This podcast from Aviation Maintenance Magazine is a personal reflection on the 2019 crash of the “Nine-O-Nine”, a rare Boeing B-17 bomber, written by a former NTSB and FAA investigator who had a strong personal connection to the aircraft. The podcast details the investigation into the crash and highlights the role of inadequate maintenance in contributing to the accident. It also examines the pilot’s actions and the consequences of his decision to continue the flight despite experiencing engine problems. The podcast concludes with a call for improved maintenance standards for vintage aircraft to prevent similar tragedies in the future.