Air Traffic Out Of Control

In this episode, two pilots are heard arguing over the radio. One pilot makes a snide remark and the other apparently doesn't find it that humorous. Let's listen in!

In this episode, a Boeing 747 is unknowingly approaching a runway closed for snow removal in Anchorage due to a miscommunication with the tower. During the landing, the plane almost lands on top of a vehicle plowing the snow before he is instructed to go around by ATC.  

In this episode, United seven thirty seven is departing from Denver(DIA), bound for Edmonton(YEG), when flames start coming from the right engine. After returning to Denver, crews find that a rabbit had been consumed into the engine which caused the incident.   Lets Listen in!  

In this episode, A Cessna Skyhawk aircraft bound for Santa Monica is 5 miles out when the pilots declare Mayday. The aircraft has experienced a total loss of power and the plane is forced to land on a nearby golf course.   No one was harmed in this incident.   Lets Listen in!  

In this episode, a family is taking a flight from Laconia headed to Utica when the pilot becomes unconscious. The pilot's daughter radios Boston tower who takes over and guides her through the emergency. It turns out she has some flying experience on another type of aircraft, but they are able to coach her through flying the Malibu.    Kudos to the amazing controllers for remaining to calm and helping her through this tough situation.

In this episode, a Southwest flight is on its initial climb from Houston, bound for San Jose del Cabo, when pilots report a loss of the right engine. They radio the tower requesting to return to Houston for an emergency landing.    Let's listen in. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, A Southwest flight going from El Paso to Houston is preparing for takeoff when something unexpected happens. A passenger's cell phone has caught fire on board, forcing the pilot to request that they hold their position.    Let's listen in. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, A group of Palestine activists disrupt operations at Shannon airport (SNN) in Ireland. The tower has no option but to halt operations until the disturbance has been resolved.   Let's listen in. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

in this episode, Phoenix Tower and Tracon Facilities were forced to evacuate due to the building fire alarms going off.  Incoming pilots scramble to divert to another airport due to the emergency at Sky Harbor.  

in this episode, a small private aircraft flips over during its landing to Lehigh Valley Airport due to a suspected wind gust. The tower springs into action to alert emergency crews so they can address the situation.    Let's listen in. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

in this episode, an Air traffic Controller suffers a stroke while on duty in the Dubuque Control Tower.    Since he was the only Controller in the tower at the time, the pilot sends out an urgent call for medical assistance.    A very tense situation.    Let's listen in. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast transmissions were heard over the radio on Cincinnati tower telling the pilot to go around during landing. ATC advised pilots about the malicious transmissions and told the words "go around" were unauthorized transmissions.   Let's listen in.  

Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast in this episode, we go up to Washington DCA. Two planes, one Mitsubishi and one Embraer clip wings while waiting in the hold bay prior to takeoff. The collision causes a delay as airport operations attempt to investigate the issue and clear any debris.   Let's listen in.  

Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  in this episode, a pilot refuses to listen to instructions during landing and argues over the radio.  

Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  In this episode, Delta Airlines A321 performing flight from Boston to San Juan was on the initial climb when the pilots declared an emergency reporting smoke in the cabin and would need to return immediately.

Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast In this episode, a Beechcraft E55 experiences a sudden bird strike on the final approach.    The impact breaks the wind shield and the pilot is forced to make an emergency landing to seek medical attention.    Scary stuff.  

  In this episode, a Beechcraft is departing from Lancaster Pennsylvania bound for Springfield Ohio. During takeoff, the pilot reports an open door and is unable to hear anything through the radio. The pilot attempts to return to the airport, but during the return, the Beechcraft crash lands into a parking lot and bursts into flames. Several were injured in this incident. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, Beechcraft A36TC while preforming a flight from Lancaster (LNS) to Springfield (SGH), During takeoff the pilot reported an open door and unable to hear anything through the radio the pilot attempts to return to the airport during the return the Beechcraft crashlands into a parking lot and bursting into flames. Several were injured, Let's listen in. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast Learjet 35A (N81VN)performing flight from Austin (AUS) to Scottsdale (SDL) landed on runway 21 when the aircraft bounced and veered off to the left crashing into a parked Gulfstream.

In this episode, Air Share flight 301 one is traveling from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to College Station (CLL) when it experiences a total electrical failure. The tower decides to divert the flight to Lufkin, Texas (LFK). Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we go to San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) where a starship rocket explodes over the Caribbean. The tower springs into action to alert nearby aircraft of the situation. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we fly over to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA). Heavy wind gusts caused an Elite Air Challenger 300 series aircraft to violently swerve on takeoff. This resulted in a wing strike and the aircraft exiting the runway, coming to rest on the grass. The tower puts a hold on all other aircraft and closes the airport. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we have the audio from the crash landing of Delta Endeavor flight 4819 traveling from Minneapolis (MSP) to Toronto (YYZ). In this clip, you will hear the chaos that ensued once the plane came to rest upside down on the runway, catching fire. The tower engages emergency crews immediately as it attempts to hold incoming traffic to Toronto Pearson. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

Our thoughts go out to all of the families who lost someone in this recent tragedy.  In this episode, we have the audio from the control tower leading up to the mid-air crash of American Eagle flight 5342 and an Army helicopter near Washington Reagan airport (DCA). The flight was carrying 64 passengers and crew from Wichita, Kansas to DC and collided with the helicopter performing a training flight with 3 service members on board. As it stands now, the day after, authorities believe there are no survivors. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast    

In this episode, a student pilot has himself in a bit of a situation near San Bernadino (SBD), California. The weather has turned hazy and the inexperienced pilot has become disoriented. Luckily, the pilot has a very helpful controller in the tower, who guides him back to safety. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we fly up to Newark (EWR) where a controller is growing frustrated with one of the pilots in his airspace. Execjet flight 636 is coming in for an approach and seems to not be listening to the tower's instructions. After several attempts to direct the pilot, the controller loses his patience. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast    

In this episode, we fly over to Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson International (ATL) where snow is wreaking havoc on airport operations. To add to the chaos, a Delta flight experiences an engine fire upon takeoff and needs to evacuate on the runway in the midst of the inclement weather. Tough day for Atlanta ATC! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we are going to listen in on the ATC communications from the recent near collision between Delta and United flights in Phoenix. Delta Flight 1070 had been cleared to land at Sky Harbor's Runway 8 when a collision warning went off in the cockpit. The flight, carrying 245 passengers, was inbound from Detroit. At the same time, a similar alert was set off on United Flight 1724, arriving from San Francisco, carrying 123 passengers and six crew members. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast In this episode, Endeavor flight 5094 is preparing for takeoff from Laguardia airport (LGA) when pilots alert the tower of something strange. A person is walking around on the runway where the aircraft is scheduled to depart from. Police and ground crews are dispatched to check out what's going on.  

In this episode, we head out to San Francisco (SFO). Incoming aircraft are experiencing multiple TCAS RA alerts as they approach, causing them to go around. This situation has become typical at SFO due to heavy airspace congestion. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, a Jet Blue pilot is concerned about instructions from air traffic control on his approach to JFK. An Air France heavy aircraft is flying only one thousand feet overhead and the pilot is concerned about turbulence from the wake. The tower doesn't take kindly to his criticism and chirps back at his request to turn away. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we are going down under, where a Quantas B737 declares an emergency while taking off from Sydney, bound for Brisbane. The right engine of the aircraft has exploded and the grass adjacent to the runway has caught on fire. The explosion and subsequent fire results in thick smoke on the runway, and the tower springs into action to halt operations and deal with the situation. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, a private aircraft is making an approach to Phoenix Sky Harbor, when the tower denies the landing due to a special guest. There is a temporary flight restriction in place due to VIP presidential movement. The pilot weighs his options with the tower, because he is only able to land at an airport which has customs available, since the aircraft is inbound from Mexico. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, a helicopter is violating airspace over New York city and causing concern with air traffic control.  To make things worse, the pilot is not on the frequency he needs to be on to communicate with the JFK tower. ATC engages a nearby police helicopter to chase the rogue chopper and they follow it towards Laguardia. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, a Maregrass Saab 2000 is carrying the Auburn University basketball team from Auburn to Houston when a fight breaks out on board. The pilot declares an emergency and requests to divert to Montgomery to have authorities deal with the out of control players. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, a small aircraft radios the tower at Palo Alto Airport (PAO) reporting low fuel. The pilot makes an emergency landing on nearby Highway 85, while the controller enlists help from a Cirrus pilot in the area. The helpful Cirrus pilot locates the aircraft which was upside down on the side of the highway and confirms that emergency crews had responded to the incident. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, a UPS MD-11 (Flight 753) is going from Dallas to Rockford when pilots declare an emergency. They are experiencing unreliable airspeed and navigation issues with the aircraft. The crew suspects the plane has been struck by lightning which is leading to these numerous problems. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we go to Washington Regan Airport (DCA). A U.S. Coast Guard Blackjack helicopter is performing an air defense scramble in the area, which halts all traffic at the airport. The tower stands by and tries to keep the anxious pilots at bay. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, Jet Blue flight 2892 is making the approach to New York JFK airport when the pilot declares an emergency. He is reporting a fuel imbalance and suspects a fuel leak on the aircraft. Crews on the ground confirm the aircraft has an active leak coming from the right wing as the aircraft makes its landing. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast      

In this episode, Skywest flight 5263 is taking off from Denver, when it strikes a large bird. The pilot radios the tower, requesting to return to the airport due to the damage sustained to the windshield, when a mysterious laser hits the aircraft. The pilot alerts the tower of the unauthorized laser, which lets other pilots in the area know to be on the lookout. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, Delta flight 2120 is taking off from Las Vegas when the pilot alerts the tower of an issue. The aircraft has a flight control problem related to the flaps and is looking to return to Las Vegas. An emergency is declared and the crew goes through their checklists prior to returning. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

Hello Air Traffic Out of Control fans...I'm excited to be back after a late summer hiatus! In this episode, we go to Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport (ATL). A Delta pilot radios the tower, reporting they believe they struck something. The tower confirms that they indeed hit the tail of another Delta aircraft, knocking the whole tail section off of a CRJ. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we go to Salt Lake City where two Delta airlines planes have a slight mishap on the tarmac. A Delta 737 preparing to take off for Santa Ana, clips the tail of another Delta Airbus A320 with its wing tip. Both aircraft sustained damage and had to return to their gates. Costly mistake for Delta. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, Delta flight 1245 is taking off from Palm Beach International Airport, bound for Boston, when the pilots receive a warning. The aircraft is alerting them of a left engine fire, so they request to return to Palm Beach immediately. The aircraft returns safely to the airport and emergency crews spring into action to make sure everyone on board remains safe. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we go back up to Oshkosh, where another crash has occurred during the massive AirVenture event. This time, a Diamond Twin Star aircraft was making its approach when the left wing and main gear impacted the runway. The plane ended up overshooting the runway and coming to rest in the grass. Nobody was injured during the incident thankfully. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we listen in as the tower at Ogden City Airport navigates a situation with a Cessna aircraft. The pilot has received a landing gear indication, so proceeds to do a low pass so the tower can do a visual check. The tower tells the pilot to hold while they ready emergency crews. All of a sudden, the pilot makes an urgent request to land, and then suddenly the plane goes down in a nearby neighborhood. Fortunately, both people on board survived the crash. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we go to Oshkosh, Wisconsin where it is opening day at AirVenture, a massive fly-in aviation conference with more than 10,000 planes normally in attendance. As air traffic control struggles to deal with the constant flow of aircraft, a plane is reported to have crashed in a nearby field and has caught fire. Unfortunately, both people on board sustained fatal injuries. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, a Southwest 737-79P is preparing to take off from Portland Maine to Baltimore when something goes sideways. The pilot accidentally takes off from a temporarily closed runway which had vehicles on it. Luckily, the vehicles were able to get out of the way and the flight departed without incident. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we fly over to Gothenburg, Sweden where a Ryanair Boeing B737-800 has just landed from Sarajevo. The pilot reports a possible fire on board and requests to evacuate on the runway. The tower confirms that there is indeed smoke coming from the aircraft and dispatches the fire department. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, United flight 1001 (B757) takes off from Los Angeles (LAX). Immediately, several other pilots radio the tower, to let them know they saw a tire fly off the United plane on take off. The tower initiates a runway inspection to determine which tire they are missing. To top it all off, at the end of the recording, you will hear another United flight, report a bird strike. Talk about a busy day for the controllers at LAX! Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast  

In this episode, we have a scary situation in Littleton, Colorado. A pilot is making an approach to Centennial Airport (KAPA) when he experiences an engine failure. The tower attempts to re-route the pilot but it's too late, so he needs to look for a place to make an emergency landing. Luckily, he gets the aircraft on the ground safely and is seen walking away from the site. Follow Amy Tango Charlie on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/atoocpodcast