David Soucie

retired FAA safety inspector and author of "Why Planes Crash"

David Soucie is a retired FAA safety inspector, and safety process development manager. He is also the author of “Why Planes Crash” and “Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.” He has 45 years of experience in aviation manufacturing and maintenance as a licensed aircraft mechanic.


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David Soucie

1year ago
MS NOW Opinion

I’ve observed hundreds of Reagan National Airport flights. Here’s why I dreaded them.

As a former FAA safety inspector, I know the stressful complexities of this airspace very well.

2years ago
MS NOW Opinion

The Boeing fallout is shaking the very foundation of the airline industry

I’ve studied aviation safety for 45 years. Here’s why the Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 accident disturbed me.