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Join Carlos, Armando, Matt and Captain Al for this week's episode of the UK's Number One Aviation Podcast. In this week's show we learn all about the UK government's new quarantine regulations, Ryanair make an important temporary alteration to their flight booking policy and France unveil a substantial aid package for the aviation industry. In the military there's damage to an Osprey as it's hit by a civilian aircraft, and Russian MIG35 fighters get their very own in-flight SIRI - What could possibly go wrong there! Armando talks to Bob Mills about the Reno Air races and Chris Marsh brings us his final passenger experience with La Companie. To get in touch and help driving the conversation : Send us an email via podcast@planetalkinguk.com via the website using https://www.planetalkinguk.com or send us a WhatsApp using +447572249166. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL The UK’s New Quarantine Rules – Everything You Need To Know https://simpleflying.com/uk-quarantine-rules/?utm

Join Carlos, Nev, Matt and Paul from the Layovers Podcast for this weeks latest episode of the UK's Number One Aviation Podcast. In this week's show we learn that Amazon are leasing some new aircraft as business continues to boom, The first A220 rolls off its dedicated Alabama assembly line and we learn that Lion air stops its passenger services just days after restarting them as people fail to follow the rules. In the military the A400M is cleared to drop more Paratroopers from it's side doors and there's good news for the iconic B52 as the contest gets underway to replace it's engines. Armando to talks to Bob Mills about his commercial flying career and Chris Marsh tells us all about his passenger experience flying with 'La Compagnie'. To get in touch, send us an email via podcast@planetalkinguk.com, via the website via https://www.planetalkinguk.com/ or send us a WhatsApp using +447572249166. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL Amazon expands fleet with 12 leased fre

Join Carlos, Nev, Armando, Matt and Mentour Pilot Petter Hörnfeldt for this weeks recording of the PTUK Aviation Podcast. We had a great chat with the one and only Mentour Pilot and Armando talks to Bob Mills about his time as a Naval Aviator, Airline Captain and President of the Sports Class at the Reno Air Races in the first part of a new interview series. There was the usual round up of the latest commercial news too. Check out Mentour Pilot at his channel at the link below: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwpHKudUkP5tNgmMdexB3ow This is the reporter Petter mentioned : https://www.seattletimes.com/author/dominic-gates/ The Pilot Programme Petter mentioned : https://theairlinepilotclub.com/ Check out the Plane Talking UK on Social Media where you'll find out more about the UK's number one Aviation Podcast. Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planetalkinguk Twitter at: https://twitter.com/PlaneTalkingUK  To get in touch, Send us an email via podcast@planetalkinguk.com via the web

Join Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this weeks recording of PTUK Aviation Podcast. In today's commercial aviation news we learn of a data breach at EasyJet affecting 9 million customers, vending machines appear in airports selling PPE and AirFrance announce the retirement of their entire fleet of A380s. In the military aviation we hear of awful news from the Snowbirds Display Team and the Irish Air Corps in the Market for a new Transport Plane. Carlos talks to Max Trescott about an innovative autoland product from Garmin and Nev brings us his latest bumper highlights package. Search for us on Social Media using the tag 'PlaneTalkingUK', send us an email via podcast@planetalkinguk.com, via the website www.planetalkinguk.com or send us a WhatsApp using +447572249166. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL EasyJet admits data of nine million hacked https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/amp/technology-52722626 Unions say Ryanair exaggerating COVID threat to undermine conditions https://www.

Join Carlos, Armando, Matt, Major Rick and Micah (from the Airplane Geeks - www.airplanegeeks.com) for this week's PTUK Aviation Podcast recording. In this week's Grey Stuff special we learn that the A10 will continue flying until 2040, RAF Typhoons conduct exercises with the US B1B Lancer and the first Osprey arrives in Japan. In the commercial news some airlines announce their intentions to return to the skies, Jet Blue's New York flypast draws criticism and the UK's Quarantine scenario draws contempt from airline and crew circles. We also take another trip down memory lane as Nev delves back into the airshow archives with some highlights. Search for us on Social Media using the tag 'PlaneTalkingUK', send us an email via podcast@planetalkinguk.com, via the website www.planetalkinguk.com or send us a WhatsApp using +447572249166. The details on the film Armando was talking about can be found here - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1559549/ Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : MILITARY https

Join Carlos, Nev, Matt and Captain Al for this week's show.   In today's show we hear of sad news as Virgin pull out of Gatwick but someone is already eyeing up some of their slots, even in lock-down there are still fights breaking out on one low cost carrier in the states and there's another accidental discharge this time in a BA hangar.   In the military VE celebrations take place despite these unusual conditions and the Leidos-led team pitches Bronco II to Special Operations Command. Nina shares with us the poem she wrote that was doing the rounds on social media and there's more memories from Nev with some of the great meetups we've had.   We'd love to hear from you, please let us know how you're surviving during lock-down, send us a message via email on podcast@planetalkinguk.com or via WhatsApp on +447572249166.  Here are the links to the stories we featured this week :   COMMERCIAL   https://simpleflying.com/star-wars-day-liveries/   https://www.transportxtra.com/publications/local-transport-today/new

Join Nev, Captain Nick and Matt for today's show. In this week's episode we hear worrying news involving Nev's favourite airline, Han Solo is in trouble with the FAA for a runway incursion in the Falcon and after 9 years of delays Berlin celebrate the opening of their new airport. We also pay tribute to the incredible achievements of Captain Tom Moore as he turns 100 years young this week. In the Military we have an accidental missile fire whilst on the ground and the new 'Airforce One' is already over budget despite not going into service until 2024. There's another stroll down memory lane thanks to Nev's great little highlights package and we hear from Nik Codling, Clare Aitken and Mahzuz Karim with some feedback. The Old Warren are hosting their first 'Virtual Airshow' whilst Lockdown continues - Take yourself to https://www.shuttleworth.org/events/seasonpremiere-onlineairshow/ to enjoy this unique event. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/busine

Join Carlos, Armando, Paul P from the Layovers Podcast and Matt for today's bumper show. In this episode news begins to surface as the financial burden becomes too much some big names in passenger transport, some customers are meeting resistance from their airline when trying to get refunds from their airline and a new UAE low cost carrier is granted it's operating certificate. In the Military the Impressive Elephant Walk Ends USAF Continuous Bomber Presence in Guam after 16 Years and Germany approves the Super Hornet / Growler buy to replace Luftwaffe Tornado Fighter Bomber. Nev shares another highlights package of happier times and there's some great audio feedback from Chris Marsh about a recent photo shoot he did with his local Air Ambulance. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/air-transport/2020-04-21/virgin-australia-enters-voluntary-administration https://www.kimberleybulletin.com/news/40k-in-equipment-stolen-from-grand-forks-ai

Join Carlos, Nev, Armando, Matt, Andy from the A320 Podcast and Peter Collings for this week's bumper show. In this week's episode we learn that an awful lot of aircraft require a little more than a quick buff to get them back in the air, everyone's favourite low cost airline are a loggerheads with regulators over proposed ideas designed to lift travel restrictions and we talk preparatory maintenance for aircraft when this is all over. In the military we talk about Thunderbirds / Blue Angels / Red Arrows and the world's biggest plane steps up the fight against the virus with a hundred tonnes of medical gear. Nev brings us a new feature called 'Groan of the Week' - Thanks to our listener Ralph Walker who emailed into the show for this idea. Nev also shares with us a little trip down memory lane to a time when we were allowed outside - Take a look at his amazing highlights package! - https://youtu.be/rQ7vKlrDLw4. Peter and Andy talk all things Airbus with some great questions from the chatroom as usual. If you

Join Carlos, Nev, Armando, Matt and Captain Jeff for this week's show. In today's episode everyone's favourite low cost airline boasts massive profits, a young pilot gains his PPL after only 4 months and incorrect parts are responsible for a Boeing 757 gear collapse. We talk to Jeff about the impact this world event is having on our favourite industry and whether we'll ever see flight numbers return to pre-virus levels. In the military an A10 makes an emergency belly landing at Moody Airforce Base and Boeing are being made to replace the sensor and camera system on the KC46 at their own expense. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/old-buckenham-pilot-will-harmer-gains-license-1-6581979 2. https://www.irishtimes.com/business/transport-and-tourism/ryanair-expects-to-report-profit-between-950m-and-1bn-1.4219792 3. https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/general-aviation/2020-04-02/air-bp-providing-free-fuel-uk-air-ambulances 4. https://simplefl

Join Carlos, Nev, Matt S and Matt C for this week's show. In this week's episode everyone's favourite low cost airline go out on some ghost flights, we learn about the various ways the aviation industry is helping to tackle the outbreak, there's good news for frequent fliers as the tiered thresholds are reduced helping to retain their status and one regional carrier flies it's first plane into Heathrow. In the military we learn that the Broncos are returning to US Service for training and the Israeli and US Air Force hold joint F35 in Drill. We talk to Matt C about the A320 Lounge and it's range of teaching aids designed to help keep you current. We're looking for feel good aviation stories in this difficult time so if you find any, we'd be very grateful if you shared them with us on podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://www.flightglobal.com/air-transport/crisis-accelerates-approval-of-a320-seat-bag-cargo-modification/137672.article 2. htt

Join Carlos, Nev, Armando, David and Matt for this episode. In this week's programme we give you a quick summary of the impact the 'lock down' is having on the industry, there's an accidental discharge in Los Angeles and an innovative seat design allows disabled passengers to use their own wheelchair during flight. In the Military, The US Air Force's Air Combat Command plans to award multiple contracts for adversary aircraft and there's an update on the B17 Flying Fortress incident. Lastly, Armando makes some reading recommendations while we all have some unexpected down-time. Nik Codling talks about Canadian repatriation from Morocco among other things and Armando throws his wife Megan out of a Cessna. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://news.yahoo.com/wealthy-flock-private-jets-pandemic-spreads-airlines-tank-041325401.html?guccounter=1 2. https://simpleflying.com/delta-lax-hangar-foam-discharge/?utm_source=pop 3. https://www.aviationpros.com/engines-components/

Join a full compliment of hosts for a trawl through this week's aviation news stories. In today's programme there's good news as Cathay Pacific start adding flights to the UK, there's bad news as the UK's Chancellor INCREASES Air Passenger Duty and there's good news as Easyjet release their winter schedule. In the military NASA Is Building Its Supersonic X-Plane Out of Old Warbirds and two Futuristic looking Aircraft Will Compete to Replace the Army’s Black Hawk. Nev shares with us his return flight to Newcastle as Nev's Passenger Experience returns; he also takes a turn in an A320 Simulator in Cambridge. We're looking for positive news stories to all keep us going so if you come across one, please send it to us via podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamesasquith/2020/03/16/cathay-pacific-are-now-adding-flights-to-ukus-as-hong-kong-has-coronavirus-under-control/#28c0cea240ff 2. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/activi

Captain Nick talks to Captain John Hutchinson.   John was a pilot for the RAF and later in his commercial career flew such iconic aircraft as the 707, 747, VC-10 and of course the beautiful Concorde.   We learn about growing up in India, learning to fly and instructing in the RAF. He talks about his time with Vampires, Shackletons his time in RAF Syerston and indeed other RAF bases around the country.   In his commercial career John talks about his time learning to be a navigator. There's an amazing recount of BOAC Flight 712 an accident that occurred in Heathrow in 1968. He goes on to talk about flying the 747 and the VC-10 and what becoming a captain was like in his time in the airlines. The culmination of John's illustrious flying career was flying as a captain in the world famous Concorde.   John tells stories about Concorde operations, opportunities that his position afforded him and various situations that you may not have known about that involve the incredible aircraft.   Captains John and Nick have

Join Carlos, Matt, Captain Nick and Captain Al for this week's busy show. On today's show we learn that everyone's favourite low cost airline is still committed to Chinese built aircraft, the bleak story of the 737 MAX continues and could there be more sad news on the horizon as a troubled budget carrier struggles to make ends meet? Matt talks to Jenny about what it's like living in Rome as COVID-19 restricts their movements and APGs resident Doctor prescribes some good old fashioned common sense. Finally in the military the Scottish coast is buzzed by 6 fighter jets as an uninvited guest make a visit and are B2 stealth bombers making a return to RAF Fairford? Here are the links for the stories we covered this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/courts/district-court/man-caused-pandemonium-on-aer-lingus-flight-with-hoax-coronavirus-claim-1.4201422 2. https://simpleflying.com/ryanair-comac-commitment/ 3. https://www.ifn.news/posts/virgin-atlantic-retires-airbus-a340-earlier-tha

Join Carlos, Nev, Armando (via video) and Matt for this week's programme. On today's show we ask can COVID-19 be blamed for the collapse of the UK's biggest regional carrier? A mechanic is sentenced to 3 years in prison for aircraft tampering and there's big delays at Frankfurt due to a drone incident. In the military the Air Forces Top General has bad news for the KC46 programme and a UAV manufacturer wants to give aerial tankers their own missile-laden drones. We'd love to hear from you! Why not send us a voice / video note via WhatsApp using +447572249166 or send an email to podcast@planetalkinguk. Come and join in on the conversation! Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51746564 2. https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/ryanair-chief-leaves-door-open-to-airbus-order/137065.article 3. https://simpleflying.com/boeing-737-max-first-taxi-test/ 4. https://airlinerwatch.com/air-canada-express-crj900-makes-emergency-landing-in-sa

... But not necessarily in the right order. Join Carlos and Nev for this week's programme. In today's episode we learn there is bad news for Heathrow as their expansion plans are thwarted, there's finally some good news for Boeing and there's an impressive new flat bed for one Kiwi carrier. It's our final part with Captain John Hutchinson as he shares with us a signalling mishap out at sea and Armando updates us on the latest news from Reno as he chats to George Catalano. Why not get in touch with us on the show and share your holiday and flight experiences by searching for us on social media using the ID 'PlaneTalkingUK', by email using podcast@planetalkinguk.com or via our website - www.planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-02-27/heathrow-third-runway-faces-further-delays-after-court-setback 2. https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/travel/5310770/ryanair-passenger-pays-extra-for-seat-by-a-window-only-to-find-ther

Join Carlos, Nev, Armando (via video) and Matt for this weeks episode. In today's show we learn that a technical failure triggered more than 100 cancellations at Heathrow, everyone's favourite low cost airline is in trouble with the EU for having an unfair advantage in spain and a New York flight makes an emergency landing at Heathrow resulting in a passenger being detained. In the military, a new unmanned aircraft capable of staying airborne for up to ONE YEAR makes it maiden flight. Also, if you live in Hawaii, your life just got a little better because you have the chance to fly in a P-51 Mustang. And in everyone's favourite series - Captain John Hutchinson talks to Nick about Concorde's radiation levels and dispels a few of those infamous rumours about queue jumping! Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/heathrow-airport-british-airways-it-failure-cancelled-delayed-flights-check-in-a9338446.html?amp 2. https://www.the

Join Carlos, Armando and Matt for today's programme. In this week's show everyone's favourite low cost airline has their luggage policy deemed abusive by the courts, a disruptive passenger is jailed for trying to open a cabin door mid-flight and a US Entrepreneur opens his fifth airline. In the military we explore how the air force evacuates patients from biological hazard areas. Captain John Hutchinson talks to Nick about some of the perks of being a Concorde Pilot and we have some great audio feedback from Nik Codling. Search social media for 'PlaneTalkingUK'. Our WhatsApp Number - +44 757 22 491 66 Email - podcast@planetalkinguk.com Website - www.planetalkinguk.com Why not subscribe to our YouTube channel - You'll get notifications when we go live and you can help shape the conversation of the show by joining us in the chatroom. Go to www.youtube.com and search for Plane Talking UK. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/bombardier-financ

Join Matt, Armando and Micah for today's programme. In this episode we learn that 3 dead / 180 people hurt as a jet skids off the runway in Istanbul, Abu Dhabi's long-troubled carrier Etihad sells 38 jets for $1b and a struggling Cathay Pacific takes shocking measures to protect it's financial security during the Coronavirus. Captain John Hutchinson reveals that while Concorde is a much loved aircraft now, back in 1975/76 it was considered very much a poisoned chalice for BOAC. We also have listener feedback from James Taylor and Allan Loveday. In the Military US Special Operations plans to buy 75 light attack aircraft for Armed Overwatch and the RAF welcomes first Poseidon to Kinloss base. Get in touch with the show via email using podcast@planetalkinguk.com, WhatsApp on +44 757 22 491 66 or search your social media feed for 'PlaneTalkingUK'. Here are the links to the stories we featured this week : COMMERCIAL 1. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51384667 2. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/202