In this post-Christmas episode of the Black Box Aviation Podcast, Tom and Mike recap the holidays, listener corrections, airline life on the road, and dive deep into recent aviation accidents and industry discussions.

The guys break down listener call-outs and corrections from the Christmas episode, talk airline schedules, training culture, and what it’s really like balancing family life with flying during the holidays. From childhood Christmas nostalgia to international travel prep, nothing is off the table.

The conversation turns serious as Tom and Mike revisit the Greg Biffle Citation 550 crash, analyzing what we currently know from the NTSB preliminary findings, including flight path data, CVR recovery, emergency communications, and potential power or configuration issues. They also compare this tragedy to other notable business jet accidents, including the Thurman Munson Citation crash and the Learjet 60 accident involving Travis Barker.

This episode blends aviation safety analysis, airline culture, personal stories, and industry insight—the exact mix that makes the Black Box Aviation Podcast a must-listen for pilots, aviation professionals, and anyone fascinated by flying.

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