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From delusional hijackers to suicidal pilots, three flights fall victim to astonishing acts of sabotage.

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Three planes fall prey to deadly winds, and it is up to investigators to find out why.

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The crews of three doomed aircraft make catastrophic blunders.

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From corrosion and metal fatigue to faulty repairs, three doomed airlines are brought down by gradually deteriorating parts.

S22 E3 | Ticking Time Bomb