More than 1,000 plane crashes, he's investigated them all

So We Asked

More than 1,000 plane crashes, he's investigated them all

Clean

Published on Aug 25, 2026, 4:31:23 PM
Total time: 00:21:27

Episode Description

In this episode of So We Asked, Rebecca Palsha sits down with Clint Johnson, the NTSB Alaska Chief, to discuss his 28-year career investigating aviation crashes in Alaska. From the unique challenges of remote Alaskan geography to the evolution of flight safety and the shift away from simply blaming the pilot, Johnson shares a fascinating, behind-the-scenes look at the high-stakes world of air accident investigation.

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Join award-winning journalist Rebecca Palsha for raw, revealing conversations with Alaska's most compelling characters - newsmakers, rebels, experts, and everyday people with extraordinary stories. From breaking news to life-changing advice, mental health to chasing your best life… we all want answers, So We Asked.