# E187 - Paul Craig, Killing Zone 3rd Edition & Story Time

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Podcast: [Behind the Prop](https://stenobird.com/podcast/behind-the-prop-1368553)
Published: 2026-02-09T12:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2949

## Resource

This episode of Behind the Prop explores how safety culture and decision-making directly impact accident prevention in aviation. Bobby Doss, Wally Mulhern, and Paul Craig discuss why complacency, especially as experience grows, remains one of the most dangerous threats to pilots. They break down accident data showing that most accidents are survivable, reinforcing the need to prevent all accidents—not just fatal ones. The conversation also highlights the evolution of The Killing Zone and why practical understanding matters more than rote memorization in real-world flying. Ultimately, this episode reinforces that vigilance, humility, and applied knowledge are essential at every stage of a pilot’s career.

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