Engine Failure at 900 Feet

In this gripping episode of Runway Life, host Craig Butterworth sits down with Certified Flight Instructor Phil, who shares his real-life experience of an engine failure at only 900 feet AGL. With no time to waste, Phil talks us through how he kept his cool, made split-second decisions, and executed a textbook emergency landing in a field — walking away safe and sound.

✈️ What went wrong?
🧠 What was going through his mind?
🛬 How did his training kick in under pressure?

This episode is a must-listen for student pilots, instructors, and aviation fans who want to understand what it’s really like when the engine quits — and how preparation makes all the difference.

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