Mysteries of Science Bermuda Triangle: Do planes really go missing?
Aug 18, 2025
Susan Martineau, author of Real Life Disasters, dives into the infamous Bermuda Triangle, a region notorious for unexplained airplane and ship disappearances. She discusses chilling historical accounts, including the USS Cyclops and Navy bombers' mysterious vanishings. The conversation explores theories like rogue waves while debunking myths around the triangle, emphasizing that incidents here aren't statistically different from other regions. Martineau balances maritime legends with scientific perspectives, leaving listeners questioning what's truly behind these enigmas.
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The Vanished USS Cyclops
- The USS Cyclops vanished in 1918 with 309 people and no wreckage ever found.
- Susan Martineau highlights it as the largest non-war U.S. naval loss tied to the region's mystery.
The 1945 Flight Losses
- In 1945 five Navy bombers disappeared during a training flight after reporting compass problems and disorientation.
- A rescue plane also vanished, bringing the day's death toll to 27 people.
Incidents Declined After The 1960s
- Major disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle peaked mid-20th century and largely stopped after the 1960s.
- The region's recent safety record undermines claims of an ongoing, extraordinary danger.
