About this episode
This episode discusses a helicopter flight across New York City that turns perilous due to adverse weather conditions and the pressures faced by the crew.
Dark clouds. A loaded helicopter. And a captain determined to go—no matter the cost. In this episode of “Never Again”, a hop across New York City turns into a white-knuckle fight against weather, pressure, and cockpit authority. As thunderstorms close in and visibility drops below legal minimums, a copilot is forced to choose between speaking up—or staying silent.
Topics covered
- aviation safety
- weather challenges
- cockpit authority
- decision making
- helicopter flight
Keywords
- helicopter
- thunderstorms
- visibility
- cockpit
- decision making
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: AOPA
Places: New York City
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