Deadly Cover Up (Aeroperú Flight 603)
Season 26Episode 6Season 26Episode 8

E7 Deadly Cover Up (Aeroperú Flight 603)

Mayday / Season 26 / Episode 7

16 Mar, 2026

 
Season 26Episode 6Season 26Episode 8

E7 Deadly Cover Up (Aeroperú Flight 603)

Mayday / Season 26 / Episode 7

16 Mar, 2026

 

On 2 October 1996, shortly after take off, the crew of Aeroperú Flight 603 are confused by false speed and altitude readings and contradictory warnings from the aircraft's air data system. In preparation for an emergency landing, the crew descend the aircraft, but unknowingly descend too far by relying on the false readings. The aircraft crashes into the Pacific Ocean, killing all 70 people on board. The false readings and... see more

On 2 October 1996, shortly after take off, the crew of Aeroperú Flight 603 are confused by false speed and altitude readings and contradictory warnings from the aircraft's air data system. In preparation for an emergency landing, the crew descend the aircraft, but unknowingly descend too far by relying on the false readings. The aircraft crashes into the Pacific Ocean, killing all 70 people on board. The false readings and... see more
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