John Cox is a retired airline captain. He explains safety features of modern airlines and redundant systems.
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Do planes have cameras in the cabin or lavatory? And how does an airplane take off? Ask the Captain
John Cox is a retired airline captain. He explains cabin cameras, takeoff aerodynamics, and controlling a plan with the “side stick.”
Is the program that guarantees flights to small communities really working? Ask the Captain
Captain John Cox shares his thoughts on Essential Air Service that helps smaller communities. Plus, he shares how non-citizens can become U.S. pilots.
How often do airline pilots find problems during preflight walk-arounds?
This week, Captain John Cox reveals the problems that show up during preflight walk-arounds and how often airliners undergo major maintenance.
What’s the process for pilots returning to flight after COVID-19? What’s involved in retraining?
Capt. John Cox discusses the retraining process for pilots returning to flight after the pandemic and what changes he’d like to see addressed.
How often do planes refuel? Are airlines prepared to deal with a lithium battery fire on board?
This week, John Cox highlights a problem with the FAA’s guidance on dealing with lithium battery fires in electronic devices while in flight.
Which airlines hold themselves to a higher safety standard? Who puts oxygen masks back after deployment?
This week, Captain John Cox reassures a fearful flyer and reveals who puts oxygen masks back in their stowed position after deployment.
What causes plane crashes? Is it human error, weather or aircraft issues?
Nearly all aircraft accidents are cause by several contributing factors. There is almost never a single, simple cause.
Can turbulence alone cause a plane to crash? Here’s what an airline pilot had to say
Does turbulence freak you out when flying? Rest assured that planes can withstand rough air a lot more than most people realize.
Ask the Captain: How is severe turbulence defined and who flies the plane in those conditions?
This week, pilot John Cox explains the difference between heavy turbulence and severe turbulence and whether autopilot is used in those conditions.