Layover Episode: Accidental Pilots

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For the casual traveler, many of us have looked up to the sky and wondered if we have what it takes to fly a plane and land it safely. But could you really do it in an emergency? In this month's Patreon-exclusive episode of Take to the Sky: the Air Disaster Podcast, Stephanie shares the story of two accidental pilots who found themselves flying planes without the right training and experience. Join us to hear the incredible stories of Walter "Taffy" Holden's Lightning flight and Helen Collins' harrowing Cessna 414 landing.
Walter "Taffy" Holden's Lightning, on display at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford Airfield, Cambridgeshire, UK. Source: Wikipedia

Walter "Taffy" Holden's Lightning, on display at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford Airfield, Cambridgeshire, UK. Source: Wikipedia

Helen Collins' Cessna 414 after landing. Source: CBS News

Helen Collins' Cessna 414 after landing. Source: CBS News

Walter "Taffy" Holden visiting the plane on display. Source: YouTube

Walter "Taffy" Holden visiting the plane on display. Source: YouTube

Helen and John Collins. Source: Fox 6 News

Helen and John Collins. Source: Fox 6 News