Topic: 777

A travel report details a flight from San Antonio to Amsterdam via Houston on United Airlines. Despite industry concerns regarding Boeing aircraft and airline management, the experience on the Boeing 777 was reported as smooth with cheerful cabin personnel. The cost of the flight was significantly lower than direct options from Austin on Delta or KLM.

A Singapore Airlines flight from London experienced severe turbulence over the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), resulting in one death from a heart attack and numerous injuries. While media outlets and researchers from Reading University attribute increasing turbulence to climate change, critics argue the incident was caused by standard storm activity near the equator. The flight made an emergency landing in Bangkok after the Boeing 777 dropped several thousand feet.

The hosts discuss the history and current market value of vintage reel-to-reel tape recorders, noting that prices for high-end units have risen significantly over the last decade. One host describes owning a 10-inch Teac multi-track machine while the other recalls an early Teac mixer with a built-in four-track recorder from the late 1980s. They reference specific models like the Sony 777 and the Reeboks as they compare notes on legacy analog recording formats.

A United Airlines Boeing 777 experienced a sudden 1,200-foot drop shortly after taking off from Maui on December 18, 2022. While media reports described a 7,000-foot-per-minute nosedive, analysis of ADS-B data suggests the descent was likely caused by a microburst or an autopilot setting error. The NTSB did not launch a full investigation as there were no injuries or fatalities.

Following an engine failure on a United Airlines Boeing 777, the FAA grounded dozens of jets. The hosts criticize *Democracy Now!* for framing the story as a Boeing failure when the engine was manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, citing it as an example of progressive media bias.

A Boeing 777 experienced a major engine failure over Denver, dropping large portions of its cowling into residential yards. This followed a similar incident earlier that day in the Netherlands involving a Boeing 747-400, both of which utilized Pratt & Whitney engines. Aviation experts are investigating why engine components breached their housings, while media outlets were criticized for misinterpreting pilot "heavy" radio calls.

A traveler returns to Austin, Texas, after flying from Amsterdam via New York, noting the superior service of KLM over Delta. During the domestic leg from New York to Austin, a passenger experienced a heart-related medical emergency involving oxygen and illness, though the flight avoided an emergency landing in Dallas. The account includes observations on the interior of the Boeing 777-300 and the frustrations of poorly designed in-flight entertainment systems.

The hosts conclude the episode by mentioning they will look for "Illuminati signals" during the American Music Awards. They remind listeners of the special Thanksgiving "best of" show produced by Sir Cyber and the upcoming milestone of episode 777. The show ends with a montage of humorous clips, including Donald Trump soundbites and various show catchphrases.

A donor who recently flew on a Boeing 777 to Osaka International Airport (ITM) is recognized. The hosts discuss the airport's routing codes and the significance of seat 33 on a 777 aircraft. This segment concludes the primary list of executive producers for the episode before transitioning to other news items.

An ABC News report details a British Airways Boeing 777 flight where pilots were forced to use oxygen masks due to disorientation and headaches. The cause was eventually identified as trash and old wires blocking a ventilation duct, an incident that has reportedly occurred three times on the same aircraft.

A small, unopened towelette found on a beach in Cervantes, Western Australia, is being examined for potential links to the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370. Experts suggest it is possible for such debris to drift hundreds of kilometers from the suspected crash site. The hosts mock the report as a sign of a "low news day" and the desperation for updates on the missing aircraft.

The search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 continues with frequent media appearances by Sarah Bajc, the partner of a passenger on the plane. Bajc's use of technical jargon like "leverage of assets" has led to speculation that she may be an intelligence asset. Discussion also touches on theories that the Boeing 777's fly-by-wire system could have been taken over via remote control using classified patents.

The disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 is analyzed, noting the lack of data compared to previous aviation accidents like Air France. The discussion highlights recent issues with Boeing aircraft, including hairline fractures in the 787 Dreamliner. Technical aspects of the ADS-B system and radar signatures are questioned.

Dame Viscountess Astrid Klein of Tokyo contributes $777.77 to the show, prompting a discussion on the numerology of the number seven. According to the donor, 777 represents a "lesson learned" and celestial perfection across the body, soul, and spirit. The hosts note that the show is entering its seventh year and embrace the number as a positive sign for the future.

Asiana Airlines Flight 214 crashed while landing at San Francisco International Airport, resulting in a Boeing 777 fuselage breach and a collapsed roof. Eyewitness reports from the Chinese social media platform Weibo and news outlets describe the aircraft losing altitude rapidly and the tail striking a seawall. Most passengers were Chinese students traveling through Seoul.

The Instrument Landing System (ILS) on Runway 28L at San Francisco was out of service during the Asiana crash, requiring a visual approach. Pilots rely on Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) lights to maintain the correct glide path, but data suggests the aircraft was flying too slow and potentially stalled before impact. A minor theory regarding a Class X solar flare affecting instruments is also considered.

The captain of the British Airways Boeing 777 that crashed short of the runway at Heathrow in 2008 is reportedly on welfare after being shunned by the aviation industry. Claims are made that the pilot was silenced regarding mechanical failures to protect Boeing's reputation, despite evidence that he successfully managed a dual engine flameout.

Adam Curry criticizes the FAA for being too close to the airlines it regulates, treating them as customers rather than subjects of oversight. He expresses specific concern over the Boeing 777 fleet following a high-pressure fuel pump failure at Heathrow, stating he will avoid flying on the aircraft until mandatory fixes are implemented.

The investigation into the Boeing 777 crash at Heathrow Airport focuses on the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) preliminary findings. The aircraft utilizes a fly-by-wire system where pilot inputs are processed by the Fully Authorized Digital Engine Controller (FADEC). While the media has praised the crew, technical questions remain regarding why the massive engines failed to respond to manual throttle commands during the final approach.

During a landing from Beijing, a Boeing 777 experienced a lack of engine response while on autopilot at 600 feet. Despite the crew's attempts to manually advance the throttles, the plane landed short of the runway, causing the landing gear to shear off. There are calls to ground the 777 fleet until the specific cause of the engine non-responsiveness is identified and rectified.