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FlightGlobal Focus2025 airlines in review - the best and worst of the yearWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.A note from Amber Elias: This is my last episode of FlightGlobal Focus. It has been a pleasure creating this podcast series and hosting it in 2025.In this episode, Amber Elias is joined by Lewis Harper, Alfred Chua and Howard Hardee....
2025-12-2253 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusRostec Sukhoi Su-57 fighter updates, Lockheed Martin F-35s to Saudi Arabia, Douglas DC-3 hazardous piloting, SmartLynx closes, Lufthansa’s centenary livery, MH-47G helicopters to USSOCOMWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Amber Elias is joined by Greg Waldron, FlightGlobal’s defence managing editor.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listeners can get a discount for a new subscription to Airline Business with the code ABPODCAST and to FlightGlobal with the code FGPODCAST (terms and conditions apply).If you have any questions, comments or sug...
2025-11-2812 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusWhat the 2025 Dubai airshow tells us about airframers and the aerospace industryWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Dominic Perry is joined by David Kaminski-Morrow.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listeners can get a discount for a new subscription to Airline Business with the code ABPODCAST and to FlightGlobal with the code FGPODCAST (terms and conditions apply).If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, p...
2025-11-2415 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal Focus2025 Dubai airshow, FAA tells airlines to fix 787s, Rolls-Royce XWB-97 beating dust testing expectations, Malaysia firms up widebody fleet by 2026, Boeing 777X backlog reducedWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Amber Elias is joined by Craig Hoyle, FlightGlobal’s European defence editor and Flight International editor, Dominic Perry, European aerospace editor and Lewis Harper, Airline Business editor. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listeners can get a discount for a new subscription to Airline Business with the code ABPODCAST a...
2025-11-2125 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusWhy ultra-low-cost carriers are facing new challenges in the American marketWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Lewis Harper, editor of Airline Business at FlightGlobal is joined by FlightGlobal’s airlines reporter for the Americas Howard Hardee.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listeners can get a discount for a new subscription to Airline Business with the code ABPODCAST and to FlightGlobal with the code FGPODCA...
2025-11-1718 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal Focus2026 World Air Forces directory, PIA A320 used wrong runway during diversion, Rolls-Royce reveals new XE standard for Trent 1000, Leonardo warns on factory’s future, EasyJet drops A319 by 2030Welcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Amber Elias is joined by Craig Hoyle.2026 World Air Forces directory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listeners can get a discount for a new subscription to FlightGlobal with the code FGPODCAST (terms and conditions apply).If you have any questions, comments or su...
2025-11-1415 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusAirpower at risk: New report warns US strategy may fail against ChinaWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Ryan Finnerty is joined by Craig Hoyle and Greg Waldron.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listeners can get a discount for a new subscription to Airline Business with the code ABPODCAST and to FlightGlobal with the code FGPODCAST (terms and conditions apply).If you have any questio...
2025-11-1033 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusWorld Travel Market 2025, Embraer cancels next-gen turboprop, Indonesia gets first A400M delivery, Ryanair ramps up pilot hiring for Max 10 arrival and Boeing sells digital businesses for $10.6bnWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode Amber Elias is joined by Lewis Harper, Airline Business editor and FlightGlobal’s airlines managing editor.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listeners can get a discount for a new subscription to Airline Business with the code ABPODCAST and to FlightGlobal with the code FGPODCAST (terms and c...
2025-11-0716 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusInside the advanced air mobility market: trends, challenges and the futureWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode Jon Hemmerdinger, FlightGlobal’s aerospace managing editor is joined by FlightGlobal’s European aerospace editor, Dominic Perry.⁠⁠⁠Listeners can get a discount for a new subscription to Airline Business with the code ABPODCAST and to FlightGlobal with the code FGPODCAST (term...
2025-11-0318 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusAirbus Q3 results, JetBlue trims fleet and capacity, NASA and Lockheed Martin achieve the first flight of the X-59 quiet supersonic demonstrator and a failing US Air Force strategy?Welcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode Amber Elias is joined by FlightGlobal’s Air Transport Editor David Kaminski-Morrow.⁠Listeners can get a discount for a new subscription to Airline Business with the code ABPODCAST and to FlightGlobal with the code FGPODCAST (terms and conditions apply).I...
2025-10-3109 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusThe top 100 airline rankings 2024: the best and worst carriers by traffic and revenueWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode Amber Elias is joined by Airline Business editor and FlightGlobal’s airlines managing editor, Lewis Harper.View the full Airline Business 2024 Rankings Listeners can get a discount for a new subscription to Airline Business with the code ABPODCAST and to Flight...
2025-10-2722 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusTop 100 airline rankings, Icelandair accelerates it’s Boeing 767 fleet retirement, Norway presses ahead with defence helicopter acquisitions and a pilot attempted a manual correction during turbulenceWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode Amber Elias is joined by Airline Business editor and FlightGlobal’s airlines managing editor, Lewis Harper.If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For sponsorship and commercial opportunities, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ First Flight is a production of FlightGlobal, an award-winn...
2025-10-2409 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusWhat's it like to fly in a fighter jet? The defence team share their best (and worst) experiences in the cockpitWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Ryan Finnerty is joined by Craig Hoyle and Greg Waldron.If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For sponsorship and commercial opportunities, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ First Flight is a production of FlightGlobal, an award-winning aviation media company, and is produced by Amber Elias. Audio editing by...
2025-10-2040 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusThe latest from NBAA, Chinese airlines protest the DoT, Rolls-Royce completes testing for its Pearl 10X engine and Bombardier increases the speed of its Global 8000 jetWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Amber Elias is joined by Jon Hemmerdinger and Howard Hardee who are on the ground in Las Vegas at the NBAA business aviation trade show.If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For sponsorship and commercial opportunities, please emai...
2025-10-1709 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusWhat commercial aircraft is next on Boeing’s agenda?Welcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, FlightGlobal’s aerospace editor Dominic Perry is joined by Jon Hemmerdinger, FlightGlobal's aerospace managing editor in the US.If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For sponsorship and commercial opportunities, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...
2025-10-1317 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusHoneywell advances 1MW hydrogen fuel cell powertrain testing with EU funding, US navy studies turning seawater to jet fuel, Air Tanzania goes on hiring spree and Embraer plans US assembly of KC-390Welcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Amber Elias is joined by FlightGlobal’s aerospace editor Dominic Perry.If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For sponsorship and commercial opportunities, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ First Flight is a production of FlightGlobal, an award-winning aviation media company, and is produced by Am...
2025-10-1008 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusHow British Airways and IAG became a European powerhouse post-pandemicWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead, and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Alfred Chua, airlines editor for Asia-Pacific, is joined by Lewis Harper, Airline Business editor and FlightGlobal’s airlines managing editor.If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For sponsorship and commercial opportunities, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠p...
2025-10-0629 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusWhy low-cost carrier Play failed, Lockheed Martin’s $12.5b deal and Gulfstream unveils a new G300Welcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead, and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Amber Elias is joined by Lewis Harper, Airline Business editor and FlightGlobal’s airlines managing editor.If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For sponsorship and commercial opportunities, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ First Flight is a production of...
2025-10-0322 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusThe state of drone warfare in 2025Welcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead, and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, FlightGlobal’s Asia Managing Editor Greg Waldron is joined by FlightGlobal’s European Defence Editor and Flight International Editor, Craig Hoyle.Further readingKratos and Taiwan’s NCSIST unveil Mighty Hornet 4 attack drone as AeroVironment expands autonomo...
2025-09-2926 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusThe latest from the Air, Space & Cyber conference, F-47 sixth-generation to fly in 2028 and durability issues with Leap-1B engines that power some 737 Max 8sWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead, and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Amber Elias is joined by FlightGlobal’s Americas Defence Reporter, Ryan Finnerty.If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For sponsorship and commercial opportunities, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ First Flight is a production of FlightGlobal, an award-winning aviation media company, and...
2025-09-2631 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusThe state of Boeing’s long-delayed 777-9 programme 12 years after launchWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  Stay informed, stay ahead, and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.In this episode, Dominic Perry, FlightGlobal’s aerospace editor in London, is joined by FlightGlobal aerospace managing editor Jon Hemmerdinger in the USA and FlightGlobal aerospace and air transport editor David Kaminski-Morrow, in London.If you have any questions, comments or sugg...
2025-09-2219 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusAdvanced features introduced to the Typhoon, US lawmakers limit KC-46 purchases, Raytheon boosts the AIM-120 AMRAAM and production of a re-engined B-200 begins in 2028Welcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  In this news focus episode, Amber Elias is joined by FlightGlobal’s European Defence Editor and Flight International Editor, Craig Hoyle to discuss the availability of advanced features and upgrades to the Typhoon combat aircraft.Further readingUS lawmakers seek to limit KC-46 purchases and extend KC-135 service amid engineering concernsRaytheon’s F3R ha...
2025-09-1915 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusHow United Airlines makes billions beyond selling seatsWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  In this airlines focus episode, Alfred Chua, airlines editor for Asia-Pacific is joined by Howard Hardee, Americas aviation reporter, for the second deep dive episode from the airlines team, examining the airlines that have caught our eye this year and looking at their challenges and opportunities and what they tell us about the wider market. This week, we take a...
2025-09-1511 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusBoeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat combat drone takes flight, the DOT cleans up records and Putin urges prompt development and production of a new engineWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace.  In this news focus episode, Amber Elias is joined by FlightGlobal’s Defence Managing Editor, Greg Waldron to discuss his recent trip to Australia to see the ghost bat in action. Further reading:Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat combat drone demonstrates capabilities at Australian test rangeAustralia’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat demonstrates autonomous capabili...
2025-09-1223 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusThe future of US naval aviation and why its new training jet doesn't need to land on an aircraft carrierWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence and aerospace.  In this defence focus episode Ryan Finnerty and Craig Hoyle discuss the future of the second largest air force in the world (the US navy) and why its new training jet doesn't need to be able to land on an aircraft carrier.Further reading:The Future of Naval Aviation: A Conversation with VADM Cheever...
2025-09-0827 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusWhat China’s recent military parade told us (or didn't) about the state of their fleet and new technologiesWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence and aerospace.  In this news focus episode, Amber Elias is joined by Americas Defence Reporter, Ryan Finnerty to discuss China's recent military parade which offered glimpses of possible new aircraft but produced no major surprises.Stay informed, stay ahead, and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.If you have any questions, comments or...
2025-09-0524 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusTrump is Boeing's best salesman (just look at the tariffs)Welcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence and aerospace.  In this episode, the FlightGlobal aerospace team discuss Boeing's recovery, how Trump adds to the order book and if Airbus responded.Stay informed, stay ahead, and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠For sponsorship and commercial opportu...
2025-09-0118 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusBoeing's new orders, the return of the 737 Max and delays in certifications under enhanced scrutinyWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence and aerospace.  In this episode, Amber Elias is joined by eerospace managing editor Jon Hemmerdinger, to discuss Boeing's new orders, the return of the 737 Max and delays in certifications under enhanced scrutiny.Stay informed, stay ahead, and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please em...
2025-08-2911 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusCan ANA All Nippon Airways recover passenger traffic while remaining profitable post-pandemic?Welcome to FlightGlobal Focus—your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. Join the award-winning FlightGlobal team every Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence and aerospace and every Friday for a concise briefing of the week’s top news stories. In this episode, Lewis Harper, editor of Airline Business, is joined by Alfred Chua, airlines editor for Asia-Pacific, for the first of three deep dive episodes from the airlines team, examining some airlines that have caught our eye this year and looking at their challenges and opportunities and what they tell us about the...
2025-08-2529 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusAir Canada’s strike dominates airline news as BA Euroflyer and Norse Atlantic post profitsWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. Join the award-winning FlightGlobal team every Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence and aerospace and every Friday for a concise briefing of the week’s top news stories. Stay informed, stay ahead, and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight.If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email ⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠For sponsorship and commercial opportunities, please email ⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠ First Flight is a production of FlightGlobal, an award-winning aviation media company, and is pr...
2025-08-2211 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusWelcome to FlightGlobal FocusWelcome to FlightGlobal Focus—your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. Join the award-winning FlightGlobal team every Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence and aerospace and every Friday for a concise briefing of the week’s top news stories. Stay informed, stay ahead, and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight. For more information, visit flightglobal.com/podcast If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email podcast@flightglobal.comFor sponsorship and commercial opportunities, please email podcast@flightglobal.com First Flight is a...
2025-08-1600 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastWhat's going on in Europe's earnings season?Graham and Lewis discuss the confusing picture that has emerged in the first half of the earnings season in Europe, plus the actions under way at US low-cost carriers as they seek to boost revenues and what might be in store in the Asia-Pacific region. They then look back at this year's Farnborough air show, which was a quiet one order-wise by historical standards, before taking an in-depth look at some of the winners from this year's Airline Strategy Awards. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons. Four days that brought high-flyers Delta and Ryanair back down to earth http...
2024-08-0241 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastWhat's going on in Europe's earnings season?Graham and Lewis discuss the confusing picture that has emerged in the first half of the earnings season in Europe, plus the actions under way at US low-cost carriers as they seek to boost revenues and what might be in store in the Asia-Pacific region. They then look back at this year's Farnborough air show, which was a quiet one order-wise by historical standards, before taking an in-depth look at some of the winners from this year's Airline Strategy Awards. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons. Four days that brought high-flyers Delta and Ryanair back down to earth http...
2024-08-0241 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastIs the airline industry recovery still on track?In the latest episode – sponsored by Panasonic Avionics – Graham and Lewis discuss the industry outlook following the recent IATA AGM in Dubai, including an improved profit forecast from the association. They then look at the latest consolidation developments, including a surprise tie-up seeking to take remedies from IAG's acquisition of Air Europa, and potential moves from the Middle East's Qatar Airways. They also discuss the new Airline Business website (www.flightglobal.com/airline-business) ahead of the second-quarter earnings season. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Is there an answer to the SAF question that keeps being asked? https://www.flig...
2024-06-2845 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastIs the airline industry recovery still on track?In the latest episode – sponsored by Panasonic Avionics – Graham and Lewis discuss the industry outlook following the recent IATA AGM in Dubai, including an improved profit forecast from the association. They then look at the latest consolidation developments, including a surprise tie-up seeking to take remedies from IAG's acquisition of Air Europa, and potential moves from the Middle East's Qatar Airways. They also discuss the new Airline Business website (www.flightglobal.com/airline-business) ahead of the second-quarter earnings season. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Is there an answer to the SAF question that keeps being asked? https://www.flig...
2024-06-2845 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastFirst-quarter challenges but brighter summer to comeIn the latest episode – sponsored by Panasonic Avionics – Graham and Lewis look back on a first-quarter earnings season that saw a variety of challenges around the world, but also positivity on what will follow in 2024. They also discuss the new Airline Business website (www.flightglobal.com/airline-business). Airlines optimistic for another strong summer on transatlantic despite weakening signs https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/airlines-optimistic-for-another-strong-summer-on-transatlantic-despite-weakening-signs/158381.article Sun Country profitable as other US discounters slog through first quarter https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/sun-country-profitable-as-other-us-discounters-slog-through-first-quarter/158182.article US airline industry ‘evermore rigged game’ favouring major carriers: Spirit Airlines CEO https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/us-airli...
2024-05-2442 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastFirst-quarter challenges but brighter summer to comeIn the latest episode – sponsored by Panasonic Avionics – Graham and Lewis look back on a first-quarter earnings season that saw a variety of challenges around the world, but also positivity on what will follow in 2024. They also discuss the new Airline Business website (www.flightglobal.com/airline-business). Airlines optimistic for another strong summer on transatlantic despite weakening signs https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/airlines-optimistic-for-another-strong-summer-on-transatlantic-despite-weakening-signs/158381.article Sun Country profitable as other US discounters slog through first quarter https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/sun-country-profitable-as-other-us-discounters-slog-through-first-quarter/158182.article US airline industry ‘evermore rigged game’ favouring major carriers: Spirit Airlines CEO https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/us-airli...
2024-05-2442 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastChanges at the top of Boeing and Europe's united frontIn the latest episode - sponsored by Panasonic Avionics - Graham and Lewis discuss the impact of the recently announced changes at the top of Boeing, which came after several airlines voiced concerns about aspects of the airframer's management. They then look back to the Airlines for Europe (A4E) meeting in Brussels, examining the issues on which the region's largest carriers have a united voice. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Fewer ‘spanners under floorboards’ but O’Leary still seeks Boeing improvements https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/fewer-spanners-under-floorboards-but-oleary-still-seeks-boeing-improvements/157472.article Airlines candid on Boeing concerns https://www.flightglobal.com/airlin...
2024-03-2835 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastChanges at the top of Boeing and Europe's united frontIn the latest episode - sponsored by Panasonic Avionics - Graham and Lewis discuss the impact of the recently announced changes at the top of Boeing, which came after several airlines voiced concerns about aspects of the airframer's management. They then look back to the Airlines for Europe (A4E) meeting in Brussels, examining the issues on which the region's largest carriers have a united voice. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Fewer ‘spanners under floorboards’ but O’Leary still seeks Boeing improvements https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/fewer-spanners-under-floorboards-but-oleary-still-seeks-boeing-improvements/157472.article Airlines candid on Boeing concerns https://www.flightglobal.com/airlin...
2024-03-2835 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastSafety and consolidation under the spotlightIn the latest episode - sponsored by Panasonic Avionics - Graham and Lewis look back on an inauspicious start to 2024 in terms of airline safety and consolidation moves. They then consider what airlines including United Airlines, Ryanair and Wizz Air had to say about the year ahead in their recent earnings calls. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Spirit pushes back on ‘misguided narrative’ about stability without JetBlue https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/spirit-pushes-back-on-misguided-narrative-about-stability-without-jetblue/156863.article European regulators ‘welcome’ JetBlue’s summer Amsterdam access https://www.flightglobal.com/networks/european-regulators-welcome-jetblues-summer-amsterdam-access/156788.article Regulators in no mood to wave through airline M&A activity h...
2024-02-1235 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastSafety and consolidation under the spotlightIn the latest episode - sponsored by Panasonic Avionics - Graham and Lewis look back on an inauspicious start to 2024 in terms of airline safety and consolidation moves. They then consider what airlines including United Airlines, Ryanair and Wizz Air had to say about the year ahead in their recent earnings calls. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Spirit pushes back on ‘misguided narrative’ about stability without JetBlue https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/spirit-pushes-back-on-misguided-narrative-about-stability-without-jetblue/156863.article European regulators ‘welcome’ JetBlue’s summer Amsterdam access https://www.flightglobal.com/networks/european-regulators-welcome-jetblues-summer-amsterdam-access/156788.article Regulators in no mood to wave through airline M&A activity h...
2024-02-1235 minFlightGlobal Focus
FlightGlobal FocusIntroducing First Flight, a new podcast from FlightGlobalWelcome to First Flight, a new podcast by FlightGlobal. In each episode, Amber Elias will be speaking with CEO’s, experts and innovators from across the aviation industry. Join FlightGlobal as we explore the length and breadth of a global industry. First Flight is the first podcast by FlightGlobal, an award-winning aviation media company. First Flight is a production of FlightGlobal and is hosted and executive produced by Amber Elias. For more information, visit flightglobal.com/podcast   If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email podcast@flightglobal.com...
2024-01-3001 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastThe airlines to watch in 2024In the latest instalment of the podcast - sponsored by Panasonic Avionics -Graham and Lewis discuss the airlines to watch over the next 12 months. Among the carriers in the spotlight are Air France-KLM, Lufthansa, Norwegian, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Qantas, Air India, JetBlue and the Abra Group. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons From aircraft availability to consolidation: 10 airline stories that will shape industry in 2024 https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/from-aircraft-availability-to-consolidation-10-airline-stories-that-will-shape-industry-in-2024/156248.article Turkish Airlines secures AOC for low-cost unit AJet https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/turkish-airlines-secures-aoc-for-low-cost-unit-ajet/156348.article Lufthansa orders first 737 Max jets as part of deal...
2024-01-0839 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastThe airlines to watch in 2024In the latest instalment of the podcast - sponsored by Panasonic Avionics -Graham and Lewis discuss the airlines to watch over the next 12 months. Among the carriers in the spotlight are Air France-KLM, Lufthansa, Norwegian, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Qantas, Air India, JetBlue and the Abra Group. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons From aircraft availability to consolidation: 10 airline stories that will shape industry in 2024 https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/from-aircraft-availability-to-consolidation-10-airline-stories-that-will-shape-industry-in-2024/156248.article Turkish Airlines secures AOC for low-cost unit AJet https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/turkish-airlines-secures-aoc-for-low-cost-unit-ajet/156348.article Lufthansa orders first 737 Max jets as part of deal...
2024-01-0839 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastWidebody wins in Dubai and air cargo's turbulent descentIn the latest instalment of the Airline Business Podcast – sponsored by Panasonic Avionics – Graham and Lewis discuss the aircraft orders placed at this year’s Dubai air show and what they might mean for capacity growth in the region, particularly when it comes to widebody jets. They also look at the air cargo sector’s declining fortunes since its pandemic-era highs and consider whether a turnaround in demand is on the horizon. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Widebodies account for almost half the order business at Dubai show https://www.flightglobal.com/orders-and-deliveries/widebodies-account-for-almost-half-the-order-business-at-dubai-show/155870.article Dubai air show underli...
2023-11-2838 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastWidebody wins in Dubai and air cargo's turbulent descentIn the latest instalment of the Airline Business Podcast – sponsored by Panasonic Avionics – Graham and Lewis discuss the aircraft orders placed at this year’s Dubai air show and what they might mean for capacity growth in the region, particularly when it comes to widebody jets. They also look at the air cargo sector’s declining fortunes since its pandemic-era highs and consider whether a turnaround in demand is on the horizon. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Widebodies account for almost half the order business at Dubai show https://www.flightglobal.com/orders-and-deliveries/widebodies-account-for-almost-half-the-order-business-at-dubai-show/155870.article Dubai air show underli...
2023-11-2838 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastSAS stakes, sustainability and sweet spotsGraham and Lewis discuss the latest consolidation moves in Europe, as Air France-KLM announces plans to take a minority stake in SAS. They also consider the industry’s sustainability challenge, in light of the IATA World Sustainability Symposium in Madrid, including hurdles in the development of a sustainable aviation fuel industry. Finally, they consider the latest opinions on the industry’s outlook, as strong demand and constrained capacity continue to support yields. This episode is sponsored by Panasonic Avionics. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email podcast@flightglobal.com Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Air Fran...
2023-10-1140 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastSAS stakes, sustainability and sweet spotsGraham and Lewis discuss the latest consolidation moves in Europe, as Air France-KLM announces plans to take a minority stake in SAS. They also consider the industry’s sustainability challenge, in light of the IATA World Sustainability Symposium in Madrid, including hurdles in the development of a sustainable aviation fuel industry. Finally, they consider the latest opinions on the industry’s outlook, as strong demand and constrained capacity continue to support yields. This episode is sponsored by Panasonic Avionics. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email podcast@flightglobal.com Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Air Fran...
2023-10-1140 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastStrong financials, market ‘normalisation’ and start-up storiesGraham and Lewis look back on another strong set of quarterly results from the global airline industry, while considering whether the coming months will see ‘normalisation’ in more markets. They then discuss the success or otherwise of the various start-up carriers that have launched operations over the past few years – and prospects for a few that are yet to get off the ground. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons More signs of airline markets ‘normalising’ as fares soften https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/more-signs-of-airline-markets-normalising-as-fares-soften/154592.article US pent-up demand shifts to long-haul at expense of domestic https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/u...
2023-09-0537 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastStrong financials, market ‘normalisation’ and start-up storiesGraham and Lewis look back on another strong set of quarterly results from the global airline industry, while considering whether the coming months will see ‘normalisation’ in more markets. They then discuss the success or otherwise of the various start-up carriers that have launched operations over the past few years – and prospects for a few that are yet to get off the ground. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons More signs of airline markets ‘normalising’ as fares soften https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/more-signs-of-airline-markets-normalising-as-fares-soften/154592.article US pent-up demand shifts to long-haul at expense of domestic https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/u...
2023-09-0537 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastSummer disruption, airport noise, sustainability and award winnersGraham and Lewis discuss the operational challenges being seen in Europe and North America, as ATC issues and airspace restrictions combine with weather events and other factors. They also consider the longer-term capacity challenges in the industry and the impact of sustainability concerns on airline growth plans. They then revisit this year's Airline Strategy Awards, highlighting some of the winning stories. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons READ MORE ON FLIGHTGLOBAL.COM: Airlines need to prepare for more extreme weather events https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/airlines-need-to-prepare-for-more-extreme-weather-events/154019.article Walsh claims France is ‘harming the environment’ by failing to address...
2023-08-0134 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastSummer disruption, airport noise, sustainability and award winnersGraham and Lewis discuss the operational challenges being seen in Europe and North America, as ATC issues and airspace restrictions combine with weather events and other factors. They also consider the longer-term capacity challenges in the industry and the impact of sustainability concerns on airline growth plans. They then revisit this year's Airline Strategy Awards, highlighting some of the winning stories. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons READ MORE ON FLIGHTGLOBAL.COM: Airlines need to prepare for more extreme weather events https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/airlines-need-to-prepare-for-more-extreme-weather-events/154019.article Walsh claims France is ‘harming the environment’ by failing to address...
2023-08-0134 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastQ1 earnings, Ryanair order, Go First woes, Joyce's Qantas legacyGraham and Lewis discuss how European and North American carriers performed during the recent earnings season, which saw a degree of ‘normalisation’ and plenty of positivity about the summer, despite the slower recovery of corporate travel. They then consider the growing problems around aircraft maintenance delays, particularly in light of India’s Go First grounding its fleet. Next they discuss Ryanair’s bumper – and long-expected – order for Boeing 737 Max 10 jets, before looking at the legacy of departing Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons IAG reports Q1 operating profit as leisure demand gives it summer confidenc...
2023-05-1527 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastQ1 earnings, Ryanair order, Go First woes, Joyce's Qantas legacyGraham and Lewis discuss how European and North American carriers performed during the recent earnings season, which saw a degree of ‘normalisation’ and plenty of positivity about the summer, despite the slower recovery of corporate travel. They then consider the growing problems around aircraft maintenance delays, particularly in light of India’s Go First grounding its fleet. Next they discuss Ryanair’s bumper – and long-expected – order for Boeing 737 Max 10 jets, before looking at the legacy of departing Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons IAG reports Q1 operating profit as leisure demand gives it summer confidenc...
2023-05-1527 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastConsolidation challenges, Riyadh Air, C-suite gender diversityGraham and Lewis talk through the growing list of consolidation moves within the global industry, discussing why deals take such a long time to get over the line. They then look back on Graham’s recent interview with Lufthansa Group chief executive Carsten Spohr and what he had to say about the Italian market, before considering the launch of Riyadh Air and a bumper widebody deal for Saudi carriers. Finally, Lewis talks through our latest survey of women in the C-suite, with data showing the number of female chief executives has shot up over the past 12 months. Music credit: Tea K...
2023-03-2832 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastConsolidation challenges, Riyadh Air, C-suite gender diversityGraham and Lewis talk through the growing list of consolidation moves within the global industry, discussing why deals take such a long time to get over the line. They then look back on Graham’s recent interview with Lufthansa Group chief executive Carsten Spohr and what he had to say about the Italian market, before considering the launch of Riyadh Air and a bumper widebody deal for Saudi carriers. Finally, Lewis talks through our latest survey of women in the C-suite, with data showing the number of female chief executives has shot up over the past 12 months. Music credit: Tea K...
2023-03-2832 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastStandout stories from 2022Graham and Lewis discuss some of the most interesting developments in 2022, including KLM’s challenges, ITA Airways wrangling, Norwegian’s renaissance, JetBlue’s move for Spirit, Abra Group ambitions in Latin America, Air India’s transformation and consolidation, differing fortunes at domestic market-less Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific, and Saudi ambitions as it looks to launch new flag carrier. The Airline Business 38: tracking key data indicators from airlines around the world https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/the-airline-business-38-tracking-key-data-indicators-from-airlines-around-the-world/151438.article Legal action possible as Air France-KLM vows to fight Schiphol cap https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/legal-action-possible-as-air-france-klm-vows-to-fight-schiphol-cap/149682.article Airline CEO changes in 2022...
2022-12-3035 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastStandout stories from 2022Graham and Lewis discuss some of the most interesting developments in 2022, including KLM’s challenges, ITA Airways wrangling, Norwegian’s renaissance, JetBlue’s move for Spirit, Abra Group ambitions in Latin America, Air India’s transformation and consolidation, differing fortunes at domestic market-less Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific, and Saudi ambitions as it looks to launch new flag carrier. The Airline Business 38: tracking key data indicators from airlines around the world https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/the-airline-business-38-tracking-key-data-indicators-from-airlines-around-the-world/151438.article Legal action possible as Air France-KLM vows to fight Schiphol cap https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/legal-action-possible-as-air-france-klm-vows-to-fight-schiphol-cap/149682.article Airline CEO changes in 2022...
2022-12-3035 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastIATA profit hopes, Heathrow, Virgin, A380, United Airlines order and Air IndiaGraham and Lewis discuss IATA's recent forecast for 2023, which showed the industry tipping into profitable territory after a punishing few years. They also discuss airport charges following more developments at Heathrow, and consider Virgin Atlantic's growth plans. They then focus ot the A380's fortunes following Etihad's decision to bring some back into service, before discussing United Airlines' recent bumper aircraft order - and a potential order from Air India. Music credit: Tea K Pea "highabove"/Creative Commons IATA forecasts global airline industry will return to profit in 2023 https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/iata-forecasts-global-airline-industry-will-return-to-profit-in-2023/151224.article Razor-thin airline industry profit projection...
2022-12-1625 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastIATA profit hopes, Heathrow, Virgin, A380, United Airlines order and Air IndiaGraham and Lewis discuss IATA's recent forecast for 2023, which showed the industry tipping into profitable territory after a punishing few years. They also discuss airport charges following more developments at Heathrow, and consider Virgin Atlantic's growth plans. They then focus ot the A380's fortunes following Etihad's decision to bring some back into service, before discussing United Airlines' recent bumper aircraft order - and a potential order from Air India. Music credit: Tea K Pea "highabove"/Creative Commons IATA forecasts global airline industry will return to profit in 2023 https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/iata-forecasts-global-airline-industry-will-return-to-profit-in-2023/151224.article Razor-thin airline industry profit projection...
2022-12-1625 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastRecord Q3 revenues, cargo concerns, ICAO deal and Latin latestGraham and Lewis discuss a strong third-quarter results season for airlines in Europe and North America, as constrained capacity met surging demand. They also consider whether that momentum can continue into 2023 and look at developments in the air cargo sector. Then, following the recent ICAO agreement on a long-term aspirational goal for aviation, they examine the next steps for the airline industry on its journey to net-zero CO2. Finally, Graham talks about prospects for the Latin American airline sector after his recent trip to the ALTA Airline Leaders Forum in Buenos Aires. Music credit: Tea K Pea "highabove"/Creative Commons ...
2022-11-0431 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastRecord Q3 revenues, cargo concerns, ICAO deal and Latin latestGraham and Lewis discuss a strong third-quarter results season for airlines in Europe and North America, as constrained capacity met surging demand. They also consider whether that momentum can continue into 2023 and look at developments in the air cargo sector. Then, following the recent ICAO agreement on a long-term aspirational goal for aviation, they examine the next steps for the airline industry on its journey to net-zero CO2. Finally, Graham talks about prospects for the Latin American airline sector after his recent trip to the ALTA Airline Leaders Forum in Buenos Aires. Music credit: Tea K Pea "highabove"/Creative Commons ...
2022-11-0431 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business Podcast787 return, supply-chain impact and Farnborough thoughtsGraham and Lewis discuss the resumption of Boeing 787 deliveries and the impact of supply-chain issues on fleet planning. They also look back to July’s Farnborough air show, which saw Boeing dominate the order announcements as Airbus unveiled a string of commitments before and after the event. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Boeing resumes 787 deliveries, handing aircraft to American Airlines https://www.flightglobal.com/airframers/boeing-resumes-787-deliveries-handing-aircraft-to-american-airlines/149804.article Dreamliner deliveries resume but capacity constraints remain https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/dreamliner-deliveries-resume-but-capacity-constraints-remain/149795.article Airbus and Boeing delays add to ‘global supply bottleneck’: Lufthansa chief https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/a...
2022-08-2224 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business Podcast787 return, supply-chain impact and Farnborough thoughtsGraham and Lewis discuss the resumption of Boeing 787 deliveries and the impact of supply-chain issues on fleet planning. They also look back to July’s Farnborough air show, which saw Boeing dominate the order announcements as Airbus unveiled a string of commitments before and after the event. Music credit: Tea K Pea “highabove”/Creative Commons Boeing resumes 787 deliveries, handing aircraft to American Airlines https://www.flightglobal.com/airframers/boeing-resumes-787-deliveries-handing-aircraft-to-american-airlines/149804.article Dreamliner deliveries resume but capacity constraints remain https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/dreamliner-deliveries-resume-but-capacity-constraints-remain/149795.article Airbus and Boeing delays add to ‘global supply bottleneck’: Lufthansa chief https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/a...
2022-08-2224 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastIATA AGM talking points and A380 returnGraham and Lewis consider the main talking points from the recent IATA AGM in Doha, at which the association outlined an improved economic outlook for the industry. At the same time as better news on Covid restrictions being dropped, however, executives also acknowledged a new set of headwinds. They also discuss the return of the Airbus A380 at some carriers, after questions were asked about its future during the pandemic. The superjumbo is returning to operations amid a stronger-than-expected recovery in demand and delays in other key widebody aircraft programmes. They also discuss a recent bumper aircraft order by Chinese...
2022-07-0425 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastIATA AGM talking points and A380 returnGraham and Lewis consider the main talking points from the recent IATA AGM in Doha, at which the association outlined an improved economic outlook for the industry. At the same time as better news on Covid restrictions being dropped, however, executives also acknowledged a new set of headwinds. They also discuss the return of the Airbus A380 at some carriers, after questions were asked about its future during the pandemic. The superjumbo is returning to operations amid a stronger-than-expected recovery in demand and delays in other key widebody aircraft programmes. They also discuss a recent bumper aircraft order by Chinese...
2022-07-0425 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastDisruption blame game and sustainability action plansGraham and Lewis consider the blame game that is emerging as airlines and the wider air travel sector grapple with operational challenges. They also discuss the next sustainability steps for airlines – including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and offsetting – as the industry prepares to meet in Doha for this year's IATA AGM. Music credit: Tea K Pea "highabove"/Creative Commons IATA chief hits back at ‘idiot politicians’ who blame UK airlines for staff shortages https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/iata-chief-hits-back-at-idiot-politicians-who-blame-uk-airlines-for-staff-shortages/148907.article EasyJet chief calls for ‘sober view’ of capacity limits at UK airports this summer https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/easyjet-chief-calls-for-sober-view-of-capacity-limits-at-uk-airports-this-summer/148908.article Air...
2022-06-0923 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastDisruption blame game and sustainability action plansGraham and Lewis consider the blame game that is emerging as airlines and the wider air travel sector grapple with operational challenges. They also discuss the next sustainability steps for airlines – including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and offsetting – as the industry prepares to meet in Doha for this year's IATA AGM. Music credit: Tea K Pea "highabove"/Creative Commons IATA chief hits back at ‘idiot politicians’ who blame UK airlines for staff shortages https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/iata-chief-hits-back-at-idiot-politicians-who-blame-uk-airlines-for-staff-shortages/148907.article EasyJet chief calls for ‘sober view’ of capacity limits at UK airports this summer https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/easyjet-chief-calls-for-sober-view-of-capacity-limits-at-uk-airports-this-summer/148908.article Air...
2022-06-0923 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastReining in the recovery and Chinese market reversalGraham and Lewis discuss big airline expectations from the recent results season, alongside the operational challenges that threaten to limit the recovery and the uncertainty regarding what might follow. And as more of the Asia-Pacific region brings down border restrictions, they consider the impact of China’s continued ‘zero-Covid’ policy on airlines within that country and on overseas carriers that relied on its citizens’ seemingly endless appetite for international travel. Willie Walsh on the airline sector’s road to recovery and a sustainable future https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/willie-walsh-on-the-airline-sectors-road-to-recovery-and-a-sustainable-future/148482.article Has the golden age of Chinese air travel come to an end...
2022-05-1225 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastReining in the recovery and Chinese market reversalGraham and Lewis discuss big airline expectations from the recent results season, alongside the operational challenges that threaten to limit the recovery and the uncertainty regarding what might follow. And as more of the Asia-Pacific region brings down border restrictions, they consider the impact of China’s continued ‘zero-Covid’ policy on airlines within that country and on overseas carriers that relied on its citizens’ seemingly endless appetite for international travel. Willie Walsh on the airline sector’s road to recovery and a sustainable future https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/willie-walsh-on-the-airline-sectors-road-to-recovery-and-a-sustainable-future/148482.article Has the golden age of Chinese air travel come to an end...
2022-05-1225 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastChallenging summer capacity ramp-up and the fight for SpiritGraham and Lewis return to discuss the challenges facing airlines as they ramp-up operations heading into the northern hemisphere summer, notably amid staffing shortages and rising fuel prices. They also take a look at the competition to purchase Spirit Airlines, after JetBlue Airways threw its hat into the ring for the US ultra-low-cost carrier, weeks after Frontier Airlines had agreed to purchase its rival. They further consider whether the move reflects growing interest in consolidation as regions emerge from the pandemic. Music credit: Tea K Pea "highabove"/Creative Commons How Russian airspace restrictions are adding hours to some Europe-Asia flights ...
2022-04-1326 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastChallenging summer capacity ramp-up and the fight for SpiritGraham and Lewis return to discuss the challenges facing airlines as they ramp-up operations heading into the northern hemisphere summer, notably amid staffing shortages and rising fuel prices. They also take a look at the competition to purchase Spirit Airlines, after JetBlue Airways threw its hat into the ring for the US ultra-low-cost carrier, weeks after Frontier Airlines had agreed to purchase its rival. They further consider whether the move reflects growing interest in consolidation as regions emerge from the pandemic. Music credit: Tea K Pea "highabove"/Creative Commons How Russian airspace restrictions are adding hours to some Europe-Asia flights ...
2022-04-1326 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastUncertainties prevail after bleak Q2 results seasonGraham and Lewis discuss a bleak financial results season, as airlines count the costs of a ruinous April-June period while grappling with a bumpier-than-expected comeback in the current quarter. The dynamics playing out in global markets are also examined, including the recovery mismatches in domestic and international sectors, the challenges presented by the ending of government support schemes, and the retrenchment of the traditional network carriers. They also discuss the European Commission’s pending decision on a winter waiver for the 80:20 slot rule at the region’s airports, and the impact that could have on the ambitions of industry disruptors. Airl...
2020-08-2128 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastUncertainties prevail after bleak Q2 results seasonGraham and Lewis discuss a bleak financial results season, as airlines count the costs of a ruinous April-June period while grappling with a bumpier-than-expected comeback in the current quarter. The dynamics playing out in global markets are also examined, including the recovery mismatches in domestic and international sectors, the challenges presented by the ending of government support schemes, and the retrenchment of the traditional network carriers. They also discuss the European Commission’s pending decision on a winter waiver for the 80:20 slot rule at the region’s airports, and the impact that could have on the ambitions of industry disruptors. Airl...
2020-08-2128 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastWhat will the airline industry look like when flying restarts?With talk in some markets turning to how airline markets might open up again as coronavirus cases peak, Graham and Lewis examine the current state of the industry and where it might be heading. Among the topics considered, they look at Virgin Australia’s demise and the moral hazard faced by governments around helping airlines. Could we see more state-owned carriers in future? They also discuss how airlines might deal with the demand for social distancing on flights – or, indeed, whether it is an issue carriers can solve. And they consider which markets might be first to return - particularly in g...
2020-04-2340 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastWhat will the airline industry look like when flying restarts?With talk in some markets turning to how airline markets might open up again as coronavirus cases peak, Graham and Lewis examine the current state of the industry and where it might be heading. Among the topics considered, they look at Virgin Australia’s demise and the moral hazard faced by governments around helping airlines. Could we see more state-owned carriers in future? They also discuss how airlines might deal with the demand for social distancing on flights – or, indeed, whether it is an issue carriers can solve. And they consider which markets might be first to return - particularly in g...
2020-04-2340 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business Podcast'Cash crunch' for airlines as majority of global fleet is groundedGraham and Lewis talk through the latest developments in the airline industry as the majority of the world’s fleet is grounded amid the coronavirus crisis. They discuss the prospects for carriers facing a cash crunch as revenues dry up – including whether the unprecedented circumstances might prompt consolidation as operators either collapse or merge with rivals. Having recently spoken to serving airline chief executives, Graham and Lewis also highlight the approaches being taken by Etihad and Air Baltic. Graham is then joined by Americas air transport editor Pilar Wolfsteller to discuss developments in the Americas, including tough decisions to be made...
2020-04-0335 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business Podcast'Cash crunch' for airlines as majority of global fleet is groundedGraham and Lewis talk through the latest developments in the airline industry as the majority of the world’s fleet is grounded amid the coronavirus crisis. They discuss the prospects for carriers facing a cash crunch as revenues dry up – including whether the unprecedented circumstances might prompt consolidation as operators either collapse or merge with rivals. Having recently spoken to serving airline chief executives, Graham and Lewis also highlight the approaches being taken by Etihad and Air Baltic. Graham is then joined by Americas air transport editor Pilar Wolfsteller to discuss developments in the Americas, including tough decisions to be made...
2020-04-0335 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastAirlines ground fleets as IATA gives latest impact assessmentGraham and Lewis talk through the latest figures and thoughts from IATA as airlines across the world ground their fleets in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Graham is then joined by Asia-Pacific bureau chief Greg Waldron to talk through the specific impact on markets in that region – including some potentially positive developments in China. Read more of our coverage on flightglobal.com: Airline coronavirus story could go from ‘Apocalypse Now’ to ‘The Big Short’ https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/airline-coronavirus-story-could-go-from-apocalypse-now-to-the-big-short/137523.article Airline passenger revenues to fall $252 billion in 2020 amid coronavirus: IATA https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/airline-passenger-revenues-to-fall-252-billion-in-2020-amid-coronavirus-iata/137491.article China’s do...
2020-03-2523 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastAirlines ground fleets as IATA gives latest impact assessmentGraham and Lewis talk through the latest figures and thoughts from IATA as airlines across the world ground their fleets in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Graham is then joined by Asia-Pacific bureau chief Greg Waldron to talk through the specific impact on markets in that region – including some potentially positive developments in China. Read more of our coverage on flightglobal.com: Airline coronavirus story could go from ‘Apocalypse Now’ to ‘The Big Short’ https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/airline-coronavirus-story-could-go-from-apocalypse-now-to-the-big-short/137523.article Airline passenger revenues to fall $252 billion in 2020 amid coronavirus: IATA https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/airline-passenger-revenues-to-fall-252-billion-in-2020-amid-coronavirus-iata/137491.article China’s do...
2020-03-2523 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastAirlines reel from coronavirus impact, plus latest on Boeing 737 MaxJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss the impact of the coronavirus, which has been described by IATA as a “crisis” for the airline industry. Graham and Lewis consider markets across the world, including Italy’s, which has joined those in Asia and elsewhere in feeling a strong impact from the outbreak. They also look at IATA’s latest estimates for the virus’s economic impact They then consider the recent collapses of Air Italy and Flybe – including the environmental dimension to any government intervention to rescue operators. Finally, Graham is joined by FlightGlobal’s Americas bur...
2020-03-1138 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastAirlines reel from coronavirus impact, plus latest on Boeing 737 MaxJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss the impact of the coronavirus, which has been described by IATA as a “crisis” for the airline industry. Graham and Lewis consider markets across the world, including Italy’s, which has joined those in Asia and elsewhere in feeling a strong impact from the outbreak. They also look at IATA’s latest estimates for the virus’s economic impact They then consider the recent collapses of Air Italy and Flybe – including the environmental dimension to any government intervention to rescue operators. Finally, Graham is joined by FlightGlobal’s Americas bur...
2020-03-1138 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastEnd-of-year (and decade) reviewJoin Graham Dunn, Lewis Harper and Max Kingsley-Jones as they look back on 2019 and the past decade, and forward to what 2020 might have in store for airlines. Why IATA is sounding a more optimistic note for airlines in 2020 https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/why-iata-is-sounding-a-more-optimistic-note-for-airlines-in-2020/135745.article Do high-profile failures tell the airline story of 2019? https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/do-high-profile-failures-tell-the-airline-story-of-2019/134612.article 2019 airline year in review https://www.flightglobal.com/in-depth/2019-airline-year-in-review/134609.article Key airline CEO appointments in 2019 https://www.flightglobal.com/in-depth/key-airline-ceo-appointments-in-2019/134614.article Ryanair chief Michael O’Leary on group CEO role, strikes, 737 Max and environmental scrutiny https://www.flightglobal.co...
2019-12-2047 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastEnd-of-year (and decade) reviewJoin Graham Dunn, Lewis Harper and Max Kingsley-Jones as they look back on 2019 and the past decade, and forward to what 2020 might have in store for airlines. Why IATA is sounding a more optimistic note for airlines in 2020 https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/why-iata-is-sounding-a-more-optimistic-note-for-airlines-in-2020/135745.article Do high-profile failures tell the airline story of 2019? https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/do-high-profile-failures-tell-the-airline-story-of-2019/134612.article 2019 airline year in review https://www.flightglobal.com/in-depth/2019-airline-year-in-review/134609.article Key airline CEO appointments in 2019 https://www.flightglobal.com/in-depth/key-airline-ceo-appointments-in-2019/134614.article Ryanair chief Michael O’Leary on group CEO role, strikes, 737 Max and environmental scrutiny https://www.flightglobal.co...
2019-12-2047 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastDecember 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss signs of slowing in the performance of carriers in Europe and elsewhere. They also examine IAG’s potential purchase of Spanish carrier Air Europa and the latest developments in Brazil as the country’s government attempts to kick-start growth of commercial aviation. FlightGlobal's executive director of content Max Kingsley-Jones then joins Lewis to talk through developments from this year’s Dubai air show, including a raft of orders from Emirates and some new 737 Max deals for Boeing. ANALYSIS: Climate tightens in third quarter for European airlines https://www.fl...
2019-11-2638 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastDecember 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss signs of slowing in the performance of carriers in Europe and elsewhere. They also examine IAG’s potential purchase of Spanish carrier Air Europa and the latest developments in Brazil as the country’s government attempts to kick-start growth of commercial aviation. FlightGlobal's executive director of content Max Kingsley-Jones then joins Lewis to talk through developments from this year’s Dubai air show, including a raft of orders from Emirates and some new 737 Max deals for Boeing. ANALYSIS: Climate tightens in third quarter for European airlines https://www.fl...
2019-11-2638 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastNovember 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss another round of winter failures in the European market – including Thomas Cook's collapse. They also examine Virgin Atlantic's plans for a third runway at Heathrow after a rebranding of Flybe, the surprise LATAM-Delta tie-up and growth at China's airports as Beijing Daxing opens. FlightGlobal's executive director of content Max Kingsley-Jones then joins Graham to talk through this month's Airline Business cover interview with Emirates Airline's president Tim Clark. ANALYSIS: Airlines still feeling heat in European leisure market https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/analysis-airlines-still-feeling-heat-in-european-le-461465/ Flybe and widebody or...
2019-10-2236 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastNovember 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss another round of winter failures in the European market – including Thomas Cook's collapse. They also examine Virgin Atlantic's plans for a third runway at Heathrow after a rebranding of Flybe, the surprise LATAM-Delta tie-up and growth at China's airports as Beijing Daxing opens. FlightGlobal's executive director of content Max Kingsley-Jones then joins Graham to talk through this month's Airline Business cover interview with Emirates Airline's president Tim Clark. ANALYSIS: Airlines still feeling heat in European leisure market https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/analysis-airlines-still-feeling-heat-in-european-le-461465/ Flybe and widebody or...
2019-10-2236 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastOctober 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss Michael O'Leary's new group role at Ryanair, troubles at French leisure carrier Aigle Azur, and the latest on the Boeing 737 Max's return to service, including Southwest's take on the type's branding. They also examine turmoil in the air cargo markets and the latest passenger capacity trends. FlightGlobal's Asia-Pacific bureau chief Greg Waldron then joins Graham to talk through this month's Airline Business cover interview with Vietnam Airlines' chief executive Duong Tri Thanh and the Vietnamese market in general. ANALYSIS: EASA concerns show scale of Max challenge https...
2019-09-1238 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastOctober 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss Michael O'Leary's new group role at Ryanair, troubles at French leisure carrier Aigle Azur, and the latest on the Boeing 737 Max's return to service, including Southwest's take on the type's branding. They also examine turmoil in the air cargo markets and the latest passenger capacity trends. FlightGlobal's Asia-Pacific bureau chief Greg Waldron then joins Graham to talk through this month's Airline Business cover interview with Vietnam Airlines' chief executive Duong Tri Thanh and the Vietnamese market in general. ANALYSIS: EASA concerns show scale of Max challenge https...
2019-09-1238 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastSeptember 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss a summer of strike action in Europe, Rupert Hogg's departure from Cathay Pacific amid turmoil in Hong Kong, the impact of the Boeing 737 Max grounding on second-quarter financials, Trump's intervention in the Gulf carrier spat, and FlightGlobal's latest survey of women in the C-suite. They also talk through this month's Airline Business cover interview with Indigo Partners founder Bill Franke. Cathay chairman cites recent 'pressure' on brand as chief departs https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/cathay-chairman-cites-recent-pressure-on-brand-as-460324/ Max grounding costs tear into TUI figures https://www.flightglobal...
2019-08-2240 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastSeptember 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss a summer of strike action in Europe, Rupert Hogg's departure from Cathay Pacific amid turmoil in Hong Kong, the impact of the Boeing 737 Max grounding on second-quarter financials, Trump's intervention in the Gulf carrier spat, and FlightGlobal's latest survey of women in the C-suite. They also talk through this month's Airline Business cover interview with Indigo Partners founder Bill Franke. Cathay chairman cites recent 'pressure' on brand as chief departs https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/cathay-chairman-cites-recent-pressure-on-brand-as-460324/ Max grounding costs tear into TUI figures https://www.flightglobal...
2019-08-2240 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastJuly-August 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss the departure of Bjorn Kjos from Norwegian, a surprise resignation from Ryanair's senior team, opportunities in India, the winners from this year's Airline Strategy Awards and the latest World Airline Rankings. Ellis Taylor from the Asia bureau then talks through his cover interview with Korean Air chief executive Walter Cho. Kjos steps down as Norwegian chief https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/kjos-steps-down-as-norwegian-chief-459596/ Ryanair operations chief to step down https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/ryanair-operations-chief-to-step-down-459600/ ANALYSIS: 'Boring' Lufthansa seeks Eurowings reboot https://www.flightglobal.com/news...
2019-07-1840 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastJuly-August 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss the departure of Bjorn Kjos from Norwegian, a surprise resignation from Ryanair's senior team, opportunities in India, the winners from this year's Airline Strategy Awards and the latest World Airline Rankings. Ellis Taylor from the Asia bureau then talks through his cover interview with Korean Air chief executive Walter Cho. Kjos steps down as Norwegian chief https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/kjos-steps-down-as-norwegian-chief-459596/ Ryanair operations chief to step down https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/ryanair-operations-chief-to-step-down-459600/ ANALYSIS: 'Boring' Lufthansa seeks Eurowings reboot https://www.flightglobal.com/news...
2019-07-1840 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastParis air show wrap-upJoin Airline Business managing editor Lewis Harper and executive editor Graham Dunn as they take you through all the key airline-related developments at this year’s Paris air show. They discuss the orders from Wednesday and Thursday – including Airbus A321XLR commitments from Indigo Partners and American Airlines – and the biggest stories from the past few days in Le Bourget, including IAG's surprise letter of intent for 200 Boeing 737 Max jets. Indigo Partners signs for 50 A321XLRs https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/paris-indigo-partners-signs-for-50-a321xlrs-459158/ Airbus lands marquee American A321XLR order https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/paris-airbus-lands-marquee-american-a321xlr-order-459191/ Boeing...
2019-06-2027 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastParis air show wrap-upJoin Airline Business managing editor Lewis Harper and executive editor Graham Dunn as they take you through all the key airline-related developments at this year’s Paris air show. They discuss the orders from Wednesday and Thursday – including Airbus A321XLR commitments from Indigo Partners and American Airlines – and the biggest stories from the past few days in Le Bourget, including IAG's surprise letter of intent for 200 Boeing 737 Max jets. Indigo Partners signs for 50 A321XLRs https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/paris-indigo-partners-signs-for-50-a321xlrs-459158/ Airbus lands marquee American A321XLR order https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/paris-airbus-lands-marquee-american-a321xlr-order-459191/ Boeing...
2019-06-2027 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastJune 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss acquisition fever in the Canadian market, the impact of the Jet Airways collapse, the financial fallout from the Boeing 737 Max grounding, the health of the long-haul low-cost sector, and the challenges faced by Europe's biggest budget operators. Ghim-Lay Yeo then joins the discussion to talk through this month's Airline Business cover interview with Spirit Airlines chief executive Ted Christie. Air Canada in talks to acquire Transat AT https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/air-canada-in-talks-to-acquire-transat-at-458232/ ANALYSIS: Onex aims for WestJet growth https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/analysis-onex-aims-for-westjet-growth-458165/ ...
2019-05-2233 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastJune 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss acquisition fever in the Canadian market, the impact of the Jet Airways collapse, the financial fallout from the Boeing 737 Max grounding, the health of the long-haul low-cost sector, and the challenges faced by Europe's biggest budget operators. Ghim-Lay Yeo then joins the discussion to talk through this month's Airline Business cover interview with Spirit Airlines chief executive Ted Christie. Air Canada in talks to acquire Transat AT https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/air-canada-in-talks-to-acquire-transat-at-458232/ ANALYSIS: Onex aims for WestJet growth https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/analysis-onex-aims-for-westjet-growth-458165/ ...
2019-05-2233 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastMay 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss the grounding of the Boeing 737 Max, JetBlue Airways' transatlantic launch, the collapse of Wow Air, the impact of the Boeing 737 Max grounding, and the opening of Turkish Airlines' new mega-hub. Mavis Toh then joins the discussion to talk through this month's Airline Business cover interview with Juneyao Airlines chairman Wang Junjin. Jet Airways extends international suspension https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/jet-airways-extends-international-suspension-457503/ OPINION: How does industry recover from 737 Max grounding saga? https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/opinion-how-does-industry-recover-from-737-max-grou-457454/ SpiceJet to lease 16 additional 737-800s https...
2019-04-1730 minAirline Business Podcast
Airline Business PodcastMay 2019 issueJoin executive editor Graham Dunn and managing editor Lewis Harper as they discuss the grounding of the Boeing 737 Max, JetBlue Airways' transatlantic launch, the collapse of Wow Air, the impact of the Boeing 737 Max grounding, and the opening of Turkish Airlines' new mega-hub. Mavis Toh then joins the discussion to talk through this month's Airline Business cover interview with Juneyao Airlines chairman Wang Junjin. Jet Airways extends international suspension https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/jet-airways-extends-international-suspension-457503/ OPINION: How does industry recover from 737 Max grounding saga? https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/opinion-how-does-industry-recover-from-737-max-grou-457454/ SpiceJet to lease 16 additional 737-800s https...
2019-04-1730 min