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Days Like These — True Stories
It's a hot jolt of dread in your stomach, the cold sweat breaking out on your palms. You're watching the clouds cruise by from the cabin of the plane when turbulence hits. Usually, it's short-lived. You tell yourself 'everything will be okay'. But British Airways Flight 09 was far from usual. For the passengers and crew aboard, that one terrifying moment would stretch out into the longest 12 minutes of their lives.
20:28•24 Nov 2020
Speedbird Nine: A Flight's 12 Minutes of Terror and Triumph
“We're flying, we're not going to die.”
Imagine you're on a plane, cruising at a comfortable altitude, when suddenly, turbulence hits. It's usually a brief scare, right? But for those aboard British Airways Flight 09, that turbulence turned into a nightmare that lasted an excruciating 12 minutes. In this gripping episode of 'Days Like These', you'll be taken inside the cabin of Speedbird Nine during its most harrowing moments.
This isn't just a story about fear; it's about survival, resilience, and the remarkable strength of the human spirit. With first-hand accounts from the crew and passengers, you'll feel the raw emotions and tension as they navigate this life-threatening ordeal. The episode also sheds light on the airline industry's protocols and how they play out in real-time crises. But it goes beyond the technical aspects, delving into the mental health impacts and trauma that such an event can leave behind.
Whether you're fascinated by aviation or drawn to stories of human endurance, this episode offers a riveting look at what happens when ordinary people face extraordinary challenges. It's a tale of terror turned triumph, sure to leave you on the edge of your seat.

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