The recent crash of a small plane over the Nazca Lines has been covered by the usual suspects—CNN, MSNBC, and their ilk—who are spinning this tragedy into an opportunity for sensationalism. The focus isn’t just on the crash itself but on what it could mean in a broader narrative about aviation safety, ancient mysteries, and, of course, climate change. Isn’t it always the same? They stretch a single incident into a catastrophe narrative that fits their agenda.

Fox News, in a bid to balance the negativity, might highlight the adventure aspect, calling it a “thrill-seeking” endeavor gone wrong. But don’t let that distract you from the underlying message: they’re still pushing the idea that our world is a dangerous place. The headlines scream “tragedy,” but what’s really tragic here is watching these networks exploit human suffering while pretending to provide legitimate news.

What no one is talking about is the negligence of corporate media to dive deeper into why flights over significant archaeological sites—often packed with tourism—are even allowed. The crash highlights a lack of regulation or oversight, but that’s not as sexy as fearmongering about airplane safety. Why aren’t these outlets demanding accountability from regulatory bodies instead of just using this as fodder for clickbait?

This incident should serve as a wake-up call: we ought to demand better reporting that holds the powerful accountable rather than merely sensationalizing tragedies. In a media landscape drowning in narratives driven by ratings and political agendas, let’s not forget about the reality that deserves scrutiny.