Topic: 787 Pilot

2 chapters across the catalog

Twigs
Episode 1653 2:44:37 - 3:04:16

1653: Twigs

Executive Producer Donations and Knighting Ceremony

The hosts acknowledge high-value donations from executive and associate executive producers. Notable contributions include $1,000 from Joseph Smolik and $777 from "Captain Ralph," a Boeing 787 pilot who provided technical insight into the aircraft's flight computers. A knighting ceremony is held for "Sir Someone," and several producers receive title changes and peerage transfers.

NetBEUI
Episode 1643 1:07:00 - 1:10:22

1643: NetBEUI

Boeing 787, Pilot Seat Switch Investigation

Investigators are looking into whether a flight attendant accidentally hit a switch on the back of a pilot's seat, causing a Boeing 787 to nosedive during a LATAM Airlines flight. Boeing has issued a recommendation for airlines to inspect cockpit seat switches to prevent unintended movement that could interfere with flight controls.