{"podcast":{"title":"NTSB News Talk – Aviation Accidents, Safety Investigations & Pilot Lessons","slug":"ntsb-news-talk-aviation-accidents-safety-investigations-pilot-lessons-7333682","podcast_index_feed_id":7333682,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/ntsb-news-talk/","website_url":"https://ntsb-news-talk.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/e59cce0d-ceac-4876-bb9e-2a7fa856e525/c6j-b92lxGaL0lGS87uijiqk.jpg","author":"Max Trescott | Aviation News Talk Network","episode_count":33,"summary":"NTSB News Talk is your go-to podcast for in-depth discussions of aircraft accidents, investigations, and the lessons pilots can’t afford to ignore. Hosted by award-winning aviation journalist Rob Mark and Max Trescott, a flight instructor who has trained as an accident investigator, this show breaks down recent NTSB reports, analyzes accident causes, and explores what every pilot, instructor, and aviation enthusiast can learn from these events. Whether you’re a student pilot, airline captain, or simply fascinated by aviation safety, NTSB News Talk brings you facts, context, and expert commentary—without sensationalism. Rob and Max balance serious safety insights with engaging conversation, making complex investigations accessible and informative. Each episode features real-world scenarios, industry trends, and sometimes, interviews with investigators, subject-matter experts, or those impacted by aviation incidents. Tune in to stay informed, sharpen your safety mindset, and better understand how aviation continues to evolve through hard-won lessons in the skies. Subscribe now and never miss a crash course in aviation safety.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-17T06:18:51.990744+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ntsb-news-talk-aviation-accidents-safety-investigations-pilot-lessons-7333682"},"episode":{"title":"NTSB Board Member Michael Graham on Safety Culture, SMS, and GA Risks","slug":"ntsb-board-member-michael-graham-on-safety-culture-sms-and-ga-risks","published_at":"2025-10-01T16:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ntsb-news-talk-aviation-accidents-safety-investigations-pilot-lessons-7333682/ntsb-board-member-michael-graham-on-safety-culture-sms-and-ga-risks","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ntsb-news-talk-aviation-accidents-safety-investigations-pilot-lessons-7333682","url":"https://ntsb-news-talk.captivate.fm","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/381036f6-cd93-4872-8056-2231b59838f4.mp3","summary":"In this episode of NTSB News Talk , hosts Max Trescott and Rob Mark welcome Michael Graham, a current member of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), for a deep discussion on the agency’s work and the broader state of aviation safety Graham begins by clarifying the role of NTSB board members, often misunderstood as investigators. While trained in accident investigation, board members function more like the “Supreme Court of Transportation Safety,” deliberating on reports and voting on recommendations that flow from investigative teams. They also serve as media spokespeople at accident sites, coordinate with local authorities, and meet with victims’ families. A major portion of the conversation focuses on advocacy—convincing regulators, manufacturers, operators, and associations to implement safety recommendations. Graham acknowledges that implementation can take years or even decades, citing the long struggle to mandate Positive Train Control in the rail sector. Despite delays, the board persists in pushing for life-saving changes. The discussion then shifts to Safety Management Systems (SMS). Graham describes his advocacy for SMS across Part 135 operators, manufacturers, and repair stations, and highlights FAA Advisory Circular AC 120-92D , which now provides scalable SMS guidance for small operators and even single-pilot GA. This, he says, is a breakthrough that makes SMS practical outside of large organizations. From his Navy background, Graham stresses the role of safety culture: open communication, willingness to accept critique, and rigorous debriefs after every mission. He encourages GA pilots to adapt these practices by critiquing their own flights, flying with peers who can offer feedback, and leveraging available flight data tools. Pilots, he argue…","meta_description":"In this episode of NTSB News Talk , hosts Max Trescott and Rob Mark welcome Michael Graham, a current member of the National Transportation Safety Board (…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3162,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/ntsb-news-talk-aviation-accidents-safety-investigations-pilot-lessons-7333682/episodes/ntsb-board-member-michael-graham-on-safety-culture-sms-and-ga-risks/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ntsb-news-talk-aviation-accidents-safety-investigations-pilot-lessons-7333682/ntsb-board-member-michael-graham-on-safety-culture-sms-and-ga-risks.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}