Mayday S05E08 - Fatal Distraction (Eastern Airlines Flight 401)
Mayday (2003)
S05E08 Fatal Distraction (Eastern Airlines Flight 401)
Episode Overview
Eastern Airlines Flight 401, a Lockheed L-1011 Tristar, meets tragedy as it heads to Miami International Airport. The crew becomes preoccupied with a malfunctioning landing gear light, leading to the unintentional disconnection of the autopilot. This critical error results in a devastating crash in the Everglades, claiming the lives of 101 individuals on board.