Plane Talking UK Podcast

Join Carlos, Nev Armando and Matt for this 'released later than planned' episode. In this week's show we learn that our favourite low cost airline pushes back their MAX orders, our other favourite low cost airline boast that their A321 NEO's are the ultimate flying machines and we discover that the freighter conversion market totalled neary 1 billion dollars in 2018. In the military we learn that an F16 fighter crashes into a warehouse and a lack of 'Situational Awareness' is blamed for a recent C130-J incident. We talk Concorde in our latest interview from our Duxford 2019 meet up and we share with you our experiences from APG's Captain Nick's retirement dinner. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1.https://www.thesun.co.uk/money/9137540/thomas-cooks-share-price-drops-fears-mount-airline-must-be-sold-pay-debts/ 2. https://www.which.co.uk/news/2019/05/is-ryanair-getting-worse/ 3. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7062297/Queen-93-arrives-Heathrow-mark-British-Airways-100th-anniversary.html 4. https://www.businessinsider.com/amazon-threatens-to-move-business-after-cargo-pilot-protests-2019-5?r=US&IR=T 5. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/ryanair-pushes-back-737-max-deliveries-to-winter-458298/ 6. https://www.rd.com/advice/travel/weirdest-airlines/ 7. https://www.express.co.uk/travel/articles/1129940/easyjet-low-cost-flight-europe-greece-gatwick-airport-a321neo-spt 8. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/alrosa-to-transfer-last-tu-134-to-museum-458375/ 9. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/turkish-airlines-777-suffers-wing-damage-at-istanbul-458402/ 10. https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/air-transport/2019-05-23/freighter-conversion-market-totaled-nearly-1b-2018-iba 11. https://simpleflying.com/airbus-a380-success/ 12. https://onemileatatime.com/united-ceo-737-max/ MILITARY 1. https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/19/nyregion/d-day-squadron-anniversary.html 2. https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-air-force/2019/05/17/f-16-fighter-crashes-into-california-warehouse-pilot-ejects/ 3. https://www.popularmechanics.com/military/aviation/a27546051/airships-us-navy/ 4. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/lack-of-situational-awareness-blamed-for-raf-c-130j-458399/

Join 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 a lovely, very sunburnt group. Here are the links for the stories we featured this week : 1. https://www.ttgmedia.com/news/thomas-cook-confirms-multiple-bids-for-airline-business-18034 2. https://m.jpost.com/International/British-Airways-makes-Israel-one-of-first-Airbus-A350-destinations-589767 3. https://www.denverpost.com/2019/05/15/southwest-airlines-hangar-denver-airport-dia/ 4. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/travel_news/article-7022763/Spice-flight-Jet2-com-UK-airline-serve-Nandos-snacks-onboard.html 5. https://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/news/112760929/british-airways-afternoon-tea-offer-doesnt-come-with-any-tea 6. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3009998/boeing-plane-abandoned-hong-kong-bankrupt-russian-airline 7. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/machu-picchu-airport-inca-petition-cinchero-sacred-valley-a8915296.html 8. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshire-48269651 9. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/iberia-express-to-take-232-seat-a321neos-458205/ 10. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/picture-start-up-great-dane-shows-off-first-aircraf-458121/ 11. https://www.cheatsheet.com/culture/surprising-things-you-can-redeem-your-airline-miles-and-rewards-points-for.html/ 12. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7035685/Heartwarming-moment-quadriplegic-former-airline-pilot-takes-skies-paragliding-flight.html

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 seeing you there. If you'd like to take advantage of the group booking discount, please get in touch with us via podcast@planetalkinguk.com and be on site before 11:00am. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://abcnews.go.com/International/crashed-russian-plane-communication-transcript-leaks-now-normal/story?id=62901709 2. https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2019/05/07/plane-silly-ryanair-aircraft-diverted-due-to-unruly-customer-on-malaga-flight/#.XNQjc45KiUk 3. https://www.express.co.uk/travel/articles/1123845/british-airways-flights-plane-turbulence-florida-viral-video 4. https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/tourism/level-airline-to-begin-las-vegas-paris-nonstop-service-in-october-1658265/ 5. http://time.com/5584291/florida-plane-crash-river-landing/?# 6. https://www.smartertravel.com/worst-lost-luggage-airlines/ 7. https://www.news18.com/news/buzz/qantas-becomes-first-airline-to-introduce-zero-garbage-flight-earns-praise-on-social-media-2133399.html 8. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/picture-biman-q400-overruns-myanmar-runway-during-h-458029/ 9. https://www.apnews.com/c125f4b2d2114ca7bfe44a4276dfd63b# 10. https://simpleflying.com/airbus-a310-last-flights/ 11. https://www.lonelyplanet.com/news/2019/05/09/gin-altitude-british-airways/ 12. https://simpleflying.com/airbus-a380s-scrap/

Join 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 tactical A400M aircraft. Armando shares with us his recent flight with Meghan and Dr Steph over Charlotte, you can watch this very special segment here - https://drive.google.com/open?id=11jKHhRkXwZ6HVMyfx1Fx1dd29PX6-dH6. Looks like it's going to be a great meetup at Duxford on Sunday 12th May. We're meeting from 11am so if you'd like to take advantage of the discounted entrance rate, make sure you come find Matt before entering the museum. Get in touch with the show using podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://onemileatatime.com/etihad-removing-seatback-tv/ 2. https://www.thejournal.ie/ryanair-drunk-flight-4616164-May2019/ 3. https://www.thesun.co.uk/travel/8981066/british-airways-business-class-dirty-seats/ 4. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47689386 5. https://www.jet2.com/News/Jet2_com_Named_Airline_of_the_Year_at_Glasgow_Airport(2)/ 6. https://www.zdnet.com/article/united-airlines-covers-up-infotainment-seat-camera-following-passenger-outrage/ 7. https://www.cnbc.com/2019/04/29/emirates-looking-at-possible-airbus-option-after-boeing-737-max-grounding.html 8. https://simpleflying.com/spice-jet-crash-landing/ 9. https://simpleflying.com/airbus-a300neo/ 10. https://metro.co.uk/2019/04/30/first-uk-airport-get-permanent-team-therapy-dogs-calm-nervous-fliers-9353389/ 11. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-6984633/Pilot-two-year-old-daughter-says-job-30-000ft-ideal-working-mums.html 12. https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/17612807.unlicensed-pilot-fined-2000-after-making-17-oxford-flights/ 13. https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/east-midlands-airport-ryanair-jet2-collision-a8892696.html 14. http://www.ladbible.com/community/viral-mans-hilarious-reaction-to-flight-delay-has-gone-viral-20190428 MILITARY https://www.popularmechanics.com/military/aviation/a27276112/f-15-fighter-crash/ https://combataircraft.keypublishing.com/2019/04/30/usaf-f-35as-launch-first-combat-missions/ https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-05-01/china-s-stealth-jet-may-be-ready-this-year-u-s-commander-says https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2019/05/01/french-air-force-receives-first-tactical-a400m-transport-plane/

Join Carlos, Armando and Matt for this week's programme (Nev is 'working' in Budapest this week). In today's episode we hear about a retired couple who claim their lives have been ruined by the continuing expansion at Southend Airport, One american carriers' new livery leaves us all feeling a bit blue and everyone's favourite orange carrier has to take evasive action at an airport in Germany. In the military we learn about a C17 going through it's paces in the StarWars Canyon and there's some big plans at Cessna for their Caravan upgrade. The APG / PSP / PTUK meet up at Duxford is getting really close. Join us if you can for 11am at the Imperial War Museum on Sunday 12th May if you'd like to take advantage of the group booking discount. It's going to be a great day of aviation and ice cream. Get in touch to reserve your place on podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://www.forbes.com/sites/laurabegleybloom/2019/04/25/airline-passenger-arrested-after-complaining-about-vomit-on-seat-what-are-your-rights/#2b77c8262faf 2. https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/latest-news/774113/easyjet-flight-ryanair-southend-airport-pensioner-nightmare-janet-marchant-revamp 3. https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/air-india-fire-san-francisco-boeing-777-a8885846.html 4. https://eu.usatoday.com/story/travel/flights/2019/04/24/united-airlines-new-livery-faces-mixed-reactions-social-media/3559701002/ 5. https://metro.co.uk/2019/04/12/ryanair-flight-forced-to-turn-round-after-chef-drank-gallon-of-beer-9180924/ 6. https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/the-national-737-max-boeing-1.5107529 7. https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/easyjet-nut-ban/index.html 8. https://www.exyuaviation.com/2019/04/ryanair-hiring-in-croatia.html 9. https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/watch-incredible-video-airbus-uk-16171909 10. https://www.airlineratings.com/news/emirates-completes-boeing-refurb-ahead-schedule/ 11. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6958955/EasyJet-aircraft-takes-evasive-action-avoid-crashing-plane-German-airport.html 12. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/two-cathay-pilots-suffer-vision-impairment-during-fl-457653/ MILITARY https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2019/04/22/guard-aviators-will-get-the-newest-advanced-helicopters-before-some-active-army-units/ https://theaviationist.com/2019/04/23/this-awesome-video-shows-a-c-17-globemaster-iii-flying-at-low-altitude-through-the-star-wars-canyon/ https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/19204/cessnas-new-skycourier-twin-turboprop-plane-will-make-a-wonderful-weapon

Join Carlos, Nev, Armando, Brian and Matt for today's episode. In this programme we discover there's more bad news for the Airbus A380 as the UK's flag carrier opts for Boeing's 777x instead, bio-metric face recognition trials begin for departures at one US airport and the UK's second biggest flag bearer plans growth at Heathrow. In a week where we say goodbye Lt Col Richard Cole, we find in the military that the Puerto Rico Air Guard have their flying role taken away, exciting news is announced for the Blue Angels and a rare opportunity to tour the Nimrod at RAF Cosford's museum. We're looking forward to our meetup at Duxford on Sunday 12th May and we can't wait to catch up with you all there. Let us know if you're able to make it by getting in touch by email on podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://www.foxnews.com/travel/japanese-airline-lands-test-flight-of-new-plane-in-hawaii 2. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/travel_news/article-6936983/Ryanair-launches-new-feature-app-lets-passengers-size-bags-fly.html 3. https://simpleflying.com/british-airways-opted-for-boeing-777x-aircraft-over-more-a380s/ 4. https://www.theverge.com/2019/4/18/18484581/us-airport-facial-recognition-departing-flights-biometric-exit 5. https://simpleflying.com/united-new-livery/ 6. https://www.nj.com/news/2019/04/mexico-bound-airline-passenger-wrapped-gun-in-aluminum-foil-and-hid-it-inside-a-dvd-player.html 7. https://www.marketwatch.com/story/ryanair-to-require-extra-simulator-training-for-boeing-737-max-pilots-2019-04-19 8. https://simpleflying.com/virgin-atlantic-heathrow-growth/ 9. https://simpleflying.com/boeing-737-max-engine-investigation/ 10. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/indias-jet-airways-suspends-operations-457550/ 11. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/pictures-the-leased-jets-backfilling-for-lost-737-m-457517/ 12. https://news.get.com/airbus-shows-new-couch-style-airplane-seats/ MILITARY 1. https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/27408/puerto-rico-air-guards-c-130-airlifters-and-flying-role-are-being-taken-away 2. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/no-word-on-missing-japanese-f-35a-457540/ 3. https://amp.pnj.com/amp/3279266002?fbclid=IwAR3iRmZWrshR1ggshV8QamkTWtDDAwihkPSnqGNqvzVBo0-z0WdQp3dXN7Q 4. http://warbirdsnews.com/aviation-museum-news/tour-aboard-hawker-siddeley-nimrod-r-1-at-raf-museum-cosford.html 5. https://bgr.com/2019/04/05/fighter-jet-ejection-france-military/

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 Jeff and John at Armando's official retirement. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.ibtimes.com/airline-passenger-opened-emergency-exit-tried-jumping-out-after-plane-landed-arrested-2784805 2. https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/total-disgrace-ryanair-to-scrap-edinburgh-to-london-stansted-flights-1-4904097 3. https://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/news/111953904/one-for-the-plane-buffs--british-airways-nostalgic-photoshoot 4. https://simpleflying.com/united-757-replacement/ 5. https://edition.cnn.com/2019/04/10/europe/albania-airport-heist-robber-killed-intl-scli/index.html 6. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/uganda-airlines-firms-a330-800-order-457296/ 7. https://interestingengineering.com/the-boeing-777-xs-folding-wings-are-they-safe 8. https://simpleflying.com/jetblue-london-flights-announcement/ 9. https://www.aerotime.aero/clement.charpentreau/22552-german-government-buys-three-new-airbus-a350-for-1-2-billion 10. https://www.ttgmedia.com/news/news/norwegian-confirms-partial-postponement-of-airbus-order-17648 11. http://www.deeside.com/airbus-considering-releasing-existing-beluga-fleet-into-the-wild/ 12. https://news.sky.com/story/american-airlines-flight-attendant-spills-drinks-on-company-ceo-11689519

Join 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 : 1. https://abcnews.go.com/US/united-airlines-flight-diverted-texas-airport-losing-cockpit/story?id=62189090 2. https://www CB22 4QR.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-47784734 3. https://www.businesstraveller.com/business-travel/2019/04/05/british-airways-launches-speedbird-100-inflight-ale/ 4. https://www.inc.com/chris-matyszczyk/an-american-airlines-passenger-says-they-found-an-eye-opening-surprise-in-their-luggage.html 5. https://www.itv.com/news/2019-04-03/flybe-airline-cancels-flights-blaming-easter-holidays-and-a-shortage-of-pilots/ 6. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/aeroflot-named-worlds-strongest-airline-brand-for-the-third-year-running-by-brand-finance-300825285.html. 7. https://www.africanews.com/2019/04/04/nigerian-airline-orders-10-jets-from-brazil-s-embraer/ 8. https://www.lonelyplanet.com/news/2019/04/04/jetblue-legroom-comfort-redesign/ 9. https://news.sky.com/story/virgin-atlantic-updates-airlines-emblem-to-represent-modern-britain-11682461 10. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-turkey-airport-analysis/turkish-airlines-aims-to-spread-its-wings-at-istanbuls-giant-new-airport-idUSKCN1RG0GP 11. https://www.iol.co.za/travel/travel-news/one-man-the-only-passenger-on-boeing-737-800-flight-to-italy-20595073 12. https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/air-transport/2019-04-04/airbus-updating-a320-flight-warning-software MILITARY : https://www.popularmechanics.com/military/aviation/a27032708/air-force-stops-deliveries-of-trash-filled-kc-46-tankers-yet-again/ http://www.rusaviainsider.com/russian-light-turboprop-il-112v-transport-makes-maiden-flight/ https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/first-rokaf-f-35as-arrive-in-south-korea-457163/

Join Carlos, Armando, Dr Steph and Matt for this week's programme. In today's show we report on the sad news of another low cost carriers demise, everyone's favourite low cost airlines attempt at trolling our legacy carrier's recent destination blunder backfires and Embraer's Phenom celebrates their 300th delivery. In the military the US Airforce want to put Starwars style AI in their latest fighter and we learn that Boeing's 767 Tankers also use the Augmented Pitch System. Follow us on social media by searching for 'PlaneTalkingUK' or get in touch via podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.economist.com/gulliver/2019/03/29/icelandic-budget-airline-wow-air-stops-flying 2. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47710152 3. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/travel_news/article-6860423/British-Airways-new-Temperley-London-amenity-kits-class-unboxed.html 4. https://eu.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/03/29/boeing-737-max-8-crash-anti-stall-system-activated-ethiopian-plane/3308487002/ 5. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/pictures-airbus-shows-off-second-ana-a380-457008/ 6. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/pictures-airbus-aims-to-deliver-first-delta-a330-9-456988/ 7. http://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-rolls-out-new-flight-tracking-technology/ 8. http://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/embraer-reaches-phenom-300-milestone-with-latest-delivery/ 9. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47740523 10. https://www.thesun.co.uk/travel/8721567/brothers-deadly-peanut-allergy-kicked-off-flight/ 11. https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/8746847/student-track-down-stranger-the-one/ 12. https://www.itv.com/news/2019-03-27/spitfire-pilot-laid-to-rest-more-than-70-years-after-being-shot-down/ MILITARY : https://www.mro-network.com/airframe/boeing-s-767-tankers-also-use-augmented-pitch-system https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/usaf-selects-first-air-base-to-host-b-21-raider-stea-456987/ https://www.popularmechanics.com/military/aviation/a26871027/air-force-ai-fighter-plane-skyborg/ https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/kazakhstan-places-order-for-airbus-c295/

Join Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for today's programme. In this episode where Nev joins Carlos and Matt in the PTUK Studio we find that one low cost carrier's rescue plan loses momentum, it all gets rather physical on a flight from Prestwick to Tenerife and there's a big acquisition made by one Doha based carrier. Pip shares with us his experience on a recent flight to Switzerland. In the Military an airshow is cancelled due to some serious flooding and the UK orders a Wedgetail. We're planning a PTUK / PSP / APG meetup at Duxford's Imperial War Museum on Sunday 12th May 2019. Send us an email to register your interest to podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/jet-airways-india-manchester-mumbai-wow-air-airlines-financial-difficulties-icelandair-a8836211.html 2. https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/1101443/ryanair-drunk-passengers-fight-prestwick-to-tenerife 3. http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/260691 4. https://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/news/business/rolls-royce-powered-flying-turtle-2673567 5. https://simpleflying.com/qatar-airways-malaysia-airlines-acquisition/ 6. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2019/03/18/uks-youngest-female-pilot-16-mentored-easyjet-captain-airline/ 7. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/article-6841859/Book-luxury-airline-suite-sky.html 8. https://simpleflying.com/russias-a380-alternative/ 9. https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1705921/barra-airport-among-the-worlds-most-scenic-airports/ 10. https://ifn.news/posts/qatar-airways-adds-250th-aircraft-to-its-fleet/ 11. https://www.wsbtv.com/news/trending-now/family-goals-mother-and-daughter-pilot-delta-flight-from-los-angeles-to-atlanta/933395763 12. https://www.kgun9.com/news/local-news/look-up-90-year-old-airliner-flies-tucson-skies-this-weekend MILITARY : https://www.omaha.com/news/military/air-force-gives-up-fight-to-stop-water-at-offutt/article_631f9b34-5271-50e8-b5eb-19f488daaf32.html?fbclid=IwAR17Qy2eoBOwuGwa237FZOHU434NxGgtaAYbfWYm095yGFIbNKMZFR6X_cQ https://www.omaha.com/news/military/flooding-of-base-forces-cancellation-of-offutt-air-show-in/article_e928cb85-7720-5255-9bf8-e83a20d32acb.html https://combataircraft.keypublishing.com/2019/03/22/uk-orders-wedgetail-airborne-early-warning-aircraft/ https://theaviationist.com/2019/03/19/u-s-b-52-bombers-belonging-to-task-force-deployed-to-uk-perform-theater-familiarization-flights-across-europe/ http://warbirdsnews.com/aviation-museum-news/b-29-doc-hangar-and-education-center-open-to-public-beginning-march-12th.html