During a flight, those first few minutes after takeoff and the final stretch before landing place a subtle strain on the body that often goes unnoticed. It only becomes obvious when the body struggles to adjust. Staying awake during these moments matters. But it has less to do with rules and more with how the body handles sudden pressure changes.

Former airline pilot Dan Bubb, who is a historian and professor at UNLV, told Newsweek that what viewers are seeing reflects a balance pilots must sometimes strike between visibility and other in-flight risks.

Aviation expert Daniel Bubb analyzes the deadly Air Canada Express crash at LaGuardia Airport, calling the incident extremely rare and highlighting possible air traffic controller error and staffing shortages. The runway collision with a fire truck has raised concerns about aviation safety, pilot reaction time, and controller fatigue. Investigators are examining cockpit voice recorders, flight data, and ATC communications to determine the cause. The crash underscores challenges in U.S. aviation, including overworked controllers and high-speed impact risks.

In the wake of the recent deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport that killed both pilots and injured dozens of passengers, questions about airline safety are once again on people's minds. The aircraft, carrying 72 passengers and four crew members, struck a Port Authority vehicle while landing Sunday night. As investigators continue to piece together what went wrong, many travelers are discussing whether seat location can influence passenger safety and survival.

The Iran war and the partial government shutdown have been hitting consumers and airlines. We spend a little time with Daniel Bubb, a former airline pilot and a professor of aviation history, going over what it means and how it’s impacting everyone

Dan Bubb, a former airline pilot and professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, says some people believe the system comes with tradeoffs.

On today's show, William Waldock & Dan Bubb join us to talk about the LaGuardia airport plane crash. Also, Ted Rossman discusses the state of housing in America.

United, the world’s largest airline by capacity, has previously said it is bracing for a prolonged oil shock, warning prices could spike to as high as $175 a barrel in a worst-case scenario. United has already cut about 5% of its capacity, trimming unprofitable routes and paring back off-peak flying as fuel costs surge.