on a daily basis. Are all Canadians as friendly as this guy?! Enjoy! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2023-01-0411 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Leaking OilIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control, we listen in on some pilots having oil issues which lead to all sorts of problems from emergency landings to an oily mess on the tarmac. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-12-2810 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: How Romantic!We have a great Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By for you today. An air traffic controller in Canada took a risk and shocked the whole plane with this romantic gesture. Have a listen and see if his risk paid off! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-12-2604 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Holiday EditionListen in as a jolly air traffic controller spreads holiday cheer as his last shift before Christmas comes to a close! Happy holidays from your friends at Air Traffic Out Of Control! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-12-2305 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Naughty Cessna PilotsIn this episode of Air Traffic Out of Control, we listen in on a couple naughty Cessna pilots flying where they aren't supposed to. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-12-2114 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Equipment IssuesListen in to today's episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control as our pilots experience some maintenance and equipment issues which derail their plans for a safe, uneventful trip. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-12-1428 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Not HelpfulIn this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By, a controller in the tower is most unhelpful as this pilot attempts to safely land in an emergency. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-12-1306 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Thanks Coach!In this Air Traffic Out of Control Fly By we hear a great clip of a passenger who needs to take the controls after his pilot becomes incapacitated mid flight. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-12-1106 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC Fly By: Watch Your Tail!Welcome to this Air Traffic Out Of Control Fly By - a quick bite of great ATC content outside of our regular schedule. This aircraft gets pushed backwards into a lightpole at Burlington, Vermont Airport. Big oops for the ground crew! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-12-0903 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: ATC ArgumentsSometimes tensions rise between pilots and air traffic control and air to ground communications get heated. In this episode, we listen in on some of these arguments. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-12-0712 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Shaking in Your BootsThis week is Air Traffic Out Of Control, Earthquake Edition. Ever wonder how disruptive earthquakes can be at the airport? You're about to find out! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-11-3018 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Going Rogue (Special Episode)This is a special episode of Air Traffic Out of Control, featuring one of the craziest ATC recordings ever captured. In 2018, a man named Richard Russell who was a ground service agent for Horizon Airlines working at Seattle Tacoma Airport figured out how to operate a plane, with no known aviation experience, and stole one of the Horizon aircraft for a joy ride as it sat on the runway in maintenance position. Listen in on the (barely believable) ATC recording. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-11-2318 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: TroublemakersIn this episode of Air Traffic Out Of Control we listen in on your favorite air traffic controllers dealing with some troublemakers of the sky. From helicopters entering restricted airspace to pesky tarmac streakers, they deal with the craziest situations! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-11-1622 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: We have an emergency!On today's episode our fearful air traffic controllers handle various aviation emergencies...not all of them of the life-threatening type. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-11-0813 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Come Fly The Unfriendly SkiesCome fly the unfriendly skies with Air Traffic Out Of Control. Listen in on these nasty interactions between pilots and the control tower...someone's having a bad day! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-11-0112 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: Favorite Voices In The SkyOn this epsidoe we hear from two of our favorite vocies in the sky! Settle in for some highly entertaining controllers! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
2022-10-2019 minAir Traffic Out Of ControlATOOC: TrailerWelcome to Air Traffic Out Of Control, the podcast that brings you the wildest air traffic control recordings you will ever hear from airports around the world. Emergency landings, stolen planes and even sightings of guys in jetpacks...we've got it all right from the control tower to your headphones! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast
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