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

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~~~With thanks to ITV Archive~~~

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This nine part podcast series will look at the intriguing story behind the headlines and ask why was Emiliano Sala on that plane?