The Aviatrix

On November 4, 2025, less than a month ago, at 17:14, UPS Flight 2976, an MD-11F cargo aircraft, took off from Louisville International Airport in Kentucky on its way to Honolulu, Hawaii. Minutes later it caught fire. The aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff and was almost completely destroyed. All three pilots were killed. Eleven people on the ground were killed. Twenty-three others were injured. Security cameras at the airport captured something almost unimaginable: the left engine, engine number 1 out of 3, together with the pylon connecting it to the wing, simply detached. Seconds after takeoff. The burning engine fell to the ground, and the fire continued to spread around the engine-to-wing attachment area until the moment of impact. So what’s new now? In the last few days, the NTSB released its preliminary investigation report. It raises difficult, painful and important questions. What really caused the engine to detach from the wing? What is still unclear even after hundreds of hours of investigation? And why, despite the aircraft having three engines, could the remaining two not help? Have an idea for an episode? Or want me to speak at your event? Message me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adva-amir-3bb2a6136/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/advamir/ Instagram: @amiradva

Today I’m going to break six myths about pilots and aviation — including: Are air pockets (turbulence) dangerous? Do pilots need perfect vision? Do we, the pilots, actually sleep during the flight? Why on earth do they turn off the lights before landing? Can the autopilot land the plane by itself? And how many doctors are there on every flight? So fasten your seatbelts we’re taking off! Got an episode idea or want me to speak at your event? Don’t hesitate, send me a message! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adva-amir-3bb2a6136/ IG: @theaviatrixhub

On June 12, Air India Flight 171 took off from Ahmedabad, India, heading to London, and crashed in less than a minute. Moments after one of the pilots made the emergency call 'Mayday,' the plane crashed into a residential neighborhood in western India. Only one passenger survived. Shortly after, the black boxes were found, and the cockpit recordings revealed one haunting question: Who shut down the engines and why? The initial report, which was supposed to provide answers, only raised more questions. So what really happened? Was it a technical malfunction, human error, or something else entirely? For lectures and episode requests: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adva-amir-3bb2a6136/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/advamir/ Instagram: @amiradva

Ever wondered why flight attendants insist on upright seats for takeoff and landing? In this episode, I will break down the safety science behind this rule and will share real-life examples like Air France Flight 358. Plus, a behind-the-scenes peek at what pilots are doing during these critical phases. Straighten your seat, we are about to take off!

What happens during a medical emergency mid-flight? In this episode, I explain how airline crews handle in-flight crises, from life-saving tools to real-time consultations with doctors on the ground. She shares real stories, including a choking passenger, a mid-flight birth, and a peanut allergy scare. Tune in for an inside look at how the crew manages emergencies over the ocean! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adva-amir-3bb2a6136/