Mayday (2003)

S15E6 Steep Impact (Atlantic Southeast Airlines Flight 2311)

On April 5, 1991, Atlantic Southeast Airlines Flight 2311, en route from Atlanta, tragically plummets during its descent towards Glynco Jetport, resulting in the loss of all 23 individuals aboard. Among the victims are notable figures, including US Senator John Tower and astronaut Sonny Carter. Investigations reveal that the disaster stemmed from a failure in the left engine's propeller control unit, leading to this heart-wrenching incident.