7. The Pilot

For the first time ever, insight into how pilot David Ibbotson was feeling about the plane just hours before the ill-fated flight. Having experienced problems on the inbound leg listeners hear what he really thought about Piper Malibu N264DB. Throughout the series much has been revealed about his background and training as a pilot, but in this episode we learn more about the man behind the headlines.

Writer and Presenter: Kayley Thomas

Producer: Jenny Johnson

Additional Production: Geraint Thomas

Story Consultant: Emma Harding

Sound Design: Cathy Robinson

Original Music: Gizmo Varillas

Executive Producer: Lorraine Walsh

email: salapodcast@bbc.co.uk

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