Breaking Down the Philadelphia Air Ambulance Crash: What Went Wrong?

[@Khan_O]

I love the fact how this guy gets to the point. No introductions. No BS. Straight to the explanation.

[@TXBullyMom]

Absolutely! That's the exact reason why I was waiting for his next video for this crash.

[@Shes50Now]

Yes everybody else begging for a follow, subscription, like, the weather, the kids geezzz🫤

[@SA-Bean-Bean]

Me too. I hate the intros and all the fanfare other channels put. Like they’re trying to be a tv show. I like real people and to the point.

[@RobertoCarlos-tn1iq]

you mean there's someone out there who is giving BS explanations for his base?

[@_Ozka]

because he's a professional making a video on a relevant topic and not a product to milk for ad revenue

[@sweetsunshine5738]

I’m a flight attendant and just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your take on these tragic accidents. There is so much speculation in the media. It’s reassuring to hear an educated analysis. Thank you. 🙏🏼

[@electricsanti4518]

Beautyful baby 😘

[@blakerh]

Stay safe up there!

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

@@electricsanti4518 Stop being cringe.

[@Crowhillgal]

Stop watching the media. They are doing what they have been doing for 8 yrs now....causing confusion and chaos.

[@abraxas511]

Sexay!

[@jeannine8155]

This is the type of person who should always be reporting these things. Just the facts and very reassuring. Thank you.

[@provisionalhypothesis]

nah I'd prefer it to be a man who goes on an unhinged racist rant instead that half the country worships as a god, that's what I think is more american. And if you don't like it... git out. Fucking dems and Biden and Obama or something

[@tomhaggard3352]

I'm 75 years old and I've NEVER heard a POTUS try to sell his biased opinions on a deadly plane crash.. NEVER.Ive never heard a potus try to lie his way out of a tough situation when it's obvious the buck stops at his desk. It's part of the job ,it always has been,do not make excuses for some charismatic leader...it makes you small.

[@Frossiart]

Captain Steeeve and 74 Gear! I haven't seen anything from Kelsey of 74 Gear yet, he may be out in the field.

[@tomhaggard3352]

Before trump experts were the folks that did in fact discussed these issues with the nation. The potus knows absolutely nothing about this stuff.

[@pamelasmith6221]

Yes. No fluff. No BS. Just straightforward facts in a nice calming voice.

[@loriecoffin7049]

Retired ATC here. Thank you Captain Steve. Great explanation and assurance of the safety of commercial aviation. It is still the safest way to travel with billions of movements of air traffic around the world every day.

[@elenarezuchova5649]

Interesting that nobody has used the T-word

[@wwaynemcg]

@@elenarezuchova5649 You just did. Not sure what Testicles has to do with the incident though.

[@JustMe-fo4ev]

@@elenarezuchova5649 Why is that interesting?

[@MaxSchmidl]

Thank you for not click baiting and having a real video that just presents information.

[@dylanjutagir3272]

Learjet pilot here. As Captain Steve hinted at, these pilots experienced a complete loss of control. My gut reaction seeing the video with the extremely steep descent and roll angle/rate at such low altitude points to flight control malfunction. Victor from VASaviation brought up a great point in the comments - these jets are extremely powerful and accelerate very quickly after takeoff. For this reason, I think a stall scenario in this case is less likely. I have flown out of Northeast Philly airport on the Lear countless times, and the initial departure climb only clears you to 2000'. Because of this, they would not have been climbing steeply enough to lose airspeed, especially in a Lear 55 which accelerates like a rocket in a shallow departure climb at takeoff thrust. We have a system onboard the Lear called a yaw damper. The yaw damper system automatically makes small inputs to the rudder surface to keep the fuselage aligned with the relative wind during turns and reduce unwanted roll/yaw movements (for example, in turbulence). Standard practice is to engage the yaw damper shortly after we bring the gear up on departure. In the simulator, we have run scenarios involving a failure of the yaw damper system on departure which causes the rudder surface to fully deflect to one side. This creates a very rapid roll/yaw that is extremely disorienting when you're flying in clouds with no visual reference. The problem has to be identified and corrected immediately or you will lose control of the airplane. The investigation will ultimately reveal what went wrong, but I figured I'd add my $0.02.

[@kragar4]

It will be interesting to see if we ever really know but I appreciate your expert analysis which makes sense And how it may counter Captain Steve’s speculation.

[@brentlance2379]

I think ur more on point.. that jet seemed to be full steam on the way down..not something that just drops out the sky cause it lost lift on the wings. Or had dual engines out.

[@JohnathanFireeater]

Within the range of outcomes, what are the chances you think it could be spacial disorientation? I'm not in aviation but I follow it closely and while far from an expert, I've been learning toward some type of catastrophic mechanical issue but mainly awaiting the proper reporting to come out later.

[@johnnybegood9285]

I'm only a 650 hr. PPL, but I thought I saw flames coming from that plane on decent, which makes me think this wasn't a "stall". Am I missing something?

[@riggitydoo5116]

I could see that appearing to be an instrument panel malfunction.

[@b.b.4807]

I like that you are giving details based on science and facts rather than just looking to blame others!

[@eldesgraciado6690]

In this case it wasn't DEI.

[@kevinholmes6148]

I see what you did there.Nice

[@kingswoodroadproductions6570]

@@eldesgraciado6690 Nice to know you got the answers.

[@pamelah6431]

Sometimes there is a legitimate reason to cast blame. Sometimes it's just unfortunate circumstances. The helicopter in DC was nearly 2x its allowed altitude. Regardless of which airplane they thought they were supposed to look at, if they'd been at their allowed altitude, the wreck wouldn't have happened. It's correct to lay blame. Here, who knows?

[@eldesgraciado6690]

@ He probably voted for Kamala.

[@jmmcna13]

Former Navy ATC here... came across your channel due to the recent tragic events that have occurred. Looking forward to watching more of your videos. This is an excellent breakdown of the events and is easy to understand for those unlike us whom are not in aviation.

[@Twordelius]

This gentleman does a better job of informing the people than those who work for the American government. Well done, sir!

[@vovcha01]

NTSB will conduct an investigation. They are not allowed to engage in on-the-spot conjectures. (Even careful and balanced ones like this.) it is important to recognize that civil servants, including the staff of NTSB, take their work seriously.

[@pamelasmith6221]

That’s easy to do when you speak the truth.

[@peterparler3246]

Government is busy with creating a narrative

[@notthatdonald1385]

@@pamelasmith6221 agreed

[@ycoyle2803]

@@pamelasmith6221 it’s easy for #47 to make up $h!t that people believe so it seems the truth is fungible.

[@jacobdundon2590]

Occurred 1 mile from my house. What I thought was thunder, due to the cloudy and rainy conditions, was actually this. Absolutely shocking and heartbreaking. 🙏🏻

[@Stranger_Than_Fiction299]

Were there any casualties on the ground or only those in the plane?

[@justjo7282]

I live about 3 miles away, and I thought the same thing!

[@dalet6250]

@@Stranger_Than_Fiction299 I just saw a report that said 1 fatality on the ground and at least 19 injured.

[@jacobdundon2590]

@@Stranger_Than_Fiction299 19 injured on the ground and 6 fatalities. All fatalities are from the aircraft itself I believe.

[@jaymerrifield4333]

Was there much wind? I havent seen a weather vid yet. Wonder if something like a microburst stalled them out

[@vanessacorder5712]

My heart breaks for that family. My daughter and I flew life flight 3 times, having such a sick kiddo is nerve-wracking enough. My heart goes out to that family. And the families of the life flight team, they are truly hero's what they do.

[@pamelasmith6221]

I just said to my son today, imagine the fear and concern having to fly a sick child to a hospital but then to endure that on the way??? It’s almost a cruel joke. How does that happen? I recall a crash, I think near me in Illinois, where a baby was being flown to a hospital at night and it was raining and the helicopter or plane flew into electrical power wires and crashed. It was tragedy on an already tragic situation. 😢

[@dianevadino]

When he said "I'm going to bring 300 of my best friends with me" I teared up. I love travel and I'm grateful to all these professionals helping us get to where we're going safely. This is truly the American spirit - no bluster, no marketing, no BS, just calm, empathy, expertise, and good will.

[@whyallthefuss201]

Like wise. Coincidentally, he’s a pilot at “American” Airlines

[@badbenz6235]

Capt. Steve..you are a calming voice during a very sad time..God bless you.

[@nesheiwg]

Thanks Captain Steve for informing the public in a professional and calm manner.

[@DJVARAO]

This is the Captain we all deserve.

[@ProgNoizesB]

@@DJVARAO As good as he can be, this is all speculations IF a flight goes a normal way. He don't know what has happened and thus speculate on something that he don't know what happened.

[@VDeeO_Buff]

@@ProgNoizesBYou’re just repeating what he said and what he acknowledged in his video and trying to sound “nobel”. You aren’t adding any new information so why are you even commenting? Waste of time comment.

[@JeffTiberend]

He also mentioned that it was to go to Springfield, IL, it was actually heading to Springfield, MO.

[@zydeho]

I want Steve to be my pilot!! and I love his demeanor in these videos and how he is straightforward and cogent without a lot of dribble and fluff

[@sydneyaREY]

I really appreciate your candor with the recent air disasters. Our country needs people like you keeping our heads screwed on right.

[@Dutchy-1168]

Very sorry for the crew and passengers involved! ‼️‼️🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@girlnextdoor0703]

Best take on this crash I’ve seen. Thank you for being a voice of reason in this tragedy. Prayers for everyone impacted. ❤

[@CountryLivingOnTheFarm]

Captain Steve, thank you for taking the time to make these videos. You’ve explained it very well both incidents the CRJ and Medivac. Safe travels to London ✈️

[@botman9391]

Another no BS explanation from a serious person. Thank you for the reasonableness of your explanation Captain Steeeve.

[@tomsmith9011]

He,s a plant....and a joke

[@JosephThomas-t3n]

If it stalled why is there a fireball behind it like it's being pushed like a missle. I've never seen a fireball the length of the jet coming out of the engines

[@KingKong-ws6zx]

​@@tomsmith9011Okay bot.

[@joex24b]

@@JosephThomas-t3n You sound like a jet propulsion engineer. I'll listen to you.

[@davidschwartz5127]

BS does not survive long in aviation.

[@johnfroelich8554]

I can't believe I'm watching Captain Steeve so soon again

[@sclyde3078]

Right? Thats how I feel this is not normal. Cuz it isn’t. wtfigo

[@DiutoAjoku]

@@johnfroelich8554 I literally thought the same! TRAGIC😭 I found his channel for the first time yesterday cos of the DC crash😢

[@pamelasmith6221]

I know. I just found his channel because of the other accident and now I’m watching him again. Sad but he’s great at explaining everything.

[@pamelasmith6221]

@@DiutoAjoku I almost posted the same thing you did but I just saw your comment now. It’s crazy.

[@GirlWhat74]

Same!!!

[@aaronwebb8033]

Pilots on social media give the best analysis of probability of causes in situations like this. It makes total sense in both situations. Determining the reasons is where it gets tricky. Thank you for the informed perspective on both incidents

[@deniselanglois6193]

Without all the blah blah blah. Thank you for saying that

[@bobd2659]

Yup! I saw the Fox News first report (I know...but the reporter was a few blocks away getting dinner, so first on scene). He went on ad nauseam about 'potential' reasons - spending a LOT of time talking about icing/de-icing, even AFTER saying how warm it was! I'm NOT a meteorologist, but I know enough that it couldn't be the cause...after about 15 mins they brought in their weather person who said...NO. Like full rebuke of the reporters assertions. I'll always go with a pilot or other authority, even for speculation, because they KNOW what is likely or unlikely. Could they be wrong on why, sure. But as you said, reasons are where it gets tricky.

[@geralyn-mm]

@@bobd2659 well the first mistake was watching Fox - they are NOT news. They are entertainment - that was their corporate defense in the Dominion voting machine defamation case. That excuse may have helped the fine to total out at $787.5 Million. They are liars, propagandists, and click bait.

[@user-pn2qq9bd7d]

Captain Steve needs to report all the news to us. I completely understood everything without confusion. His voice is calming and caring. Thank you for posting the video.

[@MDanM]

Man, you are the best. You have a soul of gold, and it shows in your words, in your gaze, in your smile, and on your face. Thank you!

[@RND-x8m]

'Over 300 of my best friends'...as a Brit who has only just found you what a true professional you are. Thank you. I see the strange ideas of what it was let alone how it happened but you sir are doing a cool calm job looking at it as a long standing pilot trying to calm everyone down. May the deceased souls be in peace. Safe flying sir...🙏🇬🇧

[@tinafittc]

I'm British too, and flow into Charlotte Douglas Airport. Wonder if that was by Captain Steeeve flying the plane

[@RND-x8m]

@tinafittc I would fly with him anywhere he's human!

[@essernobles1053]

Well said @RND.🖖

[@softhotty]

Thank you for this Captain Steve. I survived a plane crash in 1966. My dad, mother and I walked away after crashing just a minute or so after take-off. A piper Cherokee which was a rental had a tool left in the left wing. It jammed the left aileron just after take off. My dad reverted back to his training from a well respected instructor he had. "Keep flying the aircraft." he thought. As you said here, fly, navigate, communicate. We totaled the airplane but survived unscathed. The experts commended my father's performance in that event. People must know...they didn't feel a thing. They experienced terror before impact, but...like a light switch...out, upon impact. Feel for friends and family.

[@donnakliskey721]

How horrifying!! Thank God you and your family and others survived. Angels 😇 protected you. You all now have a renewed impact on life. May God guide you. ❤

[@ruthbickerstaffe1915]

Very well said. Thank you for your personal experience. Prayers for all 🙏🙏

[@lalanyalatham1278]

Wow thank God y’all survived and thank God for your father 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@exposingthetruth3821]

My uncle had mechanical failure as a pilot and used a barn and a tree, hitting the gap perfectly and cut the wings off to slow the wreck. All survived. Horrible scars and burns however.

[@juntaKhann]

that's not true i saw a man walking out of the wreckage completely covered in flames , whether he was a passenger or not we don't know yet but it definitely wasn't instant for someone ...

[@tz1592]

You're the best Captain Steve. This has been the saddest week for aviation I can remember since 9/11. Thank you for your reassurance.

[@oceancat0450]

You are fantastic at breaking this all down. Thank you, Captain Steve.

[@alexlindsey1169]

Very minor clarification but @ 0:55 you mention that "this one was going to Springfield Illinois". Pretty certain they were headed to Springfield-Branson National Airport in Missouri. Didn't mean to be petty or diminish your video in any way...although I doubt a man of your sensibility would take it that way. Great work. )

[@AlfonseGambino]

Kumbaya.

[@brandspro]

“They’re never going to respond…”, that brought a tear.

[@jerrywestin3447]

😢

[@colleenpeck6347]

Takes your breath away.💔

[@showusjustice523]

Same

[@kevinkemble3718]

here too

[@TXBullyMom]

Yeah that was rough to hear 😕 * also at the end when he says "I'm taking 300 of my best friends... and if you wanna come along..." bc it was very heartfelt

[@caffeinedriven1588]

It’s comforting hearing a man like this. And not just hearing who messed up. 🫡captain Steve.

[@stephaniedale8302]

Thank you for your input on this incident, and reassurences. My sister is chief flight nurse for Premier Jet. When we heard the news that a Medivac had gone down, our hearts sunk. Every day, our family know that shes safe and a dedicated flier. But we always worry. Our hearts go out to those poor souls involved in this sad medivac incident.. .... Thanks, Captian Steeeeeve !

[@digidottie]

About 10 years ago I was on a flight that was landing in San Francisco, we were nearly to the runway and the plane just dropped, literally dropped, the pilot got the plane back in the air and when he made an announcement that we hit an air pocket you can tell in his voice that he was as shaken as we were. I've taken flights halfway around the world to NZ and the Philippines and have experienced massive turbulence, but the experience in San Fran is something I'll never forget and I'm thankful for the pilot for taking control. That experience did not stop me from flying, there is too much to see and do and I'm fortunate enough to be in an a point in time where it is possible to see the world.

[@xeniakay193]

what is an air pocket

[@andrewo.9412]

You mean like a down draft? Scary.

[@-KingOfKhaos]

@@xeniakay193Air pockets are a fictional thing… they don’t exist. What does exist are things call eddies and turbulence, as well as wind shear. Chances are the person above experience turbulence close to the ground (likely an Eddie from a larger aircraft in front of their plane) which caused a loss of lift temporarily… up at 38,000 feet it’s not a big deal as there are thousands of feet to recover… but if it happens on approach to landing, strong eddies or turbulence or shear have caused aircraft to slam into the ground. It’s the one reason pilots must maintain larger separation when making their landing approach behind a larger aircraft (or large aircraft period)

[@Tinks82]

That is scary, & I've experienced a few of those myself. I've also been on two other flights, where I really thought it was going to be the end. SCARY when we're not in control & and put our trust, in other hands. 🙏❤️

[@Tinks82]

​@@xeniakay193An air pocket is air turbulence in the atmosphere & the air pressure changes rapidly. It causes a plane to suddenly drop or move violently.

[@maxwedge5683]

100% truth. No speculation, no accusations, no politics. You are a tribute to the aviation industry.

[@mrdwmoss69]

And not even the whole recording ..😂

[@KA218]

POLITICS but sure let's pretend, Musk tweeted on Jan 9th "It will take an airplane crashing and killing hundreds of people for them to change this crazy policy of DIE" Also, he is not interfering in our social security benefits. Cause chaos to distract the public from what is coming. Don't be naive. MAGA does not care about us. They want to ruin this country to control us.

[@johntomasik1555]

I'd be surprised to find any pilot who'd throw out clickbait based on speculation. Usually the KZbin channels of these guys are straight up, no-nonsense information. This one is no exception.

[@Night_City_Vibes]

You know who doesn’t want to talk about politics people who voted for the Nazi party in the US.

[@VicWeil]

Thanks CPT Steeeve. You have presented a better scenario than any other person.

[@MesmerEyes2]

Appreciate you Captain Steeeve. Wish news media would deliver news the way you inform and educate.

[@mizzLopez]

I really appreciate how Captain Steve breaks things down. Unfortunately it doesn't make it any less heartbreaking.

[@judithcohen5234]

Captain Steve is absolutely brilliant and knowledgeable. I watch his educational videos all the time. This is such a sad day. The small girl had been in the hospital and was returning home. My sympathy for everyone involved in this crash.

[@MichaelHenderson-wt7vb]

Very informative!

[@billletson8233]

This is the BEST source for an educated brief of an incident for a non-aviation person. Clear, concise, and supplies a professional opinion. Great work Capt!

[@mahbriggs]

And wrong! The plane was on fire comming down. That was not caused by a stall!

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

@@mahbriggs No it wasn't.

[@denisebilby4947]

@@mahbriggscould an electro magnetic frequency have brought it down or 5 g?

[@mahbriggs]

@@ZiddersRooFurry Then what was on fire coming down in all the videos?

[@VDeeO_Buff]

@@mahbriggsDid you see it on fire coming down? I saw what looked like its lights still on. What’s your source that confirms it was on fire?

[@Mellowyellow3]

Thank you for taking your time to try to put some reasoning behind such a tragic event

[@hannahobrien9163]

I agree I feel much better about everything since listening to him. It’s still such a tragedy that all those lives were lost.

[@TwiPrime]

It's great to know you're there with information, confidence and care! ❤️

[@mizzpeach01]

My favorite kind of pilot. I appreciate your calming words and demeanor. Travel safely and Thank you for all you do.

[@edwardsisson3580]

Started off with your light hearted, informative shorts and now I get actual, real time, professional information. Thank you Captian Steve !!

[@rebeltvr6046]

Captain Steeeve is switching it up. He's here to stay.

[@hankschrader149]

My heart is broken, little girl had just gotten out of the Shriners Hospital for life saving surgery 😢😢😢. Capt Steeeve outstanding analogy of yet another horrific accident crash! Prayers to all the families involved 🙏.

[@williambilyk6201]

soehow the plane was not deiced before takeoff what a tragedy

[@perrywalton2464]

@@williambilyk6201please rephrase your comment.

[@youtubebane7036]

That's horrible I feel so sorry for that family. I wonder if the both the mother and father were on the plane with her

[@irieify9334]

@@youtubebane7036 I heard a report that it was just the mother.

[@dwightmcqueen5771]

Yea this bothers me badly for real

[@LilMzMandy]

Captain Steve, you are a hero Sir. There is nowhere else to get such straight to the point information on these two tragedies. It would IMO be in their best interest for the big news outlets to have you on for topics like this.

[@bamboowomandancing]

Flight crew, mother and child rest in peace.

[@donnakliskey721]

🙏 ❤

[@shrimpflea]

And the person killed on the ground.

[@oldtimer7635]

@@donnakliskey721 If you are a believer, tell me, why god killed those people?

[@Aurumfae]

@@oldtimer7635we live in a fallen world. Sin was brought about by man, not God. The world and the people in it are marred by sin. Bad things happen because the world is bad... but rest assured the Lord will return someday to right the wrongs of the devil. Read the Bible and you can learn about such things as well 🙏🏼

[@oldtimer7635]

@@Aurumfae You didn't answer my question (big surprise). Those people were bad?

[@G34RH34D]

I read a comment on another video that the plane looked like it was on fire as it came down. Implying that perhaps there may have been problems with medical equipment like an oxygen tank exploding that may have contributed to this disaster. Someone else said it just looked like the lights from the plane itself. Regardless which it turns out to be, it's a tragic, and my heart goes out to all those that lost their lives, and their loved ones.

[@esrider7765]

I saw same video and it did look like it was on fire.

[@VictoriaMarch13]

It looked like it was on fire to me as well.

[@lucillerobledo6363]

Yes exactly! It was on fire, almost looked like a meteorite 😨

[@don2deliver]

I saw the doorbell video where you saw the bottom of the plane and all the lights and no flash until it hit the ground. But video from the other direction showed a bright flash that you might assume was an explosion that could be seen thru the cockpit windows but not under the plane.

[@wb6anp]

I also read that may inadvertent TR deployment, pictures of the aircraft shows Aeronca TR which had that known problem.

[@D.K-n1i]

Thank you Cpt.Steve from a " just retired" long time Flight Attendant German Airline Lufthansa. So good you explain to all of us🙏

[@tarheelfans98]

Thank you Captain. I appreciate your time and input. Both are incredibly tragic incidents. Sending prayers.

[@jacalyntweedie5377]

Thank you, Captain Steeeve. I'm glad I found you. My eldest sister was a pilot (she was an air traffic reporter for WHWH Princeton in the 1980's). I could always get her opinion on what happened but she passed on Jan. 3rd. She taught me that flying is the safe mode of travel and that I could have confidence in my pilot. I'm hoping to go to London this year but tomorrow is too soon. Safe travels, sir.

[@doreer.8960]

Whenever I travel by air in the future, I'm going to ask for Capt. Steeve's flight!!!

[@Divinelightc1]

The only dude that will make me feel secure about flying and not scared. God bless you Sir ❤

[@beatricenilsson4530]

Thank you captain for the reassurance. My daughter is FA and I feel increasingly worried for her long flights every week now. Feeling better now, thank you! 🙏❤️

[@Daymickey]

Thank you so much for this. We need more of this straightforward, measured approach in our feeds and on our screens.

[@pauljames9596]

Just came across this. More of this no-nonsense explanation is NEEDED! Well explained Captain!!

[@MnT_Travels]

So tired of the media bringing on their "experts" to give some word salad that says nothing about actual possibilities. Nice to hear from someone with actual knowledge of the environment in which they are talking about. Thank you

[@westcoastbred7745]

He's a pilot not a mechanic

[@willhays3963]

@@MnT_Travels woke dad

[@rossi5839]

Fox had an expert that said the jet exploded mid-air. Its frustrating, yes people want answers and explanations but premature conjecture and blaming just adds to the confusion.

[@willhays3963]

@@MnT_Travels Corey

[@ericcarson342]

I can't trust main news outlets.

[@Yabd13]

2025 is not a good year for aviation so far

[@EthanThatGuy]

Average 3 plane crashes every day per FAA stats

[@zlp2338]

2024 was a bad year for aviation and now also 2025

[@JD-rx2kh]

We’re just highlighting and able to see them now - this happens all the time. If you think recent 2024/2025 plane crashes are the only ones that have happened you’re naive

[@jrz14848]

The population gets bigger and the problems get bigger with it.

[@bertkreft9689]

😥

[@Thankful305]

I hope everyone listened till the end, as you encouraged and made us feel assured by your kindness and concern ~ THANK YOU CAPTAIN Steeeve ♥

[@dragnflei]

I’m so glad I found your channel. I really appreciate your no-hype, calm, measured analysis.

[@hankschrader149]

Same! He's the best imo on KZbin

[@tonyb6485]

Too calm. This is not reasonable.

[@slickyjorj]

In a country where everything that happens is politicized, much appreciated analysis.

[@Angelum_Band]

Blancolirio does a thorough analysis also.

[@Angelum_Band]

​@@hankschrader149Gear 74, Mentour Pilot, Blancolirio are in that list also.

[@VASAviation]

Thanks for the commentary, thanks for the mention. Waiting for some preliminary to know further on this accident. As a corporate pilot myself, what first hit my mind was some kind of jammed stab or control malfunction - or even stall. These planes have way more power than weight and we climb like real rockets and it might be tricky to control in certain circumstances.

[@clath2823]

That’s what I think too. I think they had a massive control failure and they got stuck in a nose dive. Maybe they didn’t check the flight controls during pre flight?

[@VeritasIncrebresco]

How tf was the plane not thoroughly checked before take off? Woke hiring practices creating a competency crisis, leading to more disasters.

[@mattdelon1039]

@VeritasIncrebresco woke? Those pilots probably have years of experience and are likely very qualified to fly

[@garycastronova7939]

In one video it is clearly seen that the jet is on fire before hitting ground.

[@clath2823]

@ right probably disables the flight controls. Not sure if they are hydraulic or pull string but both could be destroyed in a fire.

[@liveevents9191]

Hi Captain Steeeve. I am also a pilot and thought that may have been what happened when I saw the video. It almost looked like it was spinning to me on one video. I sure like listening to you,,,, someone with tons of common sense and great presentation. Thanks SO much for all of your videos. Very sad week for everyone.

[@nobeardthepirate8569]

From that Ring camera video, it looked like there was a flash of fire in midair, then it came down trailing flames. Am I wrong?

[@EBMisKing]

Absolutely appreciate your expertise and ability to communicate with an audience. Thank you for your hard work. We love you Captain Steeeve!

[@Denisse2ecu]

Thank you captain Steeeve for covering this. Super sad situation. The way that plane went down.. that does not seem normal.

[@elricofmelnibone425]

I agree, Captain Steeeeve is great!

[@traviscoates6878]

It seemed to be under power as they reached the ground

[@appaloosa42]

Makes me wonder about possibility of sabotage at Philly.

[@madmaxfzz]

It was normal for a plane crash. The question is WHY.... and I think the Cptain gave his best explanation with limited information and lots of experience. It is a sad unfortunate mishap, but Shit Happens. Physics does what it does.

[@andsoitbegins464]

​@@madmaxfzz Well said Max!👍

[@TheAngelaDuke]

Thrilled that I found someone like you on TikTok and now on KZbin. Thank you for explaining these past two unfortunate situations in laymen terms. Safe travels, Captain Steeeve! Best, Angela

[@buzzbrayable]

You add a layer of professionalism and credibility to your videos that is missing from the media. They try, but they haven't your knowledge. Thank you for posting this. Your humanity shows through. Thank you again, sir. Happy landings!

[@INTERNA9]

Thank You Captain Steeeve

[@reesagames]

Condolences to all affected by this accident. Have fun and safe travels, Captain Steeeve!

[@diedf47]

Captain Steeeve, your explanation of the mid air collision to the crash in DC to the most recent crash in Philadelphia. Has been more informative, insightful & articulate than any media I have watched. I want to thank you sincerely, for being such a great person 1st and foremost and 2nd for you incredible professionalism as a seasoned aviator. As an American that was confused & concerned about our flight safety, after 2 major incidents so close. You honestly have given a sense of understanding & ease, but let us not forget those in mourning due to these tragedies. Thank you

[@MayfairDonny]

As someone who lives less than a mile from the crash site ... Thank you! Thank you for your detailed and extremely thorough explanation. Thank you!

[@SundayMorning1234-l2r]

Wow that was close did you hear the explosion? So sad

[@aprillester-proctor1006]

I’ve learned a lot from your newest videos. Thank you so much for not add fluff and only stating facts from your extensive experiences as a pilot. Thank you again!!

[@lisaincolor4289]

Capt. Steeve is the equivalent of picking up an "Aviation for Dummies" book. Excellent explanation and easy to understand! ❤️ Prayers up to all the victims loved ones 🙏🏾

[@glidewell19]

I hope most Pilots are like you. You truly care about your profession and even call your passengers your best friend. Many prayers for a safe flight.

[@leannebalmer5184]

I really hope they,r a lot more like him too. Genuine, and passion for this. This is awful for USA.. So sad to watch, im in Scotland, and sending love to everyone effected

[@milesdyson5211]

3:37 I'm a pilot myself and busy or not doesn't mean radio silence even amongst themselves in the cockpit even if they were to change the channel frequency for the control tower. Something else needs to be looked into. MY QUESTION IS : Whos' to say there were actually Pilots to begin with, inside the Aircraft(s)? Military Helicopter and this Lear 55? Now that President Trump made significant changes to the FAA administration, all of a sudden this happens. Huummm!!

[@DrRDW]

​@@milesdyson5211random series of events. This is something humans struggle with. It's called preceptor of randomness. It's called apophenia.

[@lindapereboom]

JMHO as a retired flight nurse of 25 years and 3000 flights if you are asking this question I question your qualifications. CRM is critical. I had 7 precautionary landings in 25 yrs. Outbound 1 crew upfront with pilot and inbound 2 med crew in back. In our 105 all 3 of us were together. In our 117 and 145 there was cabin separation. Med crew had full access to radio heads in the rear cabin and we able to do comms if pilot was busy. Both of these events are devastating but your insinuations are very disturbing.

[@milesdyson5211]

@@DrRDW Yup Just like 9/11, J6 and the Covid Plandemic. The wildfires in Colorado, California and Hawaii. Funny the fires like those don't happen anywhere else in the world like that. I get it. It's called a Conspiracy, when the truth is hidden in plain sight, it's also called a distraction, so the argument itself is the focus rather than the actual event and the strange anomalies surrounding it.

[@Cowgirlkate]

I’m the daughter of a distinguished flying cross recipient, and Capt of an airlines with over 70 years of flying under his belt. Best thing he told all of us kids was that we were safer in the air than on the ground; I live by his words and his example even at my age of 66 years young. RIP Capt. Joe ❤️👍🏻

[@ladyb7327]

Tell that to the 19 injured and one dead on the ground. 💔

[@Iyliyah]

Not sure how this was good timing to share this as we’re talking about a major loss of lives in a span of just days in the air. This can come off quite dismissive

[@MsaAli-zy4vx]

​@Iyliyah ppl have the need to know to help make air travel safely a priority as it is better. And reassure the public. Peace Out!

[@Alexander-dt2eq]

sure this was edge cases, the one in south korea: could have been avoided without the wall. the one in Washington. could have been avoided - airspace just too full over there. so in the future its gonna be even safer to fly!

[@colleenkerr4237]

Ive been told the same thing since I was little and I literally just told my 10 yr old this the other night when the other plane crashed. She's always begging to go fly somewhere. She wants to ride in a plane so bad, but I'm terrified even though I've flown twice and loved it.

[@orion848]

Captain Steve, thank you for your service and insights. God bless the victims and their families.

[@weezie78]

Probably the best depiction of the incident. Thank you Sir .

[@StefunnyStrange]

I REALLY needed this! THANK YOU. This calmed me down a lot because I have a flight coming up and have been so nervous.

[@starbet]

Once again, thank you for being a calm, professional, credible voice of reason in the face of these tragedies.

[@fitybux4664]

You can tell this captain might be able to take it calmly during a disaster and not panic. (Quite important!)

[@Laurgal5]

Thank you so much, Captain Steve, for your well thought-out, measured evaluations of these two tragedies. And please, take care of yourself through this difficult time.......

[@lolalyle9333]

Thank you for covering this. You are calm you’re not doing conspiracy theories. My heart goes out to the families of all these people. May all these people RIP🙏

[@meoptica8602]

What conspiracy theories? The fact that the aircraft was in flames while falling?

[@michaelfisher7170]

@@meoptica8602 is that a consensus from witnesses?

[@ninetailedfox579121]

​@@meoptica8602No, since the DC crash even our own president is trying to blame these incidents on DEI.

[@madeeparisi3543]

​@@ninetailedfox579121NOT MY PRESIDENT!!!!!! 🤬🤬🤬 Not even a month in office and the "BS" is still flowing like lava... God help us all . Capt Steve...you are a true pleasure to listen to. Thank you

[@DiutoAjoku]

That plane literally FELL OUT OF THE SKY. God have mercy!!😓 so many heartbreaking incidents already. May their SOULS REST IN PERFECT PEACE!❤️🙏🏾

[@rh8152]

It looked like a missile. It was going so fast!

[@LazySusan.]

My YT algo sent me a short about an Alaskan Airlines flight that looked like this. Sadly crashed into the water. The pilots were trying so hard to get the situation under control for minutes. Which actually sounds worse.

[@Danny451]

Apparently, god didn't have mercy.

[@weareallone6148]

Thank you, Captain for keeping us informed about these Tragic Aviation events in the past few days. This is really a dire time for all of us regarding what’s going right now. Prayers to the families. This is so heartbreaking.

[@susankelseyville1035]

Thank you for the information. So sorry for all the lives lost.

[@ccurry1760]

Thanks Captain Steve. When I learned there was another crash, I decided to look for your professional initial analysis. I don't want to hear from mainstream news until they have reports from the assigned expert accident inspectors. Other types of reports just needlessly churn anxiety. Your video is actually reassuring.

[@boo4252]

It's just hard to hear all this when your only daughter is a flight attendant. Prayers for these families affected by this.

[@georgeforall]

Hits closer to home when you have family members who fly for a living.😢

[@annenunney9907]

Yes prayers for these families ❤

[@PeteG143]

Thank you Captain Steve. I’m sure everyone in the aviation industry takes each of these very personally.

[@knockywigglesworth1909]

Thanks for your knowledge & experience! Great explanation!

[@The_Draque]

Would be lovely to have you as our Captain. Thank you for all that you do. Safe flying sir.

[@teaeff8898]

Horrible 😞. I didn’t realize it happened that soon after takeoff. Thanks for your info.

[@jlynn5680]

Thank you, Captain Steve, for helping put others at ease! ❤

[@BillFleming-q8o]

Thank you for giving us some insight on both accidents. I appreciate it.

[@usernamekalie]

I’ve always been told that “you have a higher chance of getting in a car accident (crash) than a plane accident…” But my take is: I also have a higher chance of surviving a car crash than a place crash. Still I fly and I have faith in God to put me on an airplane w skilled and competent pilots and flight attendants, who all plan to take off and land safely at our destination. Thank you and God bless you Captain Steeeve! I pray you have a safe and joyful trip to London!

[@pynn1000]

2002 to 2022, 796 people died during US air travel. 73% of air travel deaths involved on-demand air taxis, 10 seats or fewer. Passenger car + truck accidents accounted for 552,009 deaths those years. This helps me during take-off, know my fear is illogical, facts help - a bit.

[@eduardhenny1]

God shouldn't be in this discussion, engineers make safe flight.

[@FlowerSupply420]

You misheard. You were told you have a higher chance of *dying* in a car crash than a plane crash.

[@aaronlandry3934]

@@eduardhenny1 You shouldn’t join a conversation with nothing to say

[@erso3302]

​@@pynn1000How many people survive plane crashes? People generally understand that the odds of crashing are very low, but they also understand they will die if the plane stops flying. That is the fear.

[@Marmiteeater]

Your channel appeared in my feed and I’m grateful for your expertise and explanations. Straight talking and precise clear language which makes it easy to follow and focus. Thanks again Captain Claire, London England

[@nicoleminnar2627]

It's still safer to fly than it is to drive. Thousands of "accidents" happen in cars everyday. I think most shouldn't be called car accidents because distracted or impaired 10:30 driving is a choice, not an accident.... the point is, flying is still safe. Thanks for sharing your knowledge about these crashes

[@jamesjamesjames1]

Flying is safe sure, I've always found this argument a little odd though because if there were as many planes in the sky as there are cars on the road we'd probably see some different numbers

[@Tafari271]

Trust me hate that argument so much, thing is you probably can survive a car crash a plane crash is more unlikely and just the thought of sitting there waiting to die as messed up

[@The_Riddler21]

Not if you are flying on a Boeing. Thats 100% death !!!

[@rabbitroyale1315]

The difference is is that when a plane crashes there's possibly up to 200+ people that die like we saw in Jeju Air last month... not just 1 car and 2 people killed. So statistically it may even out at this point? there's been so many accidents and near accidents due to poor maintenance and negligence in commercial aviation. In Colorado last year we had several small plane crashes in suburban areas!

[@ninetailedfox579121]

​@@jamesjamesjames1But there aren't and there never will be, so that is simply an illogical line of thought.

[@billrivenbark8983]

I’m a retired A&P mechanic and yours is the best of the accident report videos. I’m with you in saying this plane stalled either from weight and balance issues or engine failures.

[@jetfan1535]

I learn alot from u Captain Steve. I pray for the lost souls in these tragedies. Flight crews have a HUGE responsibility. FLY SAFE!!

[@Cher2CA]

THANK YOU CAPTAIN STEEEVE!!!!!!💗 MAY DEAR GOD KEEP YOU AND ALL THE PASSENGERS SAFE!!!!!🙏🙏🙏

[@Jadedfaeri]

I was waiting, hoping you would give us your thoughts. Thank you for your professional unbiased opinion. Very tragic. My heart goes out to all of these victims.

[@susanakfogel8217]

Thank you, Captain Steve. I’ve just found you only a few weeks ago. And I’ve enjoyed your videos and I especially appreciated the one from the DC crash and the one I’m commenting on. I’m about to fly to Hawaii. You can imagine that I was hoping that these two flights were not connected because of the issue ofnot enough ATC’s at the airport. You have made me feel more confident again about our airline safety. Thank you.

[@chrisw4591]

Thanks for these in depth videos about these incidents Steve

[@Leigh659]

Thank you for educating us.

[@1topbaron559]

Now if we could only educate Trump and his base.

[@rejeannenicholson2024]

My heart is broken over these two air plane crashes within one week. Praying for their loved ones…💔🙏🏾✝️

[@Speedbird_Concorde]

Praying won’t help. The Almighty wanted this.

[@fitybux4664]

@@Speedbird_Concorde Ehh... praying won't help, making sure everyone isn't stressed about losing their jobs, and having the proper employees in place, will help. (Not firing 100 people from the FAA, as they did.)

[@benjaminthe1st]

Thank you sir, for explaining this in simple & technical terms. This is great timing and wish you safe journeys to the UK.