Air Crash Investigation

200314 series
Available on Nat Geo HD
Nat Geo HD

Catastrophic incidents in aviation history are meticulously re-enacted, providing insight into what went wrong and if the crashes and near-disasters could have been prevented. Accounts from survivors combine with computer images to weave these gripping tales, and expert testimony reveals the hows and whys behind these events, some of which have resulted in important changes to aviation safety and regulations.

Peril Over Pakistan: Episode Image
Episode 5Peril Over Pakistan

On final approach to Islamabad in heavy fog, Airblue Flight 202 slams into the Himalayan foothills, killing all onboard. (2 of 10) 7+

Divided in Crisis: Episode Image
Episode 7Divided in Crisis

Air traffic controllers hear an explosion when an Air Algérie flight lifts off. Moments later, the Boeing 737-200 crashes in the Sahara. (3 of 10) 7+

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