The Air Show

Explore the latest highlights from the Paris Air Show, including the launch of a new 'stretched' A220 and JSX's luxurious turboprop offering. Delve into the serious side of the airline industry, discussing the recent Air India Dreamliner incident and Boeing's response. Learn about innovative travel rewards that can multiply airline miles for frequent flyers, and uncover the geopolitical implications of LOT's significant A220 deal. This mix of humor and serious insights makes for a captivating discussion.

Darren Hulst, Vice President of Commercial Marketing at Boeing, brings a wealth of experience from his years at Delta Airlines. He discusses Boeing's ambitious forecast of 43,600 new aircraft from 2025 to 2044, detailing the factors influencing this prediction, from global GDP growth to emerging markets. The conversation dives into how geopolitical shifts impact aviation needs, the rise of innovative technologies like electric aircraft, and the evolving dynamics between Boeing and Airbus in the competitive landscape.

It's been a few weeks since JetBlue and United announced their partnership, and Brian Sumers and Brett Snyder have some analysis about what it says about the rest of the industry. The short version: United looks good, JetBlue can't lose, Delta looks dismissive, and American still looks like it lost out. Brett and Brian get into the details on this episode.We would like to thank Plusgrade and Intelsat for supporting The Air Show.Visit www.theairshowpodcast.com to get in touch with us.

Will the next major competitor to Boeing and Airbus be JetZero and its blended wing passenger airplane? Jon Ostrower and Brett Snyder talk about JetZero's Z4 design, which aims to offer significant fuel efficiency gains over traditional tube-and-wing aircraft, and United Airlines' investment in the company. Like other companies seeking to develop new aircraft and technology, funding is a big headwind. Find photos and more information on the Z4 on Cranky Flier and The Air Current.We would like to thank Pittsburgh International Airport for supporting The Air Show.Visit www.theairshowpodcast.com to get in touch with us.

This week, Jon Ostrower and Brian Sumers discuss Ryanair's recent financial performance and its chief executive's extremely disciplined focus on its growth and cost control strategies — and his colorful dismissals of anything in the way of its goals. (Please be advised this episode contains bleeped vulgarities that are direct quotes, not commentary from the hosts.)We would like to thank Plusgrade for supporting The Air Show.Visit www.theairshowpodcast.com to get in touch with us.

With Mesa set to merge into Republic, Brian Sumers, Jon Ostrower, and Brett Snyder look at what's coming for a shrinking industry. They ask whether mainline airlines still need so many regional partners now that E175s and CRJs are much more expensive to operate than ever, and they discuss whether there's any new aircraft technology coming that might disrupt the regional industry.We would like to thank Pittsburgh International Airport and TCG Digital for supporting The Air Show.Visit www.theairshowpodcast.com to get in touch with us.

This episode is about the finer things. Brian Sumers and Brett Snyder discuss the ever-escalating race to premium, including United's forthcoming changes to its premium international service, and Delta and American's investments in and strategies for their premium offerings.We would like to thank Plusgrade and TCG Digital for supporting The Air Show.Visit www.theairshowpodcast.com to get in touch with us.

This week, Jon Ostrower and Brett Snyder discuss EWR's air traffic control staffing and equipment issues, and the decision to relocate operations to Pennsylvania with special guest Will Guisbond from The Air Current. Then, Brett and Jon talk about the potential partnership between JetBlue and United Airlines, driven by JetBlue's need for a domestic partner and United's desire to re-enter JFK.We would like to thank TCG Digital for supporting The Air Show.Visit www.theairshowpodcast.com to get in touch with us.

The podcast delves into the significant impacts of the U.S.-China trade war on Boeing, highlighting how high tariffs have forced Chinese airlines to cancel aircraft deliveries. It also sheds light on China’s ambitious goal of aerospace self-sufficiency with projects like the C919 and C929. Additionally, strategic partnerships are explored, particularly with Embraer, as they adapt to the shifting geopolitical landscape. Listeners gain insights into innovative travel solutions enhancing customer loyalty and revenue in the airline industry.

A humorous exchange kicks off with personal flying anecdotes, setting a lighthearted tone. The discussion dives into Spirit Airlines' struggles and its potential partnership with Sun Country, bringing sparks as opinions clash. They explore how recent leadership changes could pave the way for mergers and the innovative use of machine learning in booking systems. The debates intensify as they weigh the benefits of merging fleets and adapting business models, all while considering the competitive pressure from larger airlines like Delta.