Travis Barker and Daughter Alabama Felt ‘Awful’ Before 2008 Crash

The private plane accident near the University of South Carolina killed four people, including Barker’s assistant Chris Baker, security guard Charles “Che” Still, and two pilots. Barker, now 50, recalled that Alabama started crying and shouting, “The roof’s gonna come off,” before he left for the September 2008 show.

Pre-Flight Warnings and Unease

Barker tried to cancel his trip, but his manager insisted it was too late to back out, according to his podcast interview. The musician explained that after arriving at the airfield, the sight of the small aircraft immediately triggered deep fear.

“I’m like, ‘This can’t be our plane. There’s no way,'” Barker told Shetty, noting that a last-minute booking prevented him from asking routine maintenance questions. He called his father to express his dread, asking him to look after his children if anything happened.

Hospitalization and Recovery After the Crash

Barker and close friend Adam “DJ AM” Goldstein were the only survivors of the crash. Goldstein died one year later from a prescription drug overdose, according to reports.

Barker spent 11 weeks in the hospital suffering third-degree burns across more than half of his body. He underwent 27 separate surgeries to repair the damage. The musician also documented Alabama’s eerie premonition in his 2015 memoir, “Can I Say,” noting that she repeatedly warned him about the roof coming off the aircraft.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who survived the 2008 Travis Barker plane crash?

Travis Barker and Adam “DJ AM” Goldstein survived the crash. Four others on board—two pilots, assistant Chris Baker, and security guard Charles “Che” Still—died.

How long was Travis Barker in the hospital?

Barker spent 11 weeks hospitalized with third-degree burns over more than 50% of his body, undergoing 27 surgeries.

When did Travis Barker start flying again?

Barker avoided flying for 13 years before taking a trip to Mexico with Kourtney Kardashian in August 2021.