Why Planes Crash

An Accident Investigator's Fight for Safe Skies

By: David Soucie, Ozzie Cheek

Narrated by: Mike Chamberlain

Boarding an airplane strikes at least a small sense of fear into most people. Even though we all have heard that the odds of being struck by lightning are greater than the odds of perishing in a plane crash, it still doesn't feel that way. Airplane crashes might be rare, but they do happen, and they’re usually fatal. David Soucie insists that most of these deaths could be prevented. He’s worked as a pilot, a mechanic, an FAA inspector, and an aviation executive. He’s seen death up close and personal - deaths of colleagues and friends that might have been prevented if he had approved certain safety measures in the aircrafts they were handling. His years of experience have led Dave to become an impassioned consultant on the topic of airline safety. This includes not only advising the Obama administration, but also taking a leading role in the congressionally funded NextGen interdepartmental initiative in regards to both the department of transportation and the departments of defense, homeland security, FBI, CIA, and others. Find out the truth about airplane safety and discover what the future holds for air travel.

©2011 David Soucie (P)2012 Audible, Inc.

Must Read for anyone who Travels by Air

Easy to listen to, not a dry technical approach to the subject. Its more of a autobiography about a man who has greatly impacted aviation safety, while taking some hard blows by people more interested in money then safety.
The narration is superb, the story is compelling, the only negative I can think of is the title of the book, which I fear will cause readers to think its a dry technical book.

If you fly, give it a try.

More stories less personal details

Interested in subject matter but written by a pure bureaucrat to much attention to the nonessentials

Good Listen!

As an airplane flight instructor it’s nice to get an inside look of the FAA and the role of inspector and the authors viewpoint that most aviation accidents can be prevented really hits home.

I enjoyed this book.

It's a good look into the issues in aviation at the time. Definitely makes me rethink flying.

A Soaring Achievement in Aviation Literature

David Soucie's "Why Planes Crash" is an extraordinary addition to aviation literature, offering a perfect blend of expert knowledge and engrossing storytelling. Soucie simplifies complex aviation phenomena, making them accessible for all readers. His narrative style is vivid and engaging, turning technical incidents into page-turning stories that enlighten and fascinate.

The book's narration superbly complements the subject matter, enhancing the reader's understanding and immersion. Soucie's deep respect for aviation and dedication to factual exploration add layers of authenticity and intrigue to his work.

"Why Planes Crash" is truly one of the best aviation reads in years. Its brilliant combination of educational content and captivating storytelling leaves you wishing for more as you turn the last page. A must-read for any aviation enthusiast and a rewarding journey for the curious reader.