Seconds from Disaster

The 1996 disaster involved ValuJet Flight 592, which plunged into the Florida Everglades, resulting in the deaths of all 110 people on board, including passengers and crew members. Subsequent investigations sought to uncover the factors that led to the crash.

Florida Swamp Air Crash – also known as Everglades Plane Crash – is a television programme presented as a single episode. It falls within the documentary‑style genre, focusing on a real‑world disaster rather than fictional storytelling. The show’s format follows the conventions of a factual investigation, aiming to inform viewers about a specific aviation tragedy. The episode centres on the 1996 disaster involving ValuJet Flight 592, which plunged into the Florida Everglades. Every person on board – all 110 passengers and crew members – lost their lives in the crash. The programme recounts the circumstances of the aircraft’s final moments and the immediate impact of the loss, highlighting the scale of the tragedy. A key element of the narrative is the work of investigators who examine what caused the accident. The episode follows their efforts to piece together evidence, interview witnesses and analyse technical data in order to determine why the plane went down. Their inquiry forms the backbone of the story, providing a structured look at the investigative process. By concentrating on the crash and the subsequent investigation, the programme offers a concise yet thorough account of the events that unfolded in the Everglades. It presents the facts without speculation, allowing viewers to understand both the human cost and the methodical search for answers.