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Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 513 - Runways, Seating and SatellitesJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev and Nik as they go through all this week's aviation news and some tangentially related aviation content! In this week's show we've got Southwest seating, a Boom in Farnborough, more on Heathrow's third runway, and some great news about women pilots. In the military news we have more on F-16s in Ukraine, and Saabs launching satellites! You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube.
2024-08-011h 57
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 501 - Inappropriate Show TitlesJoin us for another evening of aviation fun! Lots of news to get through presented by your favourite podcast hosts 😜 In this week's show we have the latest Boeing shenanigans, a returning regular Ryanair round-up, more on GPS jamming, and plenty of Airbus content to keep Andy happy! We have a story about the passing of aviation legend Dirk Rutan and contrary to popular belief (and because Nev's not here this week) we've got a bunch of military goings-on as well! We're a little down on numbers this week; Nev's off somewhere in 1A, Armand...
2024-05-101h 41
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 497 - Dodgy Toilet and April FoolsJoin Carlos, Nev, Nik, Andy and Matt for this week's Aviation Rollercoaster. In this week's show we have a packed commercial segment, with a bullet on a plane, a dodgy toilet, some fantastic april fools, and Joe Biden drops a clanger! In the military news, there's a B1 back from the boneyard, a high-speed test aircraft, Greek F-16s, and Armando tells us about Go/No-Go pills. Nev has got a fantastic interview for us all about conquering a fear of flying, and we have another interview to bring you from the drone summit in D...
2024-04-062h 00
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 487 - Tail Strikes and Toilet HumourJoin Carlos, Nev, Nik and Capt Andy for this week's show. In this week's PACKED show we've got it all! From a tail strike in Toronto, a TUI jet getting very delayed, and a passenger stuck in a toilet....as we do love a bit of toilet humour on PTUK! We'll hear from Armando about an incident in America, and we've got some entries for our book competition. In the military we'll hear about an expensive incident with a torch, and an explosive story about cakes! Our new timeslot for the Live record is...
2024-01-281h 44
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 486 - Late StartJoin Carlos, Armando, Nik and A320 Matt for this week's show. In this week's show Ural Airlines gives up on flying its Airbus out of that farmer's field and a British Airways pilot is kidnapped on a layover! In the military, NASA inches closer to developing a commercially viable supersonic transport and there are some battlefield victories in Ukraine. You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube.
2024-01-211h 39
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 482 - The 'Is Anyone There' EditionJoining Carlos this week are Nev, Armando and Nik In this week's show we've got a SAF story, Nev's talking airline points, Amando's giving us the low-down on flying costs, and we've got a helicopter flying on a tablet! For the military, Armando will talk to us about a recent Air Force CV-22 mishap, we've got F-16s in Romania, and some new US Coast Guard Helicopters. So get settled in with the drinks service and snacks, and fasten your seatbelts for episode 482!
2023-12-071h 45Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 477 - He Did Well!Join Carlos, Nev, Armando, Nik and Andy for this weeks packed show! In this week's show.... we've got some misbehaving bizjets, a new airline, an Airbus scratching it's bottom, and we look back at Concorde, on the 20th anniversary of its retirement. In the military we've got more tanker news, B21 taxi tests, and a farewell to the Gazelle. You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube.
2023-10-291h 47
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 476 - It's a FUME eventJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev, Nik and Armando for this weeks packed show! In this week's show we've got a story that's really struck gold, a mucky delay, flying hand soap, and (in the style of Fred Flintstone!) WILMA!! We've had an absolute deluge of entries for our "caption this", and in the military we've got fundraising news for a popular Vulcan, as well as some updates from our very own grey-expert Armando. You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our cha...
2023-10-231h 46
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 475 - Back at HQJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev, Nik and Armando for this weeks packed show! In this week's show we've got a flame-grilled Range Rover, EasyJet have been writing some big cheques, a new premium airline, and SHOCK HORROR, Nev's been demoted to 11A! In the Military we have a great story about a WW2 aircraft catapult! You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube.
2023-10-191h 23
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 474 - Keep Calm and CarrionJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev, Nik and Armando for this weeks packed show! Matt joins Armando live from North Carolina for this week's Aviation frolocking! In this week's show we've got some crinkly cargo planes, x-rayed pets, a family fly-in, and (just for Matt!) some wine-derived aircraft fuel! In the military we've got a solar spy plane, a super Saab, and some inflight refuelling. But before all that, Matt's been enjoying the high-life, with his own personal air-chauffeur! You can get in touch with us all at :
2023-10-101h 59
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 473 - More Droning OnJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev and Armando for this weeks packed show! In this week's show we've got fake....engine parts....news, a flying eye in the sky, more droning on (and not just from Carlos), and a couple having a LOVE MOMENT! We've got an update from Armando about the Reno Air Races, and in the military we have simulator training in Ukraine, more droning on from Nev, and Fortnite comes to the B-52! You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in...
2023-10-021h 57
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 465 - Faulty A380s and Fuel ContaminationJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev and Nik for this week's episode! You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube.
2023-07-231h 55
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 463 - Flying Colanders and FashionJoin Matt, Nev, and Nik for this week's episode! In this week's show, Flying Colanders! … I mean Cars! One airline decides to get into the fashion industry and we celebrate the birthday of one cabin crew member who is soon to be a great-grandmother! In the military massive upgrades for the RAF Typhoons and a first flight for the T-7A. You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube. Here are the links...
2023-07-111h 48
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 462 - The one where the Nose Gears kept falling off!Join Carlos, Matt, Nev, Nik and a virtual Armando for this week's episode! In this week's show one airliner decides its nose gear is too good to use, one cargo carrier starts to thin out its aircraft starting with the MD-11 (they are an ugly aircraft anyway) & one pilot decides that a license isnt needed to fly his jet In the military the irish go all C295 and the National Museum of the USAF Hosts Air Power History Tour. You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@pl...
2023-07-022h 01
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 460 - SuperSubs to the Rescue with Captain JeffJoin Matt, Nev, Nik and Captain Jeff for this week's episode! In this week's show: We take a look at some of the footage that we shot at the RAF Cosford airshow last week. How many passenger 747s are still flying? And Ryanair bans Brits from taking duty free booze on popular flights In the military, we talk tilt rotors; the RAF retires its C-130s, and a massive exercise kicks off in Europe. You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment...
2023-06-211h 57
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 457 - The one with Carlos in the StatesJoin Matt, Carlos, Nev and Armando for this week's episode! In this week's show we look at the demise of Virgin Orbit, we pay another visit to the Museum of Flight at East Fortune and in the military Armando discusses the EF16 Hornet that crashed in Spain but the pilot was fortunate enough to be able to eject to safety. You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube.
2023-05-282h 02
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 456 - With Captain JeffJoin Matt, Armando and the legend that is Captain Jeff for this week's episode! In this week's show we look at a pilot's frankly astounding save at an airshow in Reo Negro, everyone's favourite low cost airline dust off the cheque book with a HUUUGE order and a propeller strap penetrates the cabin of a Link Airways Saab 340B mid-flight. In the military, Armando talks Amphibious Special Ops, B17 worthiness and the Navy Museum at Pensacola. You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or...
2023-05-212h 11
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 450 - With John JesterJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev, a virtual Armando and John Jester for this week's episode. In this week's show one pilot steps in & saves the day, BA are on the hunt for pilots, and a 717 takes a mid air leak. In the military Armando takes a look at Rivets & its F15's to the rescue. Don't forget you can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : ...
2023-04-032h 17
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 449 - Coffee Chaos, Chaotic Tweets and Crazy PassengersJoin Carlos, Nev and Nik for this week's episode. In the commercial, we've got coffee causing chaos, chaotic tweets and crazy passengers. In the military this week we talk about A-10s, U-2s, Apaches, MiG-29's, and even a Messerschmitt or two. Don't forget you can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube.
2023-03-261h 45
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 447 - The one with a Nik not a NevJoin Carlos, Matt, Armando and Nick Codling for this week's episode. In this week's show we have more unruly behaviour in the skies and Carlos breaks down the REAL costs of learning to fly in the UK. Armando brings us some sad news about the Reno Air Races. In the military, the new AC-130 Gunship unleashes hell on a Korean island and the US Air Force's mobility and transport fleet go incognito! Don't forget you can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or...
2023-03-122h 05
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 434 - With Matt C!Join Carlos, Matt, Nev, Matt and a virtual Armando for this week's show. In this week's show Ryanair have a moan about delays, a rogue curtain delays a BA flight and a Airbus A321 has fun with a Tug. In the military, Armando talks about the Warbird mid-air collision in Dallas this past week. We start another interview series with Rick Peacock-Edwards, there's some Vulcan talk and of course we've got the latest with the commercial and the military aviation news. Join us in the chatroom so you can have your say and...
2022-11-202h 03
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 428 - The One With All The InterviewsJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev and Armando for a special recorded show this week. Don't forget you can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube. Nev and Carlos bring us some more of their time at the Jersey International Air Show, Captain Nick continues his discussion with Chris Burwell and Armando shares with us an amazing chat he had with Vicky Benzing at this year's Reno Air Races.
2022-10-091h 24
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 418 - Oshkosh, the PilotEdge and a SimVentureJoin Carlos, Nev and Armando (on tape) for a big pile of aviation fun. In this week's episode the UK's legacy carrier announces more cancellations up to the end of October and Nev's original lift home requires a little assistance on arrival at Copenhagen! Armando is flying this week but instead of military news, he brings us an interview with Kevin Meyers from PilotEdge, a popular Air Traffic Control add-on to your favourite flight simulator. Don't forget you can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com
2022-07-111h 53
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 417 - The Disruptions EpisodeJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev and Armando for this week's show. In this weeks show one airline is brushing the dust off its A380, one airline loses some luggage and its not Nev's this time & its bunk bed fun for one lucky airline. In the military the US Air Force pushes for more Gulfstream-based Electronic Warfare aircraft, Lockheed Skunkworks walks about Top Gun, and Armando gives us a rundown of why 4th generation fighters are more relevant than ever. Don't forget you can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podc...
2022-07-052h 04Plane Talking UK PodcastMini Military SpecialUnfortunately we couldn't get the stars to align this week so Armando has come to the rescue with a 'shorter than usual' mini military special. Here are the links to the stories Armando mentioned this week : MILITARY https://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/your-marine-corps/2022/06/09/5-marines-dead-in-california-osprey-crash/ https://www.ang.af.mil/Media/Article-Display/Article/3055988/new-air-national-guard-exercise-tests-agility-in-michigan/ https://www.australiandefence.com.au/news/details-surface-on-china-s-dangerous-interception-of-raaf-p-8a https://warbirdsnews.com/aviation-museum-news/flying-proms-symphonic-air-show-returns-to-the-military-aviation-museum.html
2022-06-1217 min
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 397 - The One That Wouldn't PublishJoin, Carlos, Matt, Nev and Armando for this week's programme. In this week's packed show Airbus & Qatar argue about paint, Airbus rents out some aircraft to earn a few quid, and a Boeing 747 that cost a quid is turned into a nightclub. In the military, another F-35 crashes into the ocean, this time an American F-35C into the South China Sea while pictures emerge of the recovered British F-35 that plopped into the sea a few weeks ago. A couple ex-RAF BAe-146s are headed to museums, and Armando talks about how the Air Force is...
2022-02-021h 57
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 395 - New Year AssembleJoin, Carlos, Matt, Nev, and Armando for this week's programme. It's our first live show of 2022! Hope you all had a wonderful holiday period. Now, let's talk aviation! In this week's show the 737 Max receives 100 orders from a surprising airline, there's a shocking bird strike in South Africa and there's some exciting career opportunities on offer at Newcastle Airport. In the military we have a bit of a fighter roundup from the holidays; Israel orders some new (yet classic) aircraft for its Air Force; The US Air Force hints at an F-22 replacement; and a...
2022-01-092h 00
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 393 - Hoarse'ing AroundJoin Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's programme. In this week's show, a DC-3 is involved in a gear up landing, Virgin Atlantic launches its first long haul destination from Edinburgh and in India, passengers have to push an aircraft down the runway after a tyre ruptures. In the military, listener Sturman sent in some questions about the situation in Ukraine which Armando addresses. The French make some big sales deals with the Rafale and we update the situation with the UK F-35 that crashed into the Mediterrenean. Don't forget you can...
2021-12-151h 33
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 386 - A Mixed BagJoin Carlos, Matt Nev and Armando for this week's programme. In this week's show we look at the worlds greatest low cost carriers, one airline makes their A320s idle and Ryanair pop a cork In the military a Boeing 757 will be the testbed for the new Tempest fighter; the Luftwaffe unveils its new A312neo transport; a Us Navy training jet crashes near Dallas Texas and a B-2 Bomber runs off the runway in Missouri. It's the final part of Nik Codling's interview with Elliot Seguin where we ask him 'that' question...
2021-10-052h 12
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 385 - Two's CompanyJoin Matt & Nev for this week's programme. In this week's show: BA have canned their short haul operations out of LGW until further notice, Boeing reportedly investigating empty tequila bottles found on a future Air Force One and a wrong turn took student's PA-28 into approach path of a B737. Armando has a wonderful interview with an aviation photographer from Reno, Nev brings us Part 1 of the Pytch Air series and we continue Nik Codling's interview with test pilot Elliot Seguin in this show. If you want to see what we got up...
2021-09-262h 10
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 384 - with Andy & Nik!In this week's show Carlos drones on about maths, Nik talks to us about the logistics of diversions, and Andy teaches us some history! But seriously, we talk about passengers with no seats, hands free bathrooms and how you, dear listener, can go air racing! And we hear from Eliot Seguin in part 2 of his chat with Nik. Don't forget you can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +44 757 22 491 66 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube.
2021-09-211h 44
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 383 - 9/11 - 20 Years LaterJoin Carlos, Nev and Armando for this week's programme. We bring all the latest commercial aviation news to you. Nik Codling brings us a wonderful interview with Wasabi Flight Test Pilot Elliot Seguin who's currently testing the Ampaire Hybrid Electric Aircraft. We share our thoughts how 9/11 has affected the aviation industry in the last 20 years. And Lt. Col Jeff shares his personal and first hand account of what it was like to be flying in the US through 9-11. If you want to see what we got up to earlier this year check out these...
2021-09-121h 51
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 380 - Origami AircraftJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev and Armando for this week's programme. In this week's show one airline celebrates 75 years of cargo operations, an A330 doesn't want to take off & we take a look at the ultimate paper aeroplane ! In the military Armando shares his personal thoughts on the situation in Afghanistan and he takes some questions from the team and the chat room. If you want to see what we got up to last month check out these highlights: https://youtu.be/KXASgGW2Wy8 Don't forget you can get in touch...
2021-08-221h 53
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 371 - Porpoising With Capt. AlJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev and Armando (on tape) for this week's programme. In this week's show a passenger tries to take up piloting by attempting to break into the flight deck, the E190 gets special clearance into London City, and a 100 year old man logs some Sim time. In the military we have a lot of news from the US Air Force as the begin evaluating electric aircraft for medical ejaculation missions, they retire the last OC-135 treaty verification aircraft, and they abandon plans to replace their fleet of 757 (or C-32) VIP aircraft while the US Navy...
2021-06-142h 05
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 370 - 3 Blades, 2 Booms and a near BangJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev and Armando for this week's programme. In this week's show Some airlines are going to ban alcohol "Oh Nooo", HiFly are sharpening up with a three blade concept & United airlines goes Boom & no thats nothing to do with the venga boys. In the military find out why the US Navy are swapping out F/A-18s for US Air Force F-16s and F-35s have a close call with a AW139 helicopter over Norwich! We've got a segment all about Hurricane Hunting from Armando and we've even got some airshow news!
2021-06-081h 50
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 368 - With Mike Ling MBE - Blades Aerobatic Team PilotJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev and Armando for this week's aviation fun. Joining us also is special guest, Blades Aerobatic Team Pilot, Mike Ling MBE FRAeS! The Blades are a leading display team, world-famous for flying close-formation aerobatics to the highest level. The world's only aerobatic airline to fly passengers in formation, on their unforgettable flying experience days, in line with the same safety standards as your mainstream airline. Mike flies as Blade 3 and has been with the team since 2019. Mike previously flew over 2500 sorties with the RAF Red Arrows! You can find out...
2021-05-232h 06
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 358 - Cockpit Cat-AstropheJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev, Armando and returning for an evening of chaos it's Matt & Andy from the A320 Podcast! In this week's show we look at very fancy food, a cat attacks a pilot, and a welsh couple pull an Airbus A320. In the military planes and boats meet as the US Marines end their many years of Hornets at sea while American F-35s work aboard an Italian Navy ship. A contract fighter plane for the US Military experiences a mishap at Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida, and Boeing's new T-7 Redhawk goes...
2021-03-072h 02
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 356 - Flying VIPs Jets with Rebecca DeanJoin Carlos, Matt, Nev and Armando for the show this week. Rebecca Dean is with us to talk about her time as a VIP Flight Attendant. In the commercial news BA say goodbye to their baby bus, we see the arrival of a new low cost airline & we take at a look at a shiny new airbus cabin. In the military a Black Hawk is down and French jets cut power to a whole village by flying too low. George Lee MBE talks to Nick about various brushes with the Royals and Armando...
2021-02-211h 55
Plane Talking UK PodcastNew Year - 2020 ReviewJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando, Matt and John as they pick their favourite segments and interviews from what can only be described as a truly challenging year for Aviation. In this episode Matt chooses his favourite Plane Truth with Captain Al and Dan Holley as they talk weather, Armando relives our chat with Arial Tweto, Nev reminisces our 300th event at the Renaissance Hotel in London, John reminds us of when Peter Collings joined us to talk engines and Carlos casts his mind back to the Dubai Airshow when he spoke to Randy Tinseth from Boeing. ...
2021-01-031h 53
Plane Talking UK PodcastChristmas 2020 ExtravaganzaJoin Carlos, Nev, Matt, Armando, John, Captain Jeff, Captain Nick, Paul Papadimitriou, Brian Coleman, David Corston, Grant McHerron, Captain Matt, Captain Andy, First Officer Mila, Our Maine Man Micah and Captain Al for this very special festive episode. In this programme our esteemed hosts share their aviation Christmas memories, take part in our annual quiz and attempt to create the '15 Days of Christmas'. Micah brings us his annual holiday message and Nick Codling, Barbara Parish, Andrew Van Der Saag and Ariel Tweto send us their festive greetings. [0:00:00] Special Festive Intro [0:01:03] Welcome...
2020-12-272h 03
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 334 - Lick of Paint RequiredJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's show. In this week's show it's been a bad few weeks for Boeing's 767, Aer Lingus mulls over moving it's Transatlantic base to the UK and there's good news as more airlines ditch their change fees to encourage more people to fly. In the military a US Navy E2 Hawkeye crashes in Virginia with the crew safely egressing the aircraft and two VERY capable helicopters get some upgrades in Russia and the US. In this week's Plane Truth we're talking window cracks and Jan Hubner...
2020-09-061h 57
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 331 – Round Trip SightseeingJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando and a very quiet Matt for this week's programme. In this week's show there's more bad news for Rolls Royce as they alert operators to Trent engine blades cracking, everyone's favourite low cost carrier smashes their 7 star rating and suggestions are made that simulated evacuations should be more realistic. In the military a helicopter gets shot at while training in the US state of Virginia and the Air Force is 3D printing engine components. In this week's Plane Truth we learn all about the Black Box and Tanya Weinman...
2020-08-161h 59
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 329 – The Young PilotJoin Nev, Matt, Carlos and Armando (via video) for this week's episode of the UK's favourite Aviation Podcast. We'll be talking with Britain's Youngest Pilot Jack Jenner-Hall. Nev has another Passenger Experience lined up for you and Armando chats with good friend John Jester about findings from the Atlas Air Flight 3591 crash investigation. If you haven't done so already, make sure you send in your feedback before next week to be in with a chance of winning the AMAZING £150 prize offered Andrew to spend on the PLANE RECLAIMERS web shop. Can't wait to find out a...
2020-08-022h 08
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 328 - A World First!Join Carlos, Armando and Matt for this week's episode of the UK's number one Aviation Podcast. In this week's show a Flying club in Norfolk aims launches a new course to get old aviation off the ground, there's a world first coming out of Dubai as FREE COVID medical cover is offered by one airline and we're 'Going Green' with an Eco-Demonstrator and a 70 seater hybrid. In the military we're keeping with the green theme and we explore the possibility of a battery powered fighter jet and a cow gets stuck in a Riverbank.
2020-07-262h 07
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 327 - Ariel Tweto & Sean Van HattenFlying Wild Alaska's Ariel Tweto and Reno Air Racer & Test Pilot Sean Van Hatten join Carlos, Armando and Matt for this week's episode of the UK's number one Aviation Podcast. Ariel Tweto from the wildly popular Discovery Channel TV show Flying Wild Alaska joins us on the show to talk to us about flying in Alaska, filming and producing the TV show, and her own journey to become a pilot, and life after the show. Sean Van Hatten talks to us about being a test pilot, flight instructor, aerobatic performer, and being the pilot at the controls for the...
2020-07-192h 18
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 326 - Wizz Buzz WazzJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's episode of the UK's number one Aviation News Podcast. In this week's show a 787 is damaged as an engine collides with a Jet Bridge, Wizz Air announce they are taking legal action against Ryanair over the Buzz brand and there's a new radio station launched especially for cabin crew. In the military Boris Johnson's newly painted aircraft is employed in an operational role and an Afghan Air Force A-29 is confirmed to have crashed in the Northeast part of the country. In this week's...
2020-07-121h 52
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 325 - Anyone for Chicken?Join Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's edition of the UK's Number One Aviation Podcast. SUBSCRIBE to us on YouTube and hit the Bell icon to be sure not to miss any of our LIVE shows. To get in touch and help driving the conversation : Send us an email via podcast@planetalkinguk.com via the website using https://www.planetalkinguk.com or send us a WhatsApp using +447572249166. On this week's show there's good news as Virgin Australia announce they've found a buyer, EasyJet release plans to close 3 of their operating bases and 737 MAX schedule Certification Test flights...
2020-07-052h 31
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 324 - Plane ReclaimersJoin Carlos, Nev, Matt and Armando for this week's episode of the UK's Number One Aviation Podcast. Andrew from the 'Plane Reclaimers' TV Show joins us to talk about the ins and outs of taking the in's of the aircraft out. In this week's show we learn there is a heady mix of apologies and law suits for Luton's favourite low cost carrier, facemasks and smoking force a Canadian budget airline to divert to Winnipeg and the last ever flight of an A380 operated by the French flag carrier takes place. In the military there...
2020-06-282h 33
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 323 - Chocks Away Times ThreeJoin Carlos, Nev, Matt and Armando for this week's episode of the UK's Number One Aviation Podcast. We introduce a new segment "The Plane Truth" with Captain Al. This show's topic is: Is Airplane Air Safe? Recycled Air and HEPA filters. In this show we find out about the latest news from Boeing regarding the MAX, an unusual alliance between BA and everyone's favourite low cost airlines form to take on the government and Istanbul launches it's reign as Europe's largest airport with 3 simultaneous take-offs. In the military the wreckage Of The F-15C Eagle That Crashed Off The...
2020-06-212h 08
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 322 - Alexa Order Me a MissileJoin Carlos, Armando, Matt and Captain Al for this week's episode of the UK's Number One Aviation Podcast. In this week's show we learn all about the UK government's new quarantine regulations, Ryanair make an important temporary alteration to their flight booking policy and France unveil a substantial aid package for the aviation industry. In the military there's damage to an Osprey as it's hit by a civilian aircraft, and Russian MIG35 fighters get their very own in-flight SIRI - What could possibly go wrong there! Armando talks to Bob Mills about the...
2020-06-142h 29
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 321 - La CompanyJoin Carlos, Nev, Matt and Paul from the Layovers Podcast for this weeks latest episode of the UK's Number One Aviation Podcast. In this week's show we learn that Amazon are leasing some new aircraft as business continues to boom, The first A220 rolls off its dedicated Alabama assembly line and we learn that Lion air stops its passenger services just days after restarting them as people fail to follow the rules. In the military the A400M is cleared to drop more Paratroopers from it's side doors and there's good news for the iconic B52 as the contest...
2020-06-072h 38
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 320 - The Mentour PilotJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando, Matt and Mentour Pilot Petter Hörnfeldt for this weeks recording of the PTUK Aviation Podcast. We had a great chat with the one and only Mentour Pilot and Armando talks to Bob Mills about his time as a Naval Aviator, Airline Captain and President of the Sports Class at the Reno Air Races in the first part of a new interview series. There was the usual round up of the latest commercial news too. Check out Mentour Pilot at his channel at the link below: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwpHKudUkP5tNgmMdexB3ow This i...
2020-05-312h 15
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 319 - Anyone for another Foam Party?Join Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this weeks recording of PTUK Aviation Podcast. In today's commercial aviation news we learn of a data breach at EasyJet affecting 9 million customers, vending machines appear in airports selling PPE and AirFrance announce the retirement of their entire fleet of A380s. In the military aviation we hear of awful news from the Snowbirds Display Team and the Irish Air Corps in the Market for a new Transport Plane. Carlos talks to Max Trescott about an innovative autoland product from Garmin and Nev brings us his...
2020-05-242h 28
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 318 - The Military SpecialJoin Carlos, Armando, Matt, Major Rick and Micah (from the Airplane Geeks - www.airplanegeeks.com) for this week's PTUK Aviation Podcast recording. In this week's Grey Stuff special we learn that the A10 will continue flying until 2040, RAF Typhoons conduct exercises with the US B1B Lancer and the first Osprey arrives in Japan. In the commercial news some airlines announce their intentions to return to the skies, Jet Blue's New York flypast draws criticism and the UK's Quarantine scenario draws contempt from airline and crew circles. We also take another trip...
2020-05-172h 31
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 316 - Happy Birthday Captain Tom!Join Nev, Captain Nick and Matt for today's show. In this week's episode we hear worrying news involving Nev's favourite airline, Han Solo is in trouble with the FAA for a runway incursion in the Falcon and after 9 years of delays Berlin celebrate the opening of their new airport. We also pay tribute to the incredible achievements of Captain Tom Moore as he turns 100 years young this week. In the Military we have an accidental missile fire whilst on the ground and the new 'Airforce One' is already over budget despite not going...
2020-05-032h 27
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 315 - First Officer CarlosJoin Carlos, Armando, Paul P from the Layovers Podcast and Matt for today's bumper show. In this episode news begins to surface as the financial burden becomes too much some big names in passenger transport, some customers are meeting resistance from their airline when trying to get refunds from their airline and a new UAE low cost carrier is granted it's operating certificate. In the Military the Impressive Elephant Walk Ends USAF Continuous Bomber Presence in Guam after 16 Years and Germany approves the Super Hornet / Growler buy to replace Luftwaffe Tornado Fighter Bomber. ...
2020-04-262h 37
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 314 - International 'Ding your Widebody' WeekJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando, Matt, Andy from the A320 Podcast and Peter Collings for this week's bumper show. In this week's episode we learn that an awful lot of aircraft require a little more than a quick buff to get them back in the air, everyone's favourite low cost airline are a loggerheads with regulators over proposed ideas designed to lift travel restrictions and we talk preparatory maintenance for aircraft when this is all over. In the military we talk about Thunderbirds / Blue Angels / Red Arrows and the world's biggest plane steps up the fight...
2020-04-192h 30
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 313 - Furloughed TashJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando, Matt and Captain Jeff for this week's show. In today's episode everyone's favourite low cost airline boasts massive profits, a young pilot gains his PPL after only 4 months and incorrect parts are responsible for a Boeing 757 gear collapse. We talk to Jeff about the impact this world event is having on our favourite industry and whether we'll ever see flight numbers return to pre-virus levels. In the military an A10 makes an emergency belly landing at Moody Airforce Base and Boeing are being made to replace the sensor and...
2020-04-122h 22
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 311 - Meat Free MondayJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando, David and Matt for this episode. In this week's programme we give you a quick summary of the impact the 'lock down' is having on the industry, there's an accidental discharge in Los Angeles and an innovative seat design allows disabled passengers to use their own wheelchair during flight. In the Military, The US Air Force's Air Combat Command plans to award multiple contracts for adversary aircraft and there's an update on the B17 Flying Fortress incident. Lastly, Armando makes some reading recommendations while we all have some unexpected down-time.
2020-03-292h 25
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 308 - Here We Drone AgainJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando (via video) and Matt for this week's programme. On today's show we ask can COVID-19 be blamed for the collapse of the UK's biggest regional carrier? A mechanic is sentenced to 3 years in prison for aircraft tampering and there's big delays at Frankfurt due to a drone incident. In the military the Air Forces Top General has bad news for the KC46 programme and a UAV manufacturer wants to give aerial tankers their own missile-laden drones. We'd love to hear from you! Why not send us a voice / video note via WhatsApp using +447572249166 or send...
2020-03-081h 49
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 307 - Pressing all the Right Buttons... But not necessarily in the right order. Join Carlos and Nev for this week's programme. In today's episode we learn there is bad news for Heathrow as their expansion plans are thwarted, there's finally some good news for Boeing and there's an impressive new flat bed for one Kiwi carrier. It's our final part with Captain John Hutchinson as he shares with us a signalling mishap out at sea and Armando updates us on the latest news from Reno as he chats to George Catalano. Why not get in touch with us on...
2020-03-011h 57
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 306 - Gold Status DreamsJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando (via video) and Matt for this weeks episode. In today's show we learn that a technical failure triggered more than 100 cancellations at Heathrow, everyone's favourite low cost airline is in trouble with the EU for having an unfair advantage in spain and a New York flight makes an emergency landing at Heathrow resulting in a passenger being detained. In the military, a new unmanned aircraft capable of staying airborne for up to ONE YEAR makes it maiden flight. Also, if you live in Hawaii, your life just got a little better...
2020-02-231h 56
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 305 - The King of SpinJoin Carlos, Armando and Matt for today's programme. In this week's show everyone's favourite low cost airline has their luggage policy deemed abusive by the courts, a disruptive passenger is jailed for trying to open a cabin door mid-flight and a US Entrepreneur opens his fifth airline. In the military we explore how the air force evacuates patients from biological hazard areas. Captain John Hutchinson talks to Nick about some of the perks of being a Concorde Pilot and we have some great audio feedback from Nik Codling. Search social media...
2020-02-162h 06
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 304 - On The Road AgainJoin Matt, Armando and Micah for today's programme. In this episode we learn that 3 dead / 180 people hurt as a jet skids off the runway in Istanbul, Abu Dhabi's long-troubled carrier Etihad sells 38 jets for $1b and a struggling Cathay Pacific takes shocking measures to protect it's financial security during the Coronavirus. Captain John Hutchinson reveals that while Concorde is a much loved aircraft now, back in 1975/76 it was considered very much a poisoned chalice for BOAC. We also have listener feedback from James Taylor and Allan Loveday. In the Military US Special Operations...
2020-02-091h 56
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 302 - 'Carrion' AirlinesJoin Carlos, Armando and Matt for this week's programme. In today's episode we learn that the biggest airport in East Anglia is denied the expansion it hoped for, the MAX saga rumbles on with further delays expected before it returns to service with new concerns raised over the new SIM time required for pilots, there's a cabin smoke issue for one low cost airline and this week's chart involves the world's busiest cargo airports. It's Part 4 of Nick's interview with John Hutchinson and today they turn to John's commercial aviation journey. We also return to...
2020-01-262h 12
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 301 - The Best Seat In The House (Seat 1A)Join Carlos, Nev, Armando, Vinod and Geoff for this week's programme. In today's episode we learn the British government have a lot of questions to answer as they rescue one UK based airline, everyone's favourite low cost company celebrates becoming Europe's biggest airline and an 18 year old becomes Britain's youngest commercial pilot. In the military we learn why combat pilots love the supercharged F15EX so much and the RAF look to launching a fleet of 'Swarming Drones' in april. In part 3 of Nick's interview with John Hutchinson, they talk about his highlights...
2020-01-192h 26
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 300 - The One at the RenaissanceJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for a very special episode with a whole host of incredible friends of the show. In today's programme we talk about that incident involving the Ukraine, everyone's favourite low cost airline boast their green credentials and an Airbus A380 owner claims receiving over 30 requests a day for their flying beast. In part two of Nick's interview with John Hutchinson they continue to talk about his military career and we announce the winners of the Christmas Competition. Wow, what a weekend that was! Thank you so much to...
2020-01-132h 33
Plane Talking UK PodcastThe New Year Episode 2020Join Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this end-of-year special. First up we share with you part one of a special series of 'In conversation with' as Nick Anderson chats to John Hutchinson about his incredible aviation career. Back in November Matt spoke to Captain Nick and Armando about their personal memories involving Remembrance and Veterans Day. Then we share with you our favourite segments from 2019 : Armando's choice was from when he and Megan attended Oshkosh and he chatted to Barry and Sandra as they were about to embark on an incredible adventure arou...
2019-12-291h 31
Plane Talking UK PodcastThe Christmas Episode 2019It's our Christmas Extravaganza for 2019 and it's fair to say that if you are easily offended, you may want to look away now. Join Carlos, Nev, Micah, Mila, Captain Nick, Paul P and Captain Al for this annual trawl of all things festive. Armando joins us for a bit whilst on lunch break at Ground School and TV Superstar Captain Jeff dials in for a bit before heading out Atlanta bound. Micah brings us his Christmas message for this year, Brian Coleman shares with us his review of 2019, Chris Griggs gets all festive whilst in-flight...
2019-12-221h 58
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 298 - Ground School ArmandoJoin Carlos and Matt for today's episode. In this week's programme we learn that one low cost airline plans to start services to Abu Dhabi, one Canadian carrier celebrates their first flight in their new A220 and an American ultra low cost company suffer a serious maintenance mishap. In the military we're talking lazer guided refuelling booms and there's sad news over a missing plane in Antarctica. Armando joins us to update us on how his training for his new job is going. Don't forget to get in touch if you'd...
2019-12-151h 43
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 296 - Wow That's Early!Join Carlos, Matt and Armando for today's programme. In this week's episode there's a ground collision Kinshasa-N'Djili Airport, a Leeds based airline is named best UK short haul airline and your route through the airport could be getting much faster thanks to biometrics. In the Military the US Air Force are picking up some new light attack aircraft and Rolls Royce sign a $1.2Bn engine maintenance contract with the Marine Corps. In our latest interview from the Dubai Air Show, Nev talks to Jim Speich from Pratt & Whitney. Here are the...
2019-12-021h 44
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 295 - The One after the Dubai AirshowJoin Carlos, Nev and Armando for today's programme. In this week's show we learn the exciting news that one Middle-Eastern carrier are joining the 'Premium Economy' trend, the UK's legacy carrier announces the launch of their new 787-10 from February 2020, one Turkish airline gives Boeing a huge confidence boost as they increase their orders for the MAX and the Dubai airshow closes boasting deals in excess of $54.5b. In the military we learn the retired F-117 Nighthawk will debut on static display at the Reagan Defense Forum and we discover in Dubai the Lockheed Martin...
2019-11-241h 50
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 294 - 'Licking The Tray Tables is NOT Recommended'Join Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's show. Today we learn about one airline boss who wants to cut carbon emissions by scrapping Business Class, everyone's favourite low cost carrier is named the UK's filthiest and it's a rather lackluster response to one US carrier's new livery. In the military this week Armando and Nick talk about Remembrance / Veteran's day. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : 1. https://www.scotsman.com/news/transport/airline-boss-calls-for-business-class-to-be-scrapped-to-cut-carbon-emissions-1-5046144 2. https://metro.co.uk/2019/11/09/ryanair-named-uks-filthiest-airline-new-survey-11072152/ 3. https...
2019-11-171h 58
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 293 - The One After The Fire!Join Carlos, Nev, Armando, Matt BF, Will and Matt S for this week's programme. In today's show we learn about one German airline's strike woes, issues for one low cost carrier fleet of aircraft are 'rubbished' and one Spanish crew apologises for using the wrong squawk code triggering a serious incident at Schiphol airport. We talk to Will and Matt BF about their recent flying experiences. There was also an incredible surprise for Matt S at the end of the show! Here are the links to the stories we featured this...
2019-11-102h 04
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 292 - Cue the Custom's QueueJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's show. In today's episode there is some good news for a troubled US Air frame manufacturer get their engines back, there's exciting opportunities for some lucky candidates thanks to a UK carrier and one UAE airline boast record breaking deliveries of the A321. In the military the US Defence agree to deploy more than 50 F35's to Europe to deter Russia and Russia's BlackJack Bombers arrive at WaterKloof Air Base. There's a great new documentary we mentioned that's available on YouTube; the link to...
2019-10-271h 45
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 291 - The Cat is Out the BagJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's episode. In today's programme we learn about the official announcement of Flybe's name change, there are some serious concerns about security with one of the low cost airline's flights and a Swiss carrier grounds their A220 fleet. In the military we talk about about Air-to-Air refuelling Booms, operational trials begin onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth and Boeing says the TX Trainer would make an ideal light fighter. Chris Griggs shares with us his recent experience aboard an A220 from Gatwick. Why not make...
2019-10-201h 58
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 290 - The Inappropriate GigglesJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's programme. On today's show we discover that a date has been set for the return of the MAX into US airspace, one idiot glues himself to the top of an aircraft at London City Airport and one EU Airframe is celebrating their 1000th A320 NEO deliveries. In the military there is some amazing footage of a C17 being put through it's paces over an Australian City and test flights for the Navy's new drone get under way. Nev shares with us his recent flight...
2019-10-131h 50
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 289 - Certainly Not a Goodyear!Join Carlos, Armando, Mila and Matt for today's show. In this episode we learn that passengers on one low cost carrier had to pay for water despite many hours of delay, ground handlers are celebrated after a runaway catering truck almost collides with a regional jet and booking fees are reduced by everyone's favourite Luton based airline. In the military we pay our respects to the B17 crew after the awful crash and a C5 is converted into a flying hospital. We play out our last interview from Biggin Hill as Carlos has...
2019-10-061h 50
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 288 - Saying Goodbye to a Travel IconJoin Carlos, Nev, Al, Armando (briefly) and Matt for this week's episode. In today's programme we talk to Al about the sad demise of one of the oldest UK travel firms, an experiment begins on biometric boarding with a UAE carrier and a US air frame manufacturer finally gets a bit of good news. Armando shares with us the final part of his chat with the coolest man at the Reno Air Races - George Catalano. Our penultimate interview from Biggin Hill 2019 is with Steven Inch from the RAF Toccano Display Team.
2019-09-302h 07
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 287 - Smashing Fun With A SuitcaseAt long last the gang are all back together - Join Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's show. In today's episode we learn that the in-flight water isn't necessarily fit for purpose, a Luton based low cost carrier are a tad careless with a customer's suitcase and it appears that edible packaging is now actually a thing. In the military there are fresh orders for Sikorsky from the United States Air Force and there's a very heartwarming story of a D-Day veteran who vows to still be parachute jumping when he's 100 years old.
2019-09-241h 55
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 286 - Luggage Delays and Security MiseryJoin Carlos, Matt and Micah for this week's programme. In today's show we learn that Europe's aviation governing body decide to make their own decisions about when the MAX should return to service, the UK's legacy carrier continues it's battle with their pilots as the fallout from a recent round of strikes continue and one low cost US carrier loses it's court battle over hidden bag fees. In the military we find Leonardo are to support the RAF with future counter drone technologies and there's a rare site in Flintshire as the Osprey pays a...
2019-09-151h 55
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 284 - 60% Operational CapacityJoin Carlos, Armando and Nev for today's programme. In this episode we learn that one American carrier decides to move their grounded MAX jets to Arizona, the ban on MacBook Pro laptops is extendend and a Gatwick bound A320 is forced to evade a drone. In the military we pay our respects to Pilot Cmdte. Paco Marin and Boeing celebrate the award of just under $1bn for 27 wing replacements on the Thunderbolt. We share with you our first interview from the Biggin Hill Festival of Flight where Carlos talks to Tony de Bruyn...
2019-09-011h 23
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 283 - Strikes, yet more Strikes!Join Carlos, Armando, Ben Jones and Matt for this week's programme. In this show we find out more about the various strikes taking place at the moment, our legacy carrier invests heavily in some new mobile equipment and Southend welcome another low cost carrier to their family. In the military there is some fascinating robotic pilot experiments and there's some great footage and the Red Arrows join the Thuderbirds for an aerial parade. We chat to Ben about his Cub and Grant McHerron shares with us his A380 experiences. We welcome...
2019-08-261h 53
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 282 - A Full House!Join Carlos (yes, he's back!), Nev, Armando and Matt for today's programme. In this episode we find all about the Russian 'Miracle in the Cornfield', moronic passengers are at it again thanks to the booze and we learn that one Norwegian carrier has decided to end their transatlantic routes. In the Military there a very emotional moment as an american carrier's pilot flies his Vietnam Dad home and there's good news for the C130's as the majority return to service. Carlos takes a trip to Bristol to visit their Aerospace Museum. All...
2019-08-181h 49
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 281 - Working from 'Rome'Join Nev, Armando, Matt and the lovely 'Jenny In Rome' for this episode. In today's show there is further talk of strike action for both a British and Irish carrier, the UK's legacy airline have another embarrassing IT meltdown and security concerns are raised over potential vulnerabilities in on-board flight computers and CCTV systems. Armando chats to the truly inspirational Tammy Jo Shults about her flying career. We love to get your comments and suggestions on how we can improve the show, get in touch with us via podcast@planetalkinguk.com or search...
2019-08-112h 15
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 279 - Osh 2019 Fun and GamesJoin Carlos, Matt and Max Trescott for this week's programme. In this episode we learn that the staff help buy their airline a new plane, there are disgruntled 'low cost carrier' passengers aboard a very hot Boeing 737 and we discover that some Airbus 350's are having to be turned off and on again due to some software bugs! We chat to Max about the Cirrus Vision Jet and his love of teaching while Armando chats to Amanda Simpson from Airbus. He also finds out about the amazing adventure that Sandra and Barry Payne are having...
2019-07-282h 03
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 278 - London Charlotte to London AppletonYour hosts for today's programme are Carlos, Armando and Matt. In this episode we discover that one low cost carrier's passenger is hit with a massive fine for being disruptive, everyone's favourite budget airline renames their new planes and there is chaos at Terminal 5 after a glitch with their baggage systems. Armando talks to George from the Reno Air Races about how he found his love of aviation. We also talk planning with Colin Hitchins ahead of the Biggin Hill Festival of Flight. Here are the links to the stories we...
2019-07-211h 46
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 277 - Sneaky First Class?Your hosts this week are Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt. In today's programme we listen to the ATC communications between two airlines at Amsterdam as they 'come together' on the ground, we watch the amazing footage a passenger took of an engine problem with an american carrier and there's some concerns over some older A380's and the Outer Rear Wing Spar. In the Military the Canadians take their maiden C295 flight and a swiss display team visit the wrong festival. Follow us on social media by searching for PlaneTalkingUK and get in...
2019-07-141h 44
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 276 - Plane Talking USYour hosts this week are Armando, Micah, Stephen, Robert and Matt. In today's episode we're learning about a suspected battery fire onboard a Virgin Atlantic flight, there's an interesting trial taking place in Edinburgh with Ryanair and we talk about the Kenya Airways flight and it's stowaway. In the military there are changes afoot at Bell as they consider shunning conventional helicopters and the Blue Angels are getting a C130J upgrade. We'd love to hear from you so please get in touch by email using podcast@planetalkinguk.com or search for us...
2019-07-072h 06
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 274 - Reno and Smith(sonian)In the chair(s) this week are Carlos, Armando, Grant and Matt. In today's show we talk about the 'drone' incident in Iran, one of the biggest US carrier's become the first Americans to order the new Airbus and a survey of over 21.65 million entrants crown a new number one world airline. In the military, the V22 go on the attack at the Paris Air Show and Turkey now has it's own high-tech home grown fighter. Armando talks Reno and Matt chats to Micah about his annual trip to the Smithsonian's National Air...
2019-06-232h 11
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 272 - APG AssembleCarlos and Armando are away this week so join Nev, Jeff, Nick and Matt for today's show. In this week's episode everyone's favourite low cost airline has a lot of ups and downs, Nev's favourite airline suffers yet another massive PR disaster and the airport we love to hate is in trouble with it's local council. In the military there's growing concern over a missing Indian Airforce AN32 and we look at the details of the D-Day 75 memorial flights into Normandy. In our last piece from Duxford, Nev tells us about the BAC-111...
2019-06-091h 58
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 269 - Food, Glorious FoodJoin Carlos, Nev and Armando for today's show. In this week's programme we learn how one UK holiday operator has received multiple bids for it's airline business, our legacy carrier announces their first route for their new A350 and there's good news for chicken lovers as an airline announces their favourite brand can be enjoyed 'in-flight'. In the military, Armando chats to the crew of a very special WC-130J. The PSP / APG / PTUK Duxford meetup took place on Sunday 12th May. The weather was amazing and we had a quick chat with...
2019-05-192h 00
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 268 - Anyone for a Gin?Join Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's show. In today's episode we learn that the Russian plane crash communication transcript has been leaked, an Australian carrier becomes the first carrier to introduce zero-garbage flights and the final scheduled flights on an A310 are announced. In the military Armando shares with us his visit to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) as we learn how they go about gathering their storm data. Sunday 12th May is the PTUK / APG / PSP meetup at IWM Duxford and we're very much looking forward to...
2019-05-121h 56
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 267 - Love at First FlightJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's episode. In today's show we learn one UAE carrier's plan to remove the seatback TVs, a horrendous flight is met on the tarmac by police after a brawl kicks off for our favourite low cost airline and there is some very negative feedback posted online for the UK's legacy carrier regarding it's Business Class. In the military we learn about the recent F15 fighter crash, China teases that it's stealth jet may be ready this year and the french air force celebrate delivery of their first...
2019-05-052h 19
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 264 - Too Young to Retire!Join Carlos, Nev, Mila and Matt for this week's show. In today's episode we learn that one low cost airline scraps daily flights from Stansted to Edinburgh, a US carrier begins to retire their 757s (Matt's pretty pleased about that!) and a US low cost carrier announces flights into London. In the military, Armando chats to the Crew Chief for the Dixie Wing P51D Mustang about their project and you can find more information about them and the museum at https://dixiewing.org. We also have a quick chat with Armando, Captain...
2019-04-151h 51
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 263 - The One with the False StartJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando (briefly) and Matt for today's show. In this episode we find a regional UK carrier suspends several flights / services, a Russian carrier is named worlds strongest brand and Airbus release an update for their A320 Flight Warning Software. In the Military, deliveries stop of the KC46 due to trash and the first F35a's are delivered to South Korea. We hear from Armando, Dr Steph and Colonel Jeff as they all catch up in Charlotte. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL :
2019-04-071h 45
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 257 - 'The One with the ALPS'Join Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's programme. In today's show we discuss how one passenger managed to travel using his friend's passport, everyone's favourite low cost airline introduces a costly 'loyalty' scheme and a troubled airline is mulling over two buy-out options to secure it's future. In the Military we're talking about a memorial fly-past in Sheffield and the Civil Air Patrol celebrate their first Graduate from their Cadet Wings Programme. Armando shares with us an incredible flight he took with Jan over the Alps! To find out...
2019-02-242h 06
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 255 - Mooney and Friends!Join Carlos, Matt, Armando and Special Studio Guest Stephen for today's programme. In this episode an iconic UK carrier is sold because of Brexit related debt, the UK's legacy carrier closes it's dedicated terminal at JFK and it's sad news for the A380 as more orders are cancelled. In Armando's military section the Marine Corps new CH53K is a mess and the US Navy retire the last of their FA18 fleet. We talk to Stephen about his journey to the right seat and there's some great feedback from Jan Hubner about his...
2019-02-122h 04
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 248 - The Plane Talking Airline Pilot Geeks Safety Layovers Christmas Show 2018Join Armando, Brian Coleman, Captain Al, Captain Nick, Carlos, Dr Steph, Matt, Micah, Nev and Paul for a very special festive filled show. This is a recorded episode of our now annual multi-podcast online meetup which was recorded on Wednesday 5th December. With Pip and Al in the chair and the Old Curmudgeon on top form, this is a festive treat not to be missed. Armando corrected himself after the show; he meant to reference the US National Day of Mourning for George 'HW' Bush not George 'W' Bush. From the entire PTUK...
2018-12-232h 33
Plane Talking UK PodcastEpisode 206 - Actual SNOW not SN!There have been some challenging weather conditions for the UK over the last few days but everyone made it safely to their respective studios (including our guests) to make today's show. In this week's episode Carlos, Nev, Eoin, Armando and Matt discuss mixed fortunes for a couple of airlines as one base closes at Glasgow Airport but another opens in Luton, one member of Airline Crew is in serious trouble after a clipboard was ingested into an engine and a deal is finally reached with Boeing for Airforce One. Nev talks to Gemma (Mrs Stebbings...
2018-03-041h 48