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Tom Wilson
Former area manager at Peter Kiewit Sons and survivor of a 2008 floatplane crash; now a public speaker who shares his experience of surviving severe burns and trauma.
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Nov 13, 2025
• 54min
Burning Alive: Escape from the Wreckage
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Tom Wilson, a former area manager and floatplane crash survivor, shares his harrowing tale of survival after a 2008 crash in British Columbia. He discusses experiencing a premonition before the flight and his struggle to escape the burning wreckage while trapped. After fleeing, he faces the agony of severe burns and the loss of his colleagues. Tom recounts the emotional turmoil during his rescue attempts and the profound transformation he underwent during recovery. Now a public speaker, he emphasizes the importance of gratitude and finding meaning in life's challenges.
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