An air traffic controller cleared an American Airlines jet for takeoff while a Delta flight was on final approach to an intersecting runway. A Delta crew's 'excellent situational awareness' prevented a disaster, but experts warn the system needs urgent staffing and technology upgrades to avoid future incidents.
The tape Airlines Confidential · Jul 1
“The most serious incident last weekend was Saturday morning when an American Airlines 737 was cleared for takeoff on runway 27 at Boston Logan, while a Delta Airlines A319 was on short final on 33 left.”
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The Atlas Obscura Podcast · Richard Etheridge and the Pea Island Life Saving StationJun 30
In an 1896 storm that washed away the beach, Richard Etheridge's all-black Life-Saving Service crew faced impossible odds. Unable to fire their rescue cannon, two men swam through the raging surf to save all 98 passengers of a distressed ship.
The Thoughtful Travel Podcast · 394 Unusual AccommodationJul 1
James Ward describes the 'experiential luxury' of staying in a Zambian bush camp where only a thin mesh screen separates you from the wildlife, recounting the moment a bull elephant came up to sniff his tent and outdoor bathroom.