Take to the Sky Episode 133: The Kobe Bryant Helicopter Crash
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The morning of Janaury 26, 2020 forever changed the world of sports when the devastating news emerged that basketball legend Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, and seven others had been killed in a helicopter crash. In this week's episode of Take to the Sky: The Air Disaster Podcast, Shelly takes us back through the investigation that uncovered the shocking reasons why the crash happened and the safety recommendations that still haven't been implemented even today. Don't miss a single legacy: join our Patreon for exclusive air disaster stories, layover episodes, and surprises! Visit our website at taketotheskypodcast.com for show notes and our merch store!
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