Stuff You Should Know The Disappearance of Flight MH370, Part I
Jan 7, 2020
In 2014, a Boeing 777 vanished without a trace, sparking a massive search that uncovered more questions than answers. The podcast dives into the mysterious last moments of Flight MH370, exploring theories of human intervention and technical failures. Listeners learn about radar technology’s crucial role in aviation safety and the haunting implications of a lost aircraft. As investigations unfold, the complexities of the emergency transmitter and various conspiracy theories add layers to this enigmatic case, leaving everyone eager for more.
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Inmarsat Satellite Tracking
- Inmarsat's satellite network continued tracking MH370 after it disappeared from radar.
- Data from Inmarsat later revealed the plane's continued flight for several hours.
Inmarsat's Data Points
- Inmarsat uses various data points, including automated handshakes and logon requests, to track aircraft.
- These upgrades, prompted by the Air France 447 crash, proved crucial in the MH370 case.
Air France 447 Recovery
- Air France 447's black boxes were recovered after two years, but the bodies remained deep underwater.
- The bodies, perfectly preserved by depth and pressure, decomposed rapidly when brought to the surface.