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About The Roof Ripped Off at 24,000 Feet - Flight Attendant Sucked Into Sky | Mayday Air Disaster

Mayday Air Disaster | S3E01 | Hanging by a Thread A short island hop from Maui to Honolulu quickly turns into a nightmare for the crew and passengers aboard Flight 243. Shortly after take off, a loud bang is heard. A huge chunk of the plane’s roof and walls is missing, right down to the passengers’ feet. They are flying in a convertible! Against all the odds, the plane gets down safely. But what caused it? A startling theory links it to the mysterious disappearance of one of the flight attendants. Documentary Central is the home for compelling documentaries tackling subjects like history, climate change, wildlife, conspiracy and more.

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Title
The Roof Ripped Off at 24,000 Feet - Flight Attendant Sucked Into Sky | Mayday Air Disaster
Category
Society
Runtime
50 minutes
Language
English

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