Airlines Confidential Podcast 239 - Simon Newton-Smith, SVP Americas, EL AL Israel Airlines
May 22, 2024
Simon Newton-Smith, SVP Americas, EL AL Israel Airlines, discusses challenges faced by EL AL during conflicts. Debate on legislating comfort vs. low fares in airline seats. Insights into Southwest Airlines capacity roller coaster and Boeing's manufacturing changes
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Reviving Travel Demand Amid Operational Challenges
02:17 • 11min
Debate on legislating comfort vs. low fares in airline seats
13:37 • 3min
Resilience in Conflict Zones: Operations of EL AL Israel Airlines
16:45 • 12min
Analysis of Boeing's Impact and Future Plans for an Airline
28:38 • 5min
Insights into Southwest Airlines Capacity Roller Coaster and Boeing's Manufacturing Changes
33:13 • 3min
Feedback on Industry Regulation and Hub Size Changes
35:54 • 2min