In this episode of AIRLINE DISASTERS, we dive into the tragic story of Turkish Airlines Flight 981, one of the deadliest crashes in aviation history. On March 3, 1974, the McDonnell Douglas DC-10 en route from Paris to London crashed into the Ermenonville Forest, killing all 346 people on board. What caused this disaster? A simple design flaw in the cargo door, compounded by oversight and miscommunication, led to explosive decompression and a loss of control.We’ll break down the technical failures that doomed the flight, explore the harrowing details of the final moments, and discuss the sweeping changes in aircraft design and safety regulations that were implemented as a result of this tragedy. Tune in for an in-depth look at how one of the worst airline disasters forever changed the aviation industry.