Sinopsis
A UK based aviation podcast produced by two guys who love aviation!Join Carlos Matt & Nev where each week they talk about aviation news airshow news and lots lots more.
Episodios
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Episode 245 - Bolts from the Blue
05/12/2018 Duración: 02h17minJoin Carlos, Nev, Grant and Matt for today's show. In this episode there is worrying news from one low cost Icelandic carrier, everyone's favourite Irish airline leaves their passengers out in the rain and Grant gets to mention Qantas several times. In the military there is a dispute between the UK's Navy and RAF as the latter pushes for new jets that cannot fly from warships and the RAAF say goodbye to the P3. It's the premier of our 6 part series with the legendary Sir Richard Johns as he talks to Captain Nick about his new autobiography 'Bolts from the Blue'. Neil Draper shares with us his amazing footage he's put together from the 2018 Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show, there's a special message for one of our hosts and the details of our Christmas competition are announced. We'd love to hear from you so get involved by emailing the show on podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.cnbc.com/2018/11/29/icelandair-scraps-acquisition-of-strugglin
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Episode 244 - 787 787's and Tiny Toilets
26/11/2018 Duración: 01h45minJoin Carlos and Nev for this week's episode. In today's show Virgin Atlantic mull over rescuing Flybe, Emirates win 5 high profile awards in just one week and Malaysia Airlines receive a scathing review from a YouTube vLogger. In the military there's a record breaking drop for an Atlas A400M and a new dedicated F35a Demo Team is announced for the 2019 season. Nev brings us a very special interview with Trevor Hammond from Gibraltar's ATC. Get in touch with the show by email using podcast@planetalkinguk.com or by searching social media for 'PlaneTalkingUK'. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.expressandstar.com/news/business/2018/11/23/virgin-atlantic-said-to-be-mulling-bid-for-ailing-airline-flybe/ 2. https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/british-airways-captain-dave-video-watch-boeing-787-flight-johannesburg-dreamliner-a8646466.html 3. https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/picture-laudamotion-takes-first-a320s-under-ryanair-453815/ 4. https://www.fo
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Episode 243 - Cirrus Friends go Flying
18/11/2018 Duración: 01h56minJoin Carlos, Nev and Matt as they look through this week's big aviation stories. In today's episode we talk about the poor passengers who's bags were left behind by one Asian carrier, a low cost carrier's website causes chaos as people can't check-in online and the FAA evaluates a potential design flaw in one airframe manufacturer's new craft. In the military an ex-RAF Hercules finds a new home and the UK confirms it's interest in some new F35-B's. Matt BF and Evan share with us their pleasure flight and Nev catches up with Tony S. You can get in touch with the show by searching social media for PlaneTalkingUK, via our website (www.planetalkinguk.com) and by email on podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.news18.com/news/buzz/airline-arrives-with-passengers-in-singapore-leaves-behind-their-luggage-in-england-1939611.html 2. https://www.mirror.co.uk/travel/news/ryanair-website-crashes-leaving-passengers-13593407 3. https://www.flightglobal.com/ne
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Episode 242 - The Unknown Warrior
11/11/2018 Duración: 01h56minJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for a very special episode of the show. We have our usual trawl through the Commercial News stories hitting the headlines this week including United taking delivery of their first 787-10, Ryanair having a spot of trouble with the French Authorities and Qantas begins trials of a mobile phone passport technology. In the Military the Eurofighters pass the milestone 500,000 flying hours and MP's call for RAF Leeming to become the Red Arrow's new home. In our last piece from Oshkosh 2018, Captain Al talks to the guys from Foreflight about their incredible software. 2018 marks the centenary of the end of the Great War and we close the show with a very moving piece from Captain Nick who shares with us the story of the Unknown Warrior. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://airlinegeeks.com/2018/11/07/united-airlines-take-delivery-of-boeing-787-10-first-airline-to-operate-all-three-variants/ 2. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-46152849 3. https://
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Episode 241 - Nap Time to Chicago!
04/11/2018 Duración: 02h25minJoin Carlos, Ben, Stuart and Matt for today's show. In this week's episode we learn that baggage rules for one low cost airline are changing AGAIN, a craft beer maker creates a special aviation blend and the new A220 Delta configuration is revealed. In the Military the Russians flirt with our airspace again and a second world war bomber restoration nears completion at Cosford. Captain Al talks to Leon Evans at Oshkosh and Nev shares with us Gibraltar so far. Get in touch with the show via podcast@planetalkinguk.com or search for us on Social Media using PlaneTalkingUK. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-46070949 2. https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/ryanair-hand-luggage-policy-baggage-grace-period-month-november-a8614096.html 3. http://time.com/5441587/airline-worker-falls-asleep-wakes-up-in-chicago/ 4. https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/industries/108335074/air-new-zealand-takes-delivery-of-its-first-of-13-new-airbus-aircraf
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Episode 240 - Caravans and Camping
28/10/2018 Duración: 02h12minJoin Carlos, Nev, Armando and Matt for this week's stroll through the world of aviation. In today's programme we discover a security breach affecting almost 10 million airline passengers, one special luxury flight is giving you the chance to see Old Year's Night twice and disgruntled passenger is detained for slapping cabin crew with their phone. In the military the Red Arrows are heading stateside as part of a landmark tour and the UK begins talks to buy some iconic helicopters. Pilot Pip regales us with a tale from his early days as a pilot and Nev shares with us his time at an APG / PTUK meetup at Heathrow. Why not join us for the recording of the show LIVE and get involved in the chat room by going to https://www.youtube.com/c/planetalkinguk/live. We're usually recording from 19:00 on a Friday evening but follow us on Facebook and Twitter for details - simply search for PlaneTalkingUK. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.standard.co.uk/news/transport/cathay-pacific
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Episode 239 - Minecraft Matty!
22/10/2018 Duración: 01h43minJoin Carlos, Nev and Matt (briefly) for this week's episode of the show. In today's programme we discover very sad news as another airline falls by the wayside, competition winners are bumped out of Business class by one legacy carrier and facial recognition trials begin at Heathrow Airport. In the military an RAF Voyager refuels an F35b in the UK for the first time and the official report into the Thunderbird's crash is released. Barbara talks to Nev about her recent experience with Jet2, Ray Davis shares with us his experiences from the Warbirds Down-Under show in Temora and Captain Al gets all serious as he chats to Mikey McBrian during his visit to Oshkosh 2018. We love to receive your feedback (good or bad) so why not help keep us in check with our accuracy by sending it to podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.theguardian.com/business/2018/oct/18/cobalt-airline-warns-passengers-that-all-flights-are-cancelled 2. https://www.telegraph.co.uk
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Episode 238 - Smarties and a Glass of Water
15/10/2018 Duración: 01h58minJoin Carlos, Nev (eventually!), Jodi Armando and Matt for a very special episode. In a week where the longest ever direct flight takes off for the first time we discover that BA are planning to operate an A380 into Dubai, sweeping changes are promised at Delta and an Air India plane has a coming together with a wall. We are so honoured to have had Jodi Rueger join us on this week's show and we had a great chat about her love of flying, her career and the world of Acrobatic flying. You can find out more about her by looking at her YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyJhMuL7_-0NzbSkx2cij_A or search social media for @quotafiller. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.standard.co.uk/news/world/sq22-takes-off-worlds-longest-nonstop-flight-begins-its-voyage-from-singapore-to-new-york-a3959086.html 2. https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tenerife-airport-flight-ryanair-newcastle-15257401 3. https://www.businesstraveller.com/business-travel/2018/10/07/british-ai
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Episode 237 - First Class, Second Class, Turd Class!
07/10/2018 Duración: 01h46minJoin Carlos, Nev and Matt for today's show. In this episode we're talking about the dramatic collapse of one low cost transatlantic airline, there's another rather amusing paint-job fail to rival Cathay Paciic and one airline decides to tighten the rules for emotional support animals. In the military it's exciting news for the HMS Queen Elizabeth and talks are underway between the UK and Boeing for their Wedgetail. Carlos talks to Graham, Captain Al, Fabian and Philip at Farnborough and Nev talks to Jordan about the routes he's been taking in the air recently. We also have some quick 'in-flight' feedback from Evan. We love to receive your feedback and comments so please get in touch with us on social media by searching for 'PlaneTalkingUK' and email us via podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45712063 2. https://www.thesun.co.uk/travel/7424002/dd-composite-ryanair-5oct/ 3. https://www.businesstraveller.com/business-trav
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Episode 236 - Anyone for a Layover?
30/09/2018 Duración: 02h21minJoin Carlos, Nev, Paul from the Layover Podcast and Matt for this week's episode. In today's show we have the very latest on the Pacific Lagoon crash, a passenger is arrested for breaking through security and chasing his plane down the runway and it's the turn of a Hong Kong airport to have questionable baggage handling highlighted. Carlos talks to Pip and Mascha along with Harry at Farnborough 2018. We talk to Paul from the Layovers Podcast about how their show came about - It's a highly recommended listen so take yourself to http://www.layovers.to and add it to your playlist. We want to hear about your experiences as a passenger so why not volunteer for a Nev's Passenger Experience and you could appear in next week's show. Get in touch via podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. http://home.bt.com/news/world-news/airline-now-says-one-missing-after-pacific-lagoon-plane-crash-11364298666639 2. https://www.thesun.ie/news/3183819/ryanair-pilot-audio-patrick-ke
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Episode 235 - Pip's Equipment Failure
23/09/2018 Duración: 02h41minJoin Nev, Pilot Pip, Captain Al and Matt for an amusing stroll through this weeks big aviation stories. In a week where all the stories were chosen by our lovely listeners we take a look at the details on yet another BA Technical Glitch, rumours emerge over a merger between Dubai's main carriers and we discover that no one still knows what on earth is happening over a certain big event taking place at the end of May 2019! In the military accusations are rife over the shooting down of a Russian Spy plane and the RAF creates it's first joint squadron since WW2. Carlos pops back to Farnborough 2018 with Captains' Al and Jeff as they talk about their highlights and one of our listeners Tom Harris tells about how he fell in love with Aviation. Why not share with us your own story on your love of aviation by sending some audio or video feedback to podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6193887/British-Airways-delayed-compu
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Episode 233 - Anyone for some data?
09/09/2018 Duración: 01h58minJoin Carlos, Nev, Adrian and Matt for this week's episode of the show. In today's programme (recorded on 09-Sep-2018) we discuss the protests over plans to build a Flight Training Academy in Gloucester, the rules for hand luggage change yet again for one low cost carrier and we talk about that data breach for the UK's legacy carrier. In the military Singapore show off their new A330 Tanker and Boeing win their first major defence contract in almost a decade. Nev treats us to a trip on Brighton's i360 and Pip is talking Astronomy in his latest feature. Share with us your stories by emailing us on podcast@planetalkinguk.com or get in touch on social media by searching PlaneTalkingUK. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.punchline-gloucester.com/articles/aanews/plans-for-flight-training-academy-spark-protests 2. https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/ryanair-baggage-policy-change-latest-free-checked-luggage-priority-boarding-refund-a8526861.html 3. https://www
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Episode 232 - The One with Podcast Royalty
02/09/2018 Duración: 02h05minJoin Nev, Matt and the legend that is Captain Jeff for this week's show. In today's episode we discuss fainting first officers for one low cost carrier, some good news for Nev's favourite airline as they announce expansion plans at London City as they are voted most family friendly and people are being caught out as the baggage rules change again for everyone's favourite low cost airline. In the military a skilled pilot flies his Chinook over the Derwent Dam and details are released by the US of Operation 'Predictable Iron'. Nev has a lovely chat with Bo Abrahamsen about his love of aviation and Carlos chats to Dan about his fascinating Long-EZ. Nev is looking for volunteers to feature on his popular 'Passenger Experience' feature. Get in touch with him via podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Here are the links to the stories we featured : COMMERCIAL : 1. https://www.ttgmedia.com/news/news/british-airways-to-expand-presence-at-london-city-airport-20-15274 2. https://www.lincolnshirelive.co.uk/news/local-news/ryanair-
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Episode 231 - Post Seething Blues
26/08/2018 Duración: 01h43minCarlos, Nev and Matt are in the chair for this week's show. In today's programme we discover that one low cost carrier's compensation cheques bounce, a major London airport has to go back to basics with their Flight Information screens and there's finally some good news for passengers in the long running pilot strike. In the military the RAF assist NATO as Russian fighters flirt with their airspace and one military developer demonstrates some insane data speeds over-the-air. Captain Al chats to Tina from the Air League in our latest piece from Farnborough 2018. We'd love to hear from you so why not volunteer to chat to Nev about your experiences as a passenger. Get in touch via podcast@planetalkinguk.com or search for us on social media using 'PlaneTalkingUK'.
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Episode 230 - Summer Fly-In BBQ 2018
19/08/2018 Duración: 01h49minJoin Carlos, Nev, Al, Pip, Matt and a whole host of wonderful people as we broadcast live from Seething Airfield. In today's show we talking several clipped wings, the toilet rolls required for a standard configuration of a Boeing 747 and serious concerns are raised at Heathrow's border. Glen Towler talks about his trip to Oshkosh in the latest Nev's Passenger Experience and Pip shares with us the process for planning a GA flight into Seething. We've got some great interviews to share with you in the coming weeks from where the guys catch up with the engineers working in the Hangars are Seething. Get in touch with the show via podcast@planetalkinguk.com or by searching PlaneTalkingUK on social media.
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Episode 229 - Lets try that one again!
12/08/2018 Duración: 01h50minJoin Carlos, Nev and Matt for this week's later than scheduled show. In today's episode we go over the details and dangers posed by airport staff after an unauthorised takeoff at Sea-Tac Airport, our favourite A380 from the Farnborough Airshow goes out on wet lease to Norwegian and a Boeing 747 gets a new lease of life helping to fight fires. Matt chats to Dana about his visit to the UK when we all met up at the Farnborough 2018 Airshow. In the Military the search for a new home for the Red Arrows begins and an accidental missile launch takes place on a NATO Eurofighter. Next week is our first PTUK Fly In Barbecue at Seething Airfield and we're hoping (technology permitting) to do the show live from there next week. Get in touch with the show by searching social media for PlaneTalkingUK or by emailing podcast@planetalkinguk.com.
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Episode 228 - BeepJets
05/08/2018 Duración: 02h17minJoin Carlos, Nev, Matt, Eoin, Brian, Mila and David for a very busy show. In today's episode we're talking about a new Lego Safety video that's been done for Turkish Air, concerns have been raised about the use of slides during a 737-800 evac and retirement plans begin for one carriers 767 fleet. In our latest segment from Farnborough 2018, Pip walks us through the Falcon X8. David shares with us his progress as he works towards obtaining his commercial license and Mila tells us what it's like to fly cargo. Get in touch with us on social media by searching for 'PlaneTalkingUK' or get in touch by email on podcast@planetalkinguk.com. Show Notes -------------------- Links to the videos that were played during this episode are : Turkish Airlines Safety Video : https://youtu.be/C2hCN6cVuqM Ryanair : https://youtu.be/gSh_5LnC3YE https://youtu.be/r2mVpdaCOJ0 Farnborough 2018 : https://drive.google.com/open?id=1fj2b5fIyYDToKIUTG8MOLuPGSAU4GG53
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Episode 227 - The Power of the Dirty Socks
29/07/2018 Duración: 01h37minJoin Carlos and Matt from the Lounge Studio this week as they take trawl through the big aviation news stories that have caught their eye. In today's programme we find a very disgruntled passenger with their shredded suitcase, BA launch a direct flight to Pittsburgh and as the usual weather returns to the UK a Chinese Airline is forced to make an emergency landing due to extreme hail. In the military we say goodbye to a WW2 legend who passed away this week and a rare glimpse into the spec for the new Airforce One is offered. The first of our Farnborough Specials feature the handover of the A380 to HiFly and a guided tour inside. Get in touch with the show via podcast@planetalkinguk.com or seach social media for PlaneTalkingUK.
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Episode 226 - Farnborough 2018 LIVE!
22/07/2018 Duración: 01h07minJoin Carlos, Nev and Matt along with a whole plethora of extra special guests LIVE from the home of British Aviation. In today's episode we discuss one low cost carrier's continuing problems with Pilot Strikes, the usual legacy carrier celebrates their new 777 order and the Dutch government take a bold step by introducing an airport tax. Captain Al takes us on a tour of his favourite food vendors and we discuss dry cleaning options with the Prince of HarpJet. Join us if you can in the chatroom when we record the show live by going to https://www.youtube.com/c/planetalkinguk/live