In this episode of Mayday Air Disaster, the video recounts the tragic story of Alaska Airlines Flight 261, which crashed in January 2000 due to a catastrophic failure of its jackscrew, a critical tail component. The accident, which claimed 88 lives, was precipitated by insufficient maintenance and extended service intervals. The investigation revealed systemic negligence within the airline and significant regulatory oversights. The narrative highlights the human cost of this disaster, the technical failures involved, and the profound impact on the victims' families. This episode delves deep into the tragic events and their aftermath.

Mayday Air Disaster | S01:E05

00:00 - Introduction and Immediate Alarm
01:04 - Flight 261: A Catastrophic Failure
02:19 - Passengers on Board
03:21 - Experienced Crew and Aircraft Background
05:44 - Early Signs of Trouble
10:00 - Troubleshooting Mid-Flight
13:32 - Desperate Maneuvers to Control the Plane
18:32 - Maintenance and Regulatory Failures
27:16 - The Crash and Immediate Aftermath
36:02 - Investigation and Findings
49:05 - Memorial and Reflections

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