Best Aerospace Journalist Podcasts (2024)

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253 - Dominic Gates, Aerospace Journalist, The Seattle Times 47:54

27d ago47:54

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This week: Dominic Gates, Aerospace Journalist / Boeing Reporter, The Seattle Times; Plus: SAS emerges from bankruptcy with new owners Air France/KLM and more; Norse Atlantic trims fleet, puts focus on 787-9s, joins GDS; Canada based Flair seeks new partners; A SeaTac hack; Airlines gained/lost share in key markets; Listener response to Spirit tick…

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256 - Jeff Martin, President/CEO, Aero Design Labs 45:01

6d ago45:01

45:01

This week: Jeff Martin, President/CEO, Aero Design Labs; Plus: Southwest's challenges; Alaska - Hawaiian a done deal with special DOT conditions - now what? Potential next moves for Hawaiian's Peter Ingram; JetBlue lounges coming soon; Listener Q on flight data. Next week: Oscar Munoz, Guest Co-host.…

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255 - Rob Gurney, Fmr CEO, Oneworld Alliance 1:06:44

13d ago1:06:44

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This week: Rob Gurney, Fmr CEO, Oneworld Alliance, Also: Amy Spowart, Pres/CEO NAA & David Richardson, Pres Aero Club of Washington DC on the Wright Brothers Trophy; Plus: New format announcement; Lots about the situation at Southwest; Boeing on strike; AA F/A contract ratified; 2 airport collisions.…

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Alex Gertsen, Director of Airports and Ground Infrastructure at the National Business Aviation Association, on the Future of Airport Operations and Infrastructure 54:45

19d ago54:45

54:45

Key topics covered include: Enhancing Airport Operations and Infrastructure Current Trends in General Aviation: Alex Gertsen discusses the latest trends in general aviation during the travel season, emphasizing how airports are preparing for increased traffic. Challenges of General Aviation Airports: Highlighting the unique challenges faced by gene…

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AVIATE: The first female to serve as the FAA Acting Administrator, Linda Hall Daschle 55:36

19d ago55:36

55:36

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AVIATE: Julia Harrington's Aviation and Motherhood Journey 1:06:19

20d ago1:06:19

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Episode Notes About Julia Harrington: Lead Captain and Base Manager at Axis Jet in Chicago. Known for her pioneering role as a woman in the aviation industry. Balances her professional career with motherhood. Early Interests and Influences: Julia shares her initial fascination with Business Aviation. Recounts her experiences at the EAA AirVenture, …

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AI-powered, Unmanned Aircraft will Change Aerial Combat & Military Pilot Roles. Rob Wesley Explains 44:26

20d ago44:26

44:26

In this engaging episode of Uplink, we were honored to host Rob Wesley, Supplier Program Manager at Boeing Defense, Space & Security. Rob shared his expert insights into the evolving world of autonomous air combat, spotlighting the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program and the pivotal role of supply chains in aviation's future. Key topics cov…

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A Day In the Life of Mike Whitaker, the New FAA Administrator: Four Unobvious Issues Lawmakers Care About 40:34

20d ago40:34

40:34

In this episode of "Uplink: The Big Story," we dive into FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker's illuminating testimony before lawmakers. This session provides a unique lens on the intricacies of American aviation management and future directives under his leadership. Key Discussion Points: Whitaker's Capitol Hill Briefing: An overview of FAA Administ…

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You Might Be Wondering If Flying Is Still Safe. Let's Explain. 39:39

20d ago39:39

39:39

In this episode of Uplink, we were honored to welcome Dr. James E. Sulton, III, a distinguished figure from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide. The episode dove deep into the critical and ever-evolving world of aviation safety, where Dr. Sulton has made significant contributions through his professional work and his nonprofit, AviationE…

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The Bill, Please? The Long Delayed FAA Reauthorization Act 41:42

20d ago41:42

41:42

In this episode of Uplink: The Big Story, we delve into the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023, a critical legislation that stands at a pivotal juncture in American aviation history. We unpack the legislation's significance, its current status in the Senate, and the wide-ranging implications for safety, efficiency, and innovation in the national airsp…

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Combating Human Trafficking In Aviation, with Michael Camal, U.S. Department of Homeland Security 52:15

20d ago52:15

52:15

In our recent episode of Uplink, we had the privilege of hosting Michael Camal from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The focus was on the pivotal issue of human trafficking in the aviation sector. Michael discussed his journey and the development of the Blue Lightning Initiative, a crucial program aimed at training aviation staff to identi…

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Boeing's Steep Climb to Regain Trust 36:55

20d ago36:55

36:55

In this episode of 'Uplink: The Big Story, we delve into the ongoing saga of Boeing's 737 MAX 9 and its implications for the aviation industry. The recent FAA inspections of Boeing 737 MAX 9 airplanes, following a serious incident where a cabin panel detached mid-flight, have brought Boeing's manufacturing processes and safety protocols sharply int…

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Is this the next chapter of airport accessibility? | Revolutionizing Airport Accessibility with WHILL - the Next-Gen Power Wheelchair & Personal Mobility Devices 1:14:17

20d ago1:14:17

1:14:17

In this special episode of the Uplink Podcast, we deeply dive into the transformative realm of airport accessibility, spotlighting the groundbreaking WHILL Powered chair system redefining mobility for disabled travelers. Our narrative begins with a personal reflection that sets the tone for the episode's focus: the paradigm shift in awareness accom…

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Is there a pilot on board? Guest Kevin Antcliff, Director of Product at Xwing, discusses Autonomous Regional Air Mobility. 1:07:34

20d ago1:07:34

1:07:34

Is there a pilot on board? Guest Kevin Antcliff, Director of Product at Xwing discusses the benefits of Autonomous Regional Air Mobility. Plus, Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen announces departure, and SpaceX's Starship launch- success or failure? The acting administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, Billy Nolen, has announced that h…

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FAA grants SpaceX license for Starship launch, and Guest Lou Seno discusses aircraft financing, trends in business aviation, mentorship, and launching JSSI, Inc. 53:40

20d ago53:40

53:40

Join us on Uplink as we discuss the launch of SpaceX 'Starship' and its first orbital test flight. Plus, should taxpayers be compensated for the profits of SpaceX? Also, the National Aircraft Finance Association is hosting its 51st annual conference this week. We share some key topics the industry will discuss at the conference. Our featured guest …

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Let's talk politics and policy—why aren't more young people signing up for those jobs? Greg Principato weighs in. Plus, so many aircraft near-misses—what's going on? 59:18

20d ago59:18

59:18

This week on Uplink, we talk about an “uptick” of aircraft runway incursions and close calls. According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), there have been 381 runway incursions reported so far in 2023. We ask the question: are we noticing more airline incursions now due to social media, or has it always been there and not reported on? Fu…

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SUN 'n FUN with the Blue Angels, Becoming FAA Administrator, and Guest Jonas Murby discusses the aviation mechanic shortage 49:17

20d ago49:17

49:17

Did you go to Sun 'n Fun? What goes into a Blue Angels performance? Why is there still an aviation mechanic shortage, and how can we fix it? Do you really need to be a pilot to be FAA Administrator? This week on Uplink, we dive into ALL this. Also, Shaesta and Michael discuss the recent kerfuffle in the search for a new FAA Administrator after Pres…

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Dr. Sharon DeVivo shares her ideas about education and the aviation workforce 1:03:59

20d ago1:03:59

1:03:59

Every Monday, the Uplink podcast offers sharp, unfiltered insights and predictions surrounding aviation’s important stories of the day. Featured guests on the podcast include leading voices in various aviation sectors. The first episode of Uplink features Dr. Sharon DeVivo, President and CEO of Vaughn College in New York. In 2020, Dr. DeVivo was ap…

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254 - Vasu Raja, Fmr. Chief Commercial Officer, American Airlines 52:33

20d ago52:33

52:33

This week: Vasu Raja, Fmr. Chief Commercial Officer, American Airlines; Also: Sept. 11th reflection; JetBlue revises earnings guidance; DOT decides to evaluate award programs instead of addressing flight delay causes; Orlando & Las Vegas market data; Listener input on keeping labor in mind at Spirit.…

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Xometry's vision for AI-driven (additive) manufacturing 20:23

25d ago20:23

20:23

In today's tech landscape, AI and manufacturing present great opportunities. Randy Altschuler, the founder of Xometry, a digital AI-driven manufacturing company, discusses its motivations, challenges, and prospects. Altschuler was inspired by the importance and potential of manufacturing and saw the opportunity to bridge the gap in the market using…

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From aerospace to supercars and back with APWORKS 28:34

25d ago28:34

28:34

Our guest for this new episode of the VoxelMatters podcast is Jonathan Myer, CEO of APWORKS. As an engineering company, Munich-based APWORKS has been at the forefront of advanced additive manufacturing for state-of-the-art materials – such as the increasingly popular Scalmalloy, which it brought to market - and applications used in motorsports and …

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252 - Suzanne Neufang, CEO, Global Business Travel Association 59:53

1M ago59:53

59:53

This week: Suzanne Neufang, CEO, Global Business Travel Association; Breaking News: Which airline might trigger Congressional action on "Taxable Transportation"?; TSA Labor Day weekend projections; Mike Spanos out as Delta's EVP/COO; John Laughter & Allison Ausband assume operational responsibilities; Listener Q on 1st class boarding; an equipment …

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251 - David Seymour, COO, American Airlines 55:13

1M ago55:13

55:13

This week: David Seymour, COO, American Airlines; The Alaska-Hawaii situation in depth; JetBlue leverages TrueBlue; Shares down on multiple carriers; Breeze blows down Avelo's neck in New Haven; Questions & comments: Southwest vs Spirit new in-flight experience; Listeners thank Ben Baldanza.By Ben Baldanza & Scott McCartney

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250 - An announcement from Ben Baldanza 1:04:47

2M ago1:04:47

1:04:47

This week: An announcement from Ben Baldanza; Plus, never before told Ben stories as Scott McCartney welcomes back Seth Kaplan, Chris Chiames, and Chris Sloan as guests to salute Ben; News: Air & Cruise travel demand; Aircraft delivery delays; Capacity discussion; Delta reliability; Listener Q: What would you do if you were CEO at SWA?…

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249 - Bob Jordan, CEO, Southwest Airlines 46:22

2M ago46:22

46:22

This week: Bob Jordan, CEO, Southwest Airlines; Airlines as an economic indicator; Will Spirit's new fare classes be the solution to current woes? DOT lays out new rules on family seating; Boeing has a new leader: Robert K. “Kelly” Ortberg; Two airlines cut Austin routes; Listeners input on the SWA boarding process and aircraft types, plus fees.…

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248 - Bill Swelbar, Chief Industry Analyst, Swelbar-Zhong Consultancy 51:21

2M ago51:21

51:21

This week: William Swelbar, Chief Industry Analyst, Swelbar-Zhong Consultancy; Southwest short on communicating some big changes; A look at Delta's IT meltdown; American down and projects worse; Listener Q on SWA employee reaction to changes.By Ben Baldanza & Scott McCartney

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247 - Allison Pohle, Travel Reporter, The Wall Street Journal 38:57

2M ago38:57

38:57

This week: Allison Pohle, Travel Reporter, The Wall Street Journal; Evacuating an aircraft; American comes to agreement with flight attendants; Exploding soda at Southwest; United reducing capacity; IT debacle hits airlines hard, especially Delta; Takeaways from TSA Administrator David Pekoske on stats & plans; Listener takes issue with Scott on fe…

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#38: Extending the Vision Beyond Earth & the Collaborative Culture in Space (feat. Aakash Parekh, CCO at Pixxel Space) 34:30

3M ago34:30

34:30

In this episode, Sven and Daniel interview Aakash from Pixxel, a company that is launching a constellation of the world’s highest resolution hyperspectral satellites. Aakash shares his journey into the space industry and explains the importance of hyperspectral data in monitoring and analyzing various vital indicators on Earth. He discusses the cha…

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246 - David Pekoske, Administrator, TSA 1:05:19

3M ago1:05:19

1:05:19

This week: David Pekoske, Administrator, Transportation Security Administration (TSA); Delta and other's earnings; Delta announces partnership with Riyadh Air; Cirium seat data released; Rakesh Gangwal joins Southwest Airlines Board of Directors; Listener Q on bad weather flight decisions.By Ben Baldanza & Scott McCartney

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245 - Boeing in the News 37:56

3M ago37:56

37:56

This week: Boeing pleads guilty to defrauding the government; Boeing to buy back supplier Spirit AeroSystems; and more Boeing news; The fee-based travel economy-Have fees gotten out of hand?; Universal Hydrogen burns through $100MM; SWA Q3 revenue down; Listener Q on Spirit Airlines furloughing while increasing executive pay.…

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244 - Scott McCartney interviews Ben Baldanza 29:49

3M ago29:49

29:49

This week: Scott McCartney interviews Ben Baldanza, Fmr CEO, Spirit & current Board Member JetBlue: Ben has been selected to receive National Aeronautic Association 2024 Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy; FAA looking at new public charter rules; The Basic Economy misnomer with almost incomprehensible policies; SWA flight low altitude situations cause…

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243 - Tim Toerber, VP Business Development, Assaia 33:26

3M ago33:26

33:26

This week: Tim Toerber, VP Business Development, Assaia; A focus on Southwest - changes coming, overstaffing, the impact of Elliott Investment Management, and more; Mishandled bag numbers; Alaska must pay for a trademark they don't use; Listener suggestions for Southwest.By Ben Baldanza & Scott McCartney

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From additive mass production to "lot-size-one" mass customization 29:16

4M ago29:16

29:16

Mass production is the Eldorado of additive manufacturing. It is not easy to achieve and very few companies have been able to cost-effectively produce thousands and even millions of parts using AM technology. One of these companies is OECHSLER, a major manufacturer of polymer (and ceramic) parts for various key industries, including automotive and …

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242 - Sammy Patel, VP/Commercial, Vantage Airport Group & Simon Gandy, EVP/COO, New Terminal One JFK 56:38

4M ago56:38

56:38

This week: Sammy Patel, VP/Commercial, Vantage Airport Group & CEO Midway Partnership and Simon Gandy, EVP/COO, New Terminal One: Rebuilding JFK: FAA understaffing continues; DOT issues minor fine to foreign carriers over passenger refunds; Increased flights to TLV; GBTA, business travel types, numbers, & average trip cost; Listener input: Differen…

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241 - Michael Landguth, Pres. & CEO, Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority 44:13

4M ago44:13

44:13

This week: Michael Landguth, Pres. & CEO, Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority; American CEO Robert Isom fires CCO Vasu Raja, actual margins, a brain drain, and more @ AA; Weather issues at DFW; FAA meets with Boeing; A near collision at DCA; Listener Q: If Spirit went bankrupt how would other airlines react?…

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240 - Chris Sloan: In depth on Hawaiian Airlines 47:14

4M ago47:14

47:14

This week: Chris Sloan: In depth on Hawaiian Airlines; Also: The reality of the London-Singapore flight story; Adding clarity to Frontier's pricing/change fee policy; Remembering Norm Mineta; Listener input: Calling out Allegiant on a "rip-off" ticketing fee, Expedia's multiple brands. Bonus interview content from AFA available at https://airlinesc…

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239 - Simon Newton-Smith, SVP Americas, EL AL Israel Airlines 37:52

4M ago37:52

37:52

This week: Simon Newton-Smith, SVP Americas, EL AL Israel Airlines; Cirium seat capacity growth data; Airlines For America sues DOT over fee listings; FAA reauthorization bill signed; Congress misunderstands aircraft capacity & evacuation reality; A change in Boeing assembly line process; Listener comments.…

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238 - Greg Schulze, Chief Commercial Officer, Expedia Group 44:09

5M ago44:09

44:09

This week: Greg Schulze, Chief Commercial Officer, Expedia Group; A tribute to Colleen Barrett, "The Mother of Southwest Airlines"; Ted Christie says the game is rigged; Spirit's plan moving forward; A new FAA investigation of Boeing relating to 787 inspections; Multiple listener response to last episode's William J. McGee interview.…

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237 - William J. McGee, Senior Fellow, Economic Liberties Project 55:27

5M ago55:27

55:27

This week: William J. McGee, Senior Fellow for Aviation & Travel, American Economic Liberties Project; An in depth discussion on pros/cons of more regulation; Plus, can/will Embraer challenge Boeing & Airbus?By Ben Baldanza & Scott McCartney

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236 - John Breyault, VP, Public Policy, Telecommunications & Fraud, National Consumers League 55:46

5M ago55:46

55:46

This week: John Breyault, VP, Public Policy, Telecommunications & Fraud, National Consumers League; Also, a dreadful week of business news for airlines; Big losses at AA & SWA; SWA cuts routes, open to new fees; DOT refunds & fee display policy changes; Listener Q on SWA commuter policy concern.By Ben Baldanza & Scott McCartney

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235 - Sam Coats, Retired Airline & Corporate Executive & Civic Leader 52:06

5M ago52:06

52:06

This week: Sam Coats, Retired Airline & Corporate Executive & Civic Leader ; United CEO Scott Kirby reports Q1 loss & Boeing order conversions; Strong Q2 ticket demand; A close call at DCA; Southwest launches new marketing campaign.By Ben Baldanza & Scott McCartney

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234- Jay Sorensen, President, IdeaWorksCompany 34:36

6M ago34:36

34:36

This week: Jay Sorensen, President, IdeaWorksCompany; Loyalty program values; Delta Q1 numbers; Spirit woes deepen; Breeze shows a profit; Huge payday for AA CEO Robert Isom; Listener Q on new Boeing aircraft.By Ben Baldanza & Scott McCartney

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233 - Kevin O'Toole, Chief Strategy Officer, Cirium 40:11

6M ago40:11

40:11

This week: Kevin O'Toole, Chief Strategy Officer, Cirium; Data on 2023 Airfares; Airline C-Suite compensation - who's on top? Oakland CA airport wants San Francisco name; Listener input on passenger security screening, crew bases and scheduling.By Ben Baldanza & Scott McCartney

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232 - This week: It's In The Bag - A Focus on the Business of Bag Fees 30:49

6M ago30:49

30:49

This week: It's In The Bag - A Focus on the Business of Bag Fees; Breezy Rewards Valuation; Listener input: Feedback on John Heimlich, American shifting to more domestic flights, United's overhead bins.By Ben Baldanza & Scott McCartney

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231 - John Heimlich, VP/Chief Economist, Airlines for America 37:45

6M ago37:45

37:45

This week: John Heimlich, VP/Chief Economist, Airlines for America; Boeing searching for a new CEO; FAA moves EWR TRACON to PHL; JetBlue cuts routes; Is cutting costs ultimately more costly? Listener feedback: Public charter security, Rudy Maxa's destination judgements, Maintenance techs in the future.…

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230 - Rudy Maxa, Travel Journalist 51:49

7M ago51:49

51:49

This week: Rudy Maxa, Travel Journalist; Positive comments on Ben's NVO; Airlines: Biggest? Most Profitable? Biggest airline crown; Southwest expects fewer new planes; Concerns around lack of Boeing paperwork/security video; Empty middle seats on Frontier; Listener feedback on Doug Parker interview.By Ben Baldanza & Scott McCartney

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#37: Exploring the Full Space Value Chain - A Conversation with New Space Veteran Bulent Altan 47:47

7M ago47:47

47:47

Bulent Altan, founder of Alpine Space Ventures and former VP at SpaceX, shares his journey in the space industry and provides insights into the evolving space ecosystem. He emphasizes the importance of quick decision-making and the need for companies to focus on commercialization of services and products. Altan discusses the growth of the European …

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229 - This week: Doug Parker, Fmr CEO, American Airlines with TSA safety concerns. 57:39

7M ago57:39

57:39

This week: Doug Parker, Fmr CEO, American Airlines, outlines serious TSA safety concerns. Ben's AI "New Voice Option" (NVO); Spirit & JetBlue go it alone - Next moves? New proposed rule for handling wheelchairs; Fare fact errors made by Tim Wu on CNBC; Listener Qs on useful life of a commercial aircraft, business model for airport lounges.…

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228 - Zane Kerby, Pres & CEO at ASTA - American Society of Travel Advisors; 44:40

7M ago44:40

44:40

This week: Zane Kerby, President & CEO at ASTA - American Society of Travel Advisors; 2023 numbers show safest year in aviation; Boeing supervision; AA same-day standby changes; What's with all the new Brisbane flights? Catherine & Richard Dotson remain at SAV; Listener Q: Overhead bin utilization, and a Flight Attendant asks how management really …

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227 - Maya Leibman, Fmr. EVP/Chief Information Officer, American Airlines 47:21

7M ago47:21

47:21

This week: Maya Leibman, Fmr. EVP/Chief Information Officer, American Airlines; It's in the bag - increased fees and a bag revenue rundown in the billions; Delta's Amex credit limit for fuel; Shakeup at Boeing not what was expected - puts women in charge of rescue; AA changes agency ticket policies; Listener Q: Decision process for serving a new ai…

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