AvTalk - Aviation Podcast

On this week’s episode of AvTalk, Boeing announces layoffs affecting 17,000 employees and the sunset of the 767 program. The 777X is delayed until at least 2026 and airlines are having trouble getting ahold of aircraft that are already certified. This is leading to some airlines refurbishing already well-worn aircraft and others canceling flights and […] The post AvTalk Episode 290: Boeing brings the battle axe appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.

On this episode of AvTalk, a new report from the New York Times raises questions about Boeing’s differing response to 737 MAX operators’ requests for safety information following the crash of Lion Air 610. A passenger safely lands a King Air after the pilot is incapacitated. The NTSB issues a pair of preliminary reports. And […] The post AvTalk Episode 289: The FAA doesn’t want headless pilots appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.

On this week’s episode of AvTalk, we discuss Iran’s missile attack on Israel and the consequences (so far) for commercial aviation. The NTSB shakes its fist at the FAA over moist rudders, while the FAA’s investigation into United’s safety system turns up nothing. Qatar Airways is taking a 25% stake in Virgin Australia, with an […] The post AvTalk Episode 288: Escalation or the new normal? appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.

On this week’s episode of AvTalk, Boeing gives its striking machinists union its “best and final” offer. But how best and final is it?  EASA informs A350 operators to ensure they’re cleaning their fuel hoses properly. Canada heads down a confusing path on its quest resolve airline complaints. And a United Airlines flight experiences an […] The post AvTalk Episode 287: How best and final is “best and final”? appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.

On this episode of AvTalk, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines secure Department of Transportation approval of their merger. As the Boeing Machinists’ strike enters week two, the company is implementing a long list of measures to hoard cash. In other strike news, Air Canada and its pilots union have reached a tentative agreement, but it […] The post AvTalk Episode 286: Leis, strikes, and stripped for parts appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.

On this week’s episode of AvTalk, a Delta A350 clips a CRJ-900, knocking the regional jet’s tail off. Brazilian investigators release their preliminary report on the crash of VoePass flight 2283. Boeing reaches a tentative labor agreement with its machinists union, but the union rank and file are not happy. Air Canada’s pilots could be […] The post AvTalk Episode 285: How much cocaine can you fit in a Gulfstream? appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.

On this week’s AvTalk, a fuel hose failure on a Cathay Pacific A350 prompts fleet-wide inspections of the Trent XWB engine. Russian investigators release their preliminary report on the Gazpromavia SuperJet crash—and incorrectly installed angle of attack sensors feature prominently. Plus, a vulnerability in the US’ Known Crewmember system could have theoretically allowed anyone to […] The post AvTalk Episode 284: When protection doesn’t protect you appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.

Dominic Gates, a seasoned aviation journalist, teams up with investigative reporter Paige Cornwell to delve into critical safety incidents. They discuss a shocking door plug failure on an Alaska Airlines 737-9 MAX that led to an in-flight emergency. The duo also examines troubling cracks found in Boeing 777X test aircraft and a tail strike involving a LATAM 777. As if that's not enough, they explore the whimsical idea of launching a new airline in Australia—one that raises eyebrows and questions about the industry!

On this week’s episode, Boeing’s 777X test fleet is grounded after separated or cracked thrust links are found on all three aircraft. An update on the VoePass 2283 investigation. Elliott Management, the activist investor group trying to replace Southwest Airlines’ board of directors and top management unveils its list of candidates for the board. There’s […] The post AvTalk Episode 282: Just when everything was starting to go well appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.

Steve Giordano, founder and pilot of Nomadic Aviation Group, dives into the VoePass flight 2283 crash, clarifying complex aviation terminology for laymen and enthusiasts alike. He discusses the critical moments leading to the incident, examining key factors like stall situations and adverse weather. The podcast sheds light on turboprop aircraft dynamics, addressing common misconceptions and safety concerns. Giordano also emphasizes the importance of pilot awareness in managing in-flight challenges such as icing and stall recovery.