On-Air with Dan and Alex

In this special episode, Alex kicks things off with a roundup of all the happenings at Dubai Airshow, the blockbuster aircraft orders, and more. The duo then take a deep dive into US air travel, and why it's quite unlike every other air travel market on Earth. Plus... insight on the world's most "secret" airline that's based out of Las Vegas. Just don't tell anyone about it.------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------Dubai Airshow Roundup EgyptAir plans to configure its A350s with 340 seats. This will eventually replace the carrier's current Boeing 777-300/ER configured with 346 seats.Ethiopian Airlines Orders Up to 98 Boeing 787 & 737 MAXairBaltic Orders Up to 50 Airbus A220Royal Jordanian Orders 4 More Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, Royal Air Maroc ordered two Emirates placed a huge aircraft order for 90 Boeing 777X airplanes, including 55 777-9 and 35 777-8 jets. The new order increases Emirates' 777X family backlog to 205 jets.Emirates is also buying five more 787 jets – growing its 787 backlog to 35 – (while converting 30 787-9s to 20 787-8 and 10 787-10 jets).FlyDubai (part of the Emirates group) has also ordered 30 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner jets — the aircraft will be the first long-haul, widebody jets to fly for the Emirati low-cost carrier.Almost 50% of all aircraft deliveries to Middle East airlines over the next 20 years will be long-haul widebody jets There is a long wait to get those bigger 777Xs, which won't enter service before 2025, fully five years late.This week, Philippine Airlines and EVA Air of Taiwan bought A350-1000s instead of waiting for the 777X to replace their older 777s.Boeing launched at the Dubai Air Show exactly 10 years ago with big orders from gold-plated airlines Qatar, Emirates of Dubai, Etihad of Abu Dhabi US Air Travel Deep diveBoeing 757s, Boeing 767sRolls Royce EnginesUS airlines flying older planesAirlines Retiring 747s Flying Low-Cost in the United StatesUS airline (never-ending) boarding groupsFlying First Class in the US Free Upgrades on US Carriers United, Delta, American Airlines Successful Legal Action Against AirlinesThe Secret US airline "Janet" and its missions in Area 51 

It's the 10th episode of On-Air, which means it's time for an exclusive airline CEO interview! In today's episode, Dan and Alex are joined by the CEO of Riyadh Air, one of the most talked about soon-to-launch airlines in the world. Tony Douglas, the aviation executive now leading the Saudi startup, makes his On-Air debut to take on all of the questions surrounding the launch of the future Gulf carrier, including onboard cabins, route network, and fleet... Dan, Alex & Tony will dive into what passengers can expect from the airline...and let's just say some of this may surprise you. Plus, analysis throughout, listener Q&A, and much, much more. ------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------A little background on Saudi Arabia in 2023What is Riyadh Air?Why is Saudi Arabia launching a new airline?When countries want to become aviation hubsExclusive Airline CEO Interview: Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh AirWhat does the day look like for the CEO of an airline that doesn't exist yet?Is Riyadh Air an airline focused on ‘transit' or ‘point-to-point?'Saudi Arabia as a destination Is the priority non-stop, long-haul flights? The Cristiano Ronaldo Effect Will Riyadh Air fly to Australia and serve the Kangaroo route?What will Business Class look like on Riyadh Air planes?New ‘Stunning' Riyadh Air cabin reveal Riyadh Air will not have cabin crew uniforms…(well, kind of) Sustainability and Tony Douglas Lie-Flat seats on Riyadh Air His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's involvement with Riyadh Air MBS' national agenda for SaudiQ&A: What are our thoughts on low-cost long-haul airlines?Q&A: Why are airlines still charging for Wi-Fi?Q&A: If I dress in formal attire, does it boost my chances for an upgrade to Business Class?Summary: Exclusive Airline CEO Interview: Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air

In this bumper episode, Alex & Dan put both the aviation world, and the actual world to rights. Dan suffers a Halloween nightmare as his national airline axes his route home to the US, Alex hits out at *another* Lufthansa airline brand, and the duo take us through the much-delayed Abu Dhabi airport finally opening this week. Also, their take on just about everything from children in business class, living in California or Australia, jeans on a long haul, chatty seat-mates, and Australian thongs. Fasten your seatbelt, it's time for another episode of On-Air…------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------Today's topics:* Autumnal weather (or fall) in one of the hottest region's on the Earth * Dan's Halloween Nightmare: SAS axes its recently launched New York route * The tough task of maintaining a long-thin route as an airline* Dan's next summer at a Trump Resort (not true)* Airlines lack of imagination when using the long-range A321neo jets* Abu Dhabi's new airport finally opens 6 years later than planned* Another Lufthansa Brand  * Lufthansa Allegris - where is it? * Where in the world we could see ourselves living* Life in Australia * Time zone chaos * Q&A: speaking to the industry * Q&A: Scared to bring kids into Business Class * Q&A: The rule of ‘miniatures' for hand luggage only trips * Q&A: Wearing jeans on a long haul? * Q&A: What should you wear when flying long haul?* Q&A: Can Economy Class genuinely be comfortable?* Travel hack: the aisle arm-rest  * Chatty Travellers * British, American, Aussie Slang* Australian Thongs (much more innocent than you think) * Until next week…(in multiple different languages) 

The aviation world was rocked by Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker's shock resignation, Dan & Alex dive into what happened, what's next, the new CEO, and what this means for the future of the airline widely considered the world's best. Plus, aviation hot topics include Air France's 'FrExit' of a major Paris airport, listener Q&A, and much more. ------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------- An 'Earthquake' in Aviation: The shock resignation of Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker - What Happened? Why? What next?  - Who is the new CEO of Qatar Airways, Badr Al Meer?- Global reaction to the Qatar Airways news- Air France To 'FreExit' from Paris Orly - Q&A: United's new boarding procedure (with a side of roasting the policy) Q&A: India's aviation future 

Alex & Dan discuss travelling to the wrong destinations that share the same name, take us behind the scenes of how to go shopping for a plane at Airbus and Boeing headquarters, the secrets world of cabin design (where everything is an option), plus the latest hot topics, including the airlines signing up for Elon Musk's Starlink Wifi, the return of international flights to Afghanistan, and the unique experience of flying alone at 8 years old. The first On-Air competition winner is also revealed, with more winners set to be announced in coming episodes… ------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------Our travels Alex's theory of the origins of Dan's “Nonstop” brand name Working in the media & public domain perceptions Flying to the wrong destinations Granada instead of Grenada, Santiago instead of Santiago Spontaneous capital cities test Travelling to the wrong city airport Hollywood movies A320 with an A380 cabin Sultan of Brunei shopping trip to Airbus HQHow to order a plane Designing your dream cabinAirlines hyping up “off the shelf” business class seats The airlines signing deals for Elon Musk's Starlink WiFi Flydubai returns to Afghanistan's Kabul airport gatewayFlying to high-risk areas when war breaks outQ&A: Your first ever flight aloneFlying British Airways 767s alone at 8 year old On-Air's first competition winner revealed 

Dan joins On-Air from Japan, and Alex from a state dining room set for 50. The duo discusses the latest in the world of aviation, including plenty on Dan's amazement at Air France-KLM swooping up SAS, the role of airline alliances as SAS looks to move from Star Alliance to Skyteam, the impact on air travel of the worsening Israel-Palestine conflict, as well as your questions on flying etiquette.------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------Dan's travels to JapanLuxury hotels and hospitality industry - are expensive hotels actually worth it?Alex's Formula 1 Race Weekend in Doha, QatarAir France-KLM to purchase 19% stake in SASEuropean airline consolidationAlliances and their roles in airline routes + operationsAirlines respond to Israel-Palestine escalationsSleeping on daytime flights - what's up with it?!Airplane etiquette: window shades, recline, deplaning in order, gate lice, someone wanting to switch seats

Dan's surrounded by incredible Thai food in Thailand while discussing this week's air travel hot topics with Alex, including the savings lighter-weight passengers could bring airlines. Airlines have had to take action as there are now thieves on planes (to add to your list of concerns) and the duo dive into the debate on airlines hiring based on looks, safety concerns when traveling, the EU taking action on hand luggage, and much more!------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------Food on our travels - can you get tired of your favorite food?Giveaway if you leave a reviewThe key to avoiding jet lagTheft on planes - how to keep your things safeSafety concerns when traveling Airport lounges - are they safe?Hiring crew based on their appearance rather than skillLighter-weight Passengers could help airlines save millionsEU set to take action on hand luggage feesQ&A: will TAP be taken over by IAG? What is the future of airline consolidation in Europe?Q&A: Japan Airlines new cabins

Alex has spent the week in Hollywood, embracing his inner Angeleno having flown to LAX on one of the longest flights in the world. Dan is still eye-rolling 7 days later having heard all about it. Elsewhere, Trump has trashed Boeing, Airline CEOs want the UK to pay theirs bill for the very British air traffic failure, there are fake jet engine parts being found on passenger jets, and Delta blew up its frequent flyer program. This, and much, much more!LET MAGIC PLAN YOUR NEXT TRIP FOR FREE: https://www.magictravel.ai/?r=onair------------------------Send us your questions, topics or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------* Alex's ultra-long-haul travels to Hollywood * Los Angeles in September * Can we trust airline award ratings? * The risk of drinking tap water onboard * Global airlines plot to make UK air traffic provider pay a $120 million bill following the ATC failure * Special: Magic AI Travel Planner* Donald Trump Slams Boeing, hits out at “ugly, slow 737 MAX” * Should Boeing have updated the 757?* Fake jet engine parts scandal * Nervous passengers & lack of control* Q&A: Delta Skymiles frequent flyer blow up * Q&A: Why is air travel so expensive thees days?* Q&A: Empty rows on flights - should you move?* Q&A: A380s at slot constraint airports

Dan's relationship with Europe's Worst Airport goes from bad to worse, while Alex shares his secret hack to bringing extra luggage into aircraft cabins. Plus, the horrifying CCTV footage of airport security thieves, an extraordinary Russian A320 field landing, tracking celeb (or government minister) jets, and much more. Sit back with a bottle of Lufthansa Almond Milk and enjoy the ride…Send us your questions, topics or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.comToday's topics:00:00 Onboard plant-based milk alternatives02:27 Russian flights to Turkey07:33 Bringing laptops on trips?09:33 Airport security thieves caught on camera at Miami Airport13:50 Airbus larger cabin overhead lockers18:22 Extra hand luggage hack21:15 Discussing what is the worst airport in Europe?31:47 An update on the Qantas CEO fighting with Qatar Airways over additional slots at Australian airports33:35 Tracking celebrity (or government minister) jets36:40 Airlines fined for false ads about being "green" - United's ridiculous "trash officer"43:00 Why do some airports close or stay open at night?47:28 Who are our aviation idols?53:30 Long-haul on narrow-body aircraft - avoid it?

Alex is back from Montreal, and Dan from a flight with drunks & a baby in need of a change. He's taken to the beach now to recover. Also in the episode, a look at recent airspace chaos, Qantas-Qatar drama, and our hosts answer your questions in this week's Q&A. Warning: a Gothenburg trauma is surfaced from the start and throughout…Send us your questions, topics or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com

It's been seven days since last week's On-Air episode, and Dan & Alex are still waiting for the new Qantas safety video to finish playing. All the talk from down under, plus, an almost total Finnair shutdown ahead, geopolitics + airspace wars, getting paid EU261 every time, extended Q&A, and attempts at Aussie accents along the way. It can only be… On-Air!------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------- Qantas Bizarre Safety Vid- Finnair Shutdown- Airspace Wars and Geopolitics- EU261 Compensation- Extended Q&A- On-Air Episode Recap- Aviation Safety Videos- Geopolitical Implications on global air travel - British Airways and EU261- Q&A Session- ⁠UFOs and the threat to commercial aviation

Welcome to the inaugural episode of On-Air with Dan and Alex. Today we introduce ourselves, share how we met, and what you can expect from this podcast. We also discuss why airlines are so profitable in 2023, the evolution of airline products and our onboard preferences.Send us your questions, topics or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com

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In a mega, going-global episode, Dan & Alex discuss: Air India drama & diversion; Indigo and its fleet of grounded jets; Airbus engine issues; EgyptAir return all A220s; Royal Jordanian taking delivery of first E195-E2 jets; Oman Air shrinking; Emirates President blasts the ‘decline' of Boeing; NSTB finds ‘bolts were missing' on Alaska Airlines 737 MAX that suffered mid-air blowout; United want crew to be friendlier & offer better service; Finnair to begin weighing passengers; is World War 3 ahead?; Poland warns airlines of military action in its airspace; Plus a Q&A: including why air bridges have HSBC; must-haves for onboard comfort; Taylor Swift and her private jet; Potential growth strategies for North African airlines; Will we fly supersonic with ‘Boom Aero' any time soon?; Oh, and an airline version of ‘would you rather;' and much more! It's Wednesday, and it's time for On-Air! ------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------1. Air India Drama2. Indigo's Grounded Jets3. Airbus Engine Issues4. EgyptAir's A220 Returns5. Royal Jordanian's E195-E2 Delivery6. Oman Air Shrinking Fleet7. Emirates President Criticizes Boeing8. Alaska Airlines 737 MAX Blowout Investigation9. United's Friendlier Crew Initiative10. Finnair Weighing Passengers11. World War 3 Speculation12. Poland's Airspace Warning13. Air Bridges with HSBC14. Onboard Comfort Must-haves15. Taylor Swift's Private Jet16. North African Airlines Growth Strategies17. Supersonic Flight with Boom Aero18. Airline Version of 'Would You Rather'19. Going-global Episode Discussion20. Crew Service Improvement Efforts21. Passengers' Weighing Process22. Market Analysis of Airline Industry23. Innovations in Passenger Experience24. Safety Regulations Compliance25. Financial Performance of Airlines26. Environmental Impact of Aviation27. Future Outlook for Air Travel28. Emirates' Fleet Expansion Plans29. United's Customer Satisfaction Goals30. EgyptAir's Fleet Management Strategy31. Airbus vs. Boeing Competition32. Finnair's Passenger Comfort Initiatives33. Taylor Swift's Travel Preferences34. North African Airspace Regulations35. Boom Aero's Supersonic Technology36. Crew Training for Friendlier Service37. Passengers' Comfort Preferences38. Airline Investment Strategies39. Poland's Military Action Warning40. Challenges in Airline Operations41. Strategies for Sustainable Aviation42. Emirates' Market Expansion Tactics43. United's Crew Training Programs44. Airbus Engine Maintenance Protocols45. Boeing's Response to Criticism46. Finnair's Passenger Weight Policy47. Taylor Swift's Flight Routes48. North African Alliances in Aviation49. Boom Aero's Future Market Potential50. Episode Recap and Highlights51. Crew Friendliness Assessment Criteria52. Passenger Comfort Ratings53. Airline Industry Trends Analysis54. Environmental Sustainability Measures55. Financial Performance Evaluation56. Emirates' Fleet Modernization Plan57. United's Service Improvement Initiatives58. EgyptAir's Fleet Optimization Strategy59. Airbus and Boeing Market Share Analysis60. Finnair's Passenger Weighing Process61. Taylor Swift's Luxury Travel Preferences62. North African Aviation Market Growth63. Boom Aero's Supersonic Flight Timeline64. Episode Recap and Discussion Points65. Crew Training for Enhanced Service66. Passenger Comfort Enhancement Strategies67. Airline Industry Regulation Analysis68. Environmental Impact Reduction Efforts69. Financial Performance Forecasting70. Emirates' Fleet Expansion Strategies71. United's Customer Service Enhancement Plans72. EgyptAir's Fleet Renewal Initiatives73. Airbus and Boeing Innovation Comparison74. Finnair's Passenger Comfort Enhancements75. Taylor Swift's Private Jet Features76. North African Aviation Alliances77. Boom Aero's Market Penetration Strategies78. Episode Key Takeaways79. Crew Training for Improved Hospitality80. Passenger Comfort Amenities Assessment81. Airline Industry Regulatory Compliance82. Environmental Sustainability Policies83. Financial Performance Analysis84. Emirates' Fleet Growth Objectives85. United's Service Quality Improvement Initiatives86. EgyptAir's Fleet Modernization Approach87. Airbus and Boeing Product Development88. Finnair's Passenger Weight Management Policy89. Taylor Swift's Air Travel Preferences90. North African Aviation Market Expansion91. Boom Aero's Supersonic Aircraft Deployment Plans92. Episode Recap and Conclusion93. Crew Training for Enhanced Customer Experience94. Passenger Comfort Satisfaction Metrics95. Airline Industry Regulatory Framework96. Environmental Impact Mitigation Strategies97. Financial Performance Evaluation Criteria98. Emirates' Fleet Expansion Objectives99. United's Service Excellence Goals100. EgyptAir's Fleet Optimization Objectives

Dan tells all about his vintage 747 flight back from a friend's wedding in Singapore, and Alex updates us on the US courts stopping a JetBlue and Spirit merger. The duo also explores if 'line cutting' is ever acceptable. Plus; Turkish Airlines will fly to Australia, a passenger successfully spots loose screws on a Virgin Atlantic jet, power-tripping airport staff, the low-cost long haul scene, and more. Fasten your seatbelts, it's time for another episode of On-Air! ------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------- Dan's vintage 747 flight from a friend's wedding in Singapore- US courts stopping a JetBlue and Spirit merger- Exploring the ethics of 'line cutting'- Turkish Airlines announcing flights to Australia- Passenger spotting loose screws on a Virgin Atlantic jet- Power-tripping airport staff- The low-cost long-haul aviation scene- New air travel updates, discussed 'On-Air' 

In this week's bumper episode, the duo discuss everything from Boeing's weird apology; the risks of vacationing in the middle of the ocean; passenger punching pilot over fog delay; Maldivian want a 787; Dangerous Johannesburg layovers; and answer a whole load of your questions - including the doomed economics of ‘all business class', trains over planes, and much, much more!------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------Boeing's Weird ApologyBusiness Class FlightsPassenger Punches PilotFog DelayMaldivian and 787Ocean Vacation RisksJohannesburg LayoversAll Business Class EconomicsTrains Over PlanesBumper EpisodeQuestions Answered

It's a new year, and On-Air with Dan & Alex is back! In this week's episode, the duo discusses the latest in the Boeing 737 MAX crisis, the global ramifications, Japan and the A350 evacuation, British Airways and a “Thank You Festival”, Swedish cinnamon rolls, inflatables in business class, Q&A and much more. ------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------- Happy New Year from Dan & Alex- Festive period travels & stories - 737 MAX makes headlines globally (again) - FAA grounds fleet of Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets with plugged exit doors following a rapid decompression incident. - Boeing faces fresh reputation damage to new 737 MAX jet  - Ryanair's 737 MAX 8200- Airbus A350 incident in Japan - Japan Airlines' evacuation of almost 400 people onboard an A350 - Airline passenger awareness of safety protocols - Are fun safety videos leading to passengers missing crucial safety instructions?- British Airways and Thank You Fest - Q&A

We're breaking in with an emergency podcast episode to discuss the Alaska Airlines 737 MAX incident that saw part of the aircraft fuselage (a deactivated emergency exit door) tear away from the cabin just moments after take off. The explosive decompression could have yet more global ramifications for Boeing and its troubled 737 MAX jets. Dan & Alex discuss the latest... ------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------- US carrier Alaska Airlines grounds its fleet of Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets following a rapid decompression incident amid the loss of a cabin exit door & interior sidewall while airborne- The rear mid-cabin exit door (which is deactivated on Alaska's configuration and appears to passengers as just another part of the cabin wall) ‘blew out' from the Alaska 737 MAX just minutes after take off from Portland.- Boeing says "We are aware of the incident involving Alaska Airlines Flight #AS1282. We are working to gather more information and are in contact with our airline customer. A Boeing technical team stands ready to support the investigation" - Boeing faces fresh reputation damage to new 737 MAX jet 

It's the festive, end-of-year episode of On-Air with Dan & Alex! In this special episode, the duo discuss flying home for Christmas; and the Japan Airlines A350 delivery; reflect on what's happened this year in aviation; and play a game or two (and you're invited to join in)! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2024 from Dan & Alex!------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------Flying home for Christmas Japan Airlines A350Toulouse Airbus Headquarters Maldives to Sweden Gothenburg British Airways and Heathrow Airport Christmas A-Z Airlines Quiz Quiz of the Year

Alex has flown to Airbus HQ in Toulouse, while Dan joins us from a sun lounger in The Maldives. The duo discuss Japan Airlines' new A350-1000; the shocking case of an airline passenger who flew to LA with no passport, ticket, or trace; what happened when a US homeland secuirty algorithm canceled Alex's visa, Dan's immigration interrogation in New York, a bumper Q&A, competition winner, and much more. Fasten your seatbelts, it's time for another episode of On-Air! ------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------- Dan is in the Maldives- Alex is at Airbus HQ in Toulouse - The White Lotus (Series) - Toulouse to Doha Direct Flights- Airbus and ATR- Delivering an aircraft to an airline- Japan Airlines new A350-1000- Japan Airlines new First Class - The man who flew Scandinavian Airlines from Copenhagen to LA with no passport, no visa, no flight ticket - Sweden, they do love you really. - Scandinavian Airlines service- The weather in the Maldives - US homeland security algorithm cancelling Alex's visa back in 2016- Boeing, Homeland Security, the State Department, and Alex- The US "ESTA" visa waiver - Dan detained in the US on suspicion of fleeing his "home" - Human trafficking and air travel - Air France and human trafficking - Q&A: Do cabin crew know how we paid for our seats?- Q&A: Do you use public USB ports/Wi-Fi given the secuirty risks?- Q&A: European A321 on mid/long haul routes?- Q&A: What job roles/proffessions will airlines need in the future?- Q&A: Why has Emirates not returned flights to Doha?- The winner of this week's competition 

As one major US airline makes headline news announcing its move to takeover its rival US carrier, Dan and Alex discuss what the impact will be for passengers around the world. Plus, it's already December, and the duo dive into travelling during the festive period; snowstorms closing European airports, Disneyland, Delta trading cards, Premium Economy, and much more. ------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------- It's December!- Ultra-long haul vs stopovers - Alaska Airlines to buy Hawaiian Airlines – what now?!- Hawaiian Airlines' strong brand- JetBlue and Spirit tie-up in the US courts- Airline consolidation: good or bad for us?- Snowstorm closes European airport hubs.- Is Heathrow the airport of Christmas?- Advice for the upcoming festive season- Delta trading cards - Dan has never been to Disney (WTF?)- Social media - Q&A: Decarbonising aviation – will carbon offsets work?- Q&A: Premium Economy over Business Class during a daytime flight?- Q&A: Bringing gifts for the crew?

In this week's episode, Dan has been detained in Kenya (we are not kidding) and he's finally ready to share his jail time experience, Alex has flown to London on an A380, Saudi Arabia has purchased a 10% stake in Heathrow, Virgin Atlantic flew a 787 across the Atlantic powered entirely by a blend cooking oil and synthetic kerosene, Russia's aviation sector has collapsed according to a Ukrainian hack, Q&A, and much more. Buckle up, it's time for a new episode of On-Air!------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------- Alex's travels to London- The Crown (Netflix) - What on EARTH Happened to Dan in Kenya?- Nonstop Dan becomes Detained Dan- Aviation personnel making up rules - Gliding through airports (literally) - Saudi Purchase 10% Stake in Heathrow Airport- Virgin Atlantic becomes the first transatlantic flight powered by 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel- Sustainable aviation fuel vs Ordinary jet fuel - Dan flying on ancient planes - Tanzania incidents - Cold pressed juices onboard - Ukraine claims Russian aviation ‘on the verge of collapse' due to sanctions, Ukraine announces after a successful hack- Russia servicing planes in Iran- Q&A: Luggage scales with different results - Q&A: Watching the safety video?- Q&A: How do airlines protect from high oil prices?

This week, Alex & Dan reunite in person for the first time in 3 years thanks to a whole load of flight drama that had Dan suddenly arrive on Alex's doorstep in Qatar. You're going to want to hear what happend! Plus: Etihad has decided it wants to leave life in the shadows to once again take on its Gulf neighbors; a 787 landed in Antarctica; a bumper Q&A with in-depth insights on an A350 + Rolls Royce situation that Thai Airways & Emirates are slamming; and much more!------------------------Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com------------------------- Alex & Dan's Last Minute Reunion in Qatar thanks to another cancelled BA flight for Dan – you're going to want to hear how this happened!  - Is Exceptional 5* Service In Hospitality Becoming Less Common?- Finnair's high service standard compared with other airlines in the region- Norse Atlantic becomes first to fly a 787 Dreamliner to Antarctica - Etihad Airways has suddenly decided to grow again, revealing hugely ambitious passenger growth plans…but are the ambitions lacking any real strategy? - Q&A: Rolls Royce issues with the A350-1000? Thai Airways has complaints.- Q&A: Airline uniforms that allow crew to wear sneakers/trainers- Q&A: Stuck with airline vouchers when wanting a refund instead- Q&A: Why do I sometimes clear security during transit, and other times it's not a requirement?  - Q&A: LATAM and other airlines showcasing destinations in their safety video