The Mystery of British Airways Flight 38

A routine approach to landing became a life-threatening emergency when a passenger aircraft suddenly lost power from both engines just moments before reaching the runway. Although initial investigations found no obvious mechanical failures, the search for answers revealed a hidden problem caused by extreme flight conditions. Ice crystals had formed inside the fuel system during the long journey and later blocked the fuel supply at a critical moment, leaving the engines without enough power. Through quick decisions and precise handling, the crew managed to control the damaged aircraft and make a hard landing that allowed everyone on board to survive. The investigation uncovered a previously unknown risk, leading to major design improvements and new safety measures across the aviation industry. You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms: https://linktr.ee/Air_Crash_Chronicles Produced by Podcai Studio: https://www.podcaistudio.com/