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The 738th of a series of weekly radio programmes created by :zoviet*france: First broadcast 29 August 2026 by CJMP 90.1 FM Thanks to the artists, sound designer and sound recordist included here for their fine work. track list 00 [anonymous] - Intro 01 White - Closet Star 02 HAL9K - Valve 03 Ausgesuchtestenohren - Stem Bass-Drones Miniature 04 Sevenism - Eris 05 Pixyblink - Pariah 06 [unknown sound designer / Hanna-Barbera] - Stretch, Cartoon – Plastic Man Stretch, Forward; Plastic Man Stretch, Reverse; Stretch and Hit; Stretch and Hit; Stretch and Hit; Bork Stretch 07 Richard Gould - GlassScrape7 08 [unknown sound recordist / BBC] - Warfare – Anti Tank – 84mm Medium Anti Tank Weapon: 2 Rounds High Explosive (Close) 09 Freetousesounds - Aircraft, Bathroom Interior, Room Tone, Air System, Very Low Rumble, Toilet Flush, Airbus 380, 9624, 06 10 99Sounds - Rain-Traffic-06 11 Autonomaton - Newborn Integrated Circuit Learns the Speech AU 12 Forster - Live at Ohm – Part 1 13 Paul Beaudoin - Ein kleines Klangportrait 14 Monosounds - Hats – 017 15 Ben Ponton - Morning Birds, Athelstaneford Primary School, 8 February 2020 16 Rhins - Self Interrupted 17 Jochem Paap - Flm ++ [anonymous] - Outro
In this sponsor spotlight, Jon Herold welcomes Nelson McIlveen, the injection molder turned water evangelist behind Century H2O. Nelson's origin story is a wild one. He spent decades running factories and building plastic parts for Boeing, Airbus, fighter jets, and yes, the palm-leaf covers on Southwest cell towers, then made a fortune assembling reverse osmosis systems before deciding the water they produced was, in his words, poison. From there he pivots to oxygen, industrial scale management, and a personal health story involving climbing PSA levels that he credits his own filtration system with reversing. It is part manufacturing memoir, part water science pitch, and part Badlands sponsor rundown, complete with a claim that even your cat will notice the difference. Take the health talk with a grain of salt, but Nelson's enthusiasm is hard to miss. Jon just had the system installed and promises to report back. Where to buy and the promo code get covered at the end.
Daniel Mahncke and Shawn O'Malley take a deep dive into Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR), the data and AI platform behind everything from battlefield targeting systems to Airbus's A350 production line, with customers including the U.S. Army, the NHS, Ferrari, and Airbus. Palantir is growing revenue at over 90%, with net dollar retention at 157% and adjusted operating margins above 60% — a Rule of 40 score of 155%, roughly double what the best software companies in the world achieve. It also trades at around 60 times sales, which is why The Economist called it possibly the most overvalued firm of all time. Daniel and Shawn discuss whether the ontology layer is a sustainable moat now that Microsoft and Google have launched competing products, what Alex Karp and Peter Thiel's politics mean for a company selling to Western governments, and why twenty years of losses turned into the fastest-accelerating software business on the market. In the end, Daniel values the business and decides whether PLTR deserves a spot in The Intrinsic Value Portfolio. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: (00:00:00) Intro (00:02:29) How Palantir's Ontology actually works (00:16:26) How AI turned around Palantir's business (00:20:59) Why Palantir has the best margins in the industry (00:34:22) Why no one seems to be able to copy Palantir's Ontology (00:38:01) How Palantir grows its customer base (01:07:36) Palantir's valuation discussion (01:11:37) How much Palantir stock is actually worth (01:12:52) Whether PLTR will be added to The Intrinsic Value Portfolio Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Join the exclusive The Intrinsic Value Mastermind Community. Track The Intrinsic Value Portfolio. Learn more about how to join us in NYC for our Intrinsic Value Conference. Portfolio Review Submit Tool. Satish Terala's AI Masterclass. Future Investing's Interview with a Palantir FDE. Check out our previous Intrinsic Value breakdowns: Constellation Software, Dell, Alphabet, Constellation Software Spinoffs. Related books mentioned in the podcast. Ad-free episodes on our Premium Feed. NEW TO THE SHOW? Get smarter about valuing businesses through The Intrinsic Value Newsletter. Check out The Investor's Podcast Starter Packs. Follow our official social media accounts: X | LinkedIn | Facebook. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance. Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts. SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: Fiscal.AI References to any third-party products, services, or advertisers do not constitute endorsements, and The Investor's Podcast Network is not responsible for any claims made by them. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm
Daniel Mahncke and Shawn O'Malley take a deep dive into Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR), the data and AI platform behind everything from battlefield targeting systems to Airbus's A350 production line, with customers including the U.S. Army, the NHS, Ferrari, and Airbus. Palantir is growing revenue at over 90%, with net dollar retention at 157% and adjusted operating margins above 60% — a Rule of 40 score of 155%, roughly double what the best software companies in the world achieve. It also trades at around 60 times sales, which is why The Economist called it possibly the most overvalued firm of all time. Daniel and Shawn discuss whether the ontology layer is a sustainable moat now that Microsoft and Google have launched competing products, what Alex Karp and Peter Thiel's politics mean for a company selling to Western governments, and why twenty years of losses turned into the fastest-accelerating software business on the market. In the end, Daniel values the business and decides whether PLTR deserves a spot in The Intrinsic Value Portfolio. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: (00:00:00) Intro (00:02:29) How Palantir's Ontology actually works (00:16:26) How AI turned around Palantir's business (00:20:59) Why Palantir has the best margins in the industry (00:34:22) Why no one seems to be able to copy Palantir's Ontology (00:38:01) How Palantir grows its customer base (01:07:36) Palantir's valuation discussion (01:11:37) How much Palantir stock is actually worth (01:12:52) Whether PLTR will be added to The Intrinsic Value Portfolio Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Join the exclusive The Intrinsic Value Mastermind Community. Track The Intrinsic Value Portfolio. Learn more about how to join us in NYC for our Intrinsic Value Conference. Portfolio Review Submit Tool. Satish Terala's AI Masterclass. Future Investing's Interview with a Palantir FDE. Check out our previous Intrinsic Value breakdowns: Constellation Software, Dell, Alphabet, Constellation Software Spinoffs. Related books mentioned in the podcast. Ad-free episodes on our Premium Feed. NEW TO THE SHOW? Get smarter about valuing businesses through The Intrinsic Value Newsletter. Check out The Investor's Podcast Starter Packs. Follow our official social media accounts: X | LinkedIn | Facebook. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance. Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts. SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: Scribe Plus500 Netsuite Plaud References to any third-party products, services, or advertisers do not constitute endorsements, and The Investor's Podcast Network is not responsible for any claims made by them. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm
Welcome back to the Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Valor Plus. We're glad you're with us, because today we're pulling back the curtain on one of our favorite projects of the year—the 2026 Blades of Valor Tour through Florida.For this special episode, we've brought together the entire team that made the tour possible. Joining us are editor-at-large and photographer Brent Bundy; photographer and videographer Scott Kellerman; my co-host, Jon Gray; and I'm Jack Schonely. Together, we travelled across the Sunshine State, visiting four outstanding aviation units to capture their stories through photography, print, video, and, of course, the Hangar Z Podcast.Today, we're taking you behind the scenes to share what it really takes to produce a project like this. We'll talk about the incredible cooperation and hospitality we received from all four aviation units, the detailed planning and safety considerations behind coordinating air-to-air photo shoots, an unforgettable airboat ride through the Florida Everglades, and a few stories about the late nights—and plenty of laughs—we shared while staying together at a Vrbo in Clearwater.If you've ever wondered what goes into creating the content you see in Vertical Valor magazine, on Hangar Z, and across our social media platforms, this episode is for you. So sit back, buckle up, and join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the 2026 Blades of Valor Tour.To see the 2026 Blades of Valor Road Tour videos, check out these links:- Highlights from the 2026 Blades of Valor Road Tour w/ The Hangar Z Podcast- Blades of Valor - Leonardo AW139 – An in-flight podcast w/ Miami-Dade Fire Captain Jason Vanbuskirk- Helicopter Walkaround: Palm Beach County Sheriff's Bell 429 | 2026 Blades of Valor Road Tour- Helicopter Walkaround: U.S. Coast Guard's MH-60T Jayhawk | 2026 Blades of Valor Road Tour- The Crew Behind Palm Beach Sheriff's Law Enforcement Helicopter Ops | 2026 Blades of Valor Road Tour- Helicopter Walkaround: Broward Sheriff Office's Airbus H125 | 2026 Blades of Valor Roar TourThank you to our sponsors Airbus, CNC Technologies and SHOTOVER.
Vendre du plaisir sans jamais prononcer le mot “sexe”.C'est la règle que Patrick Pruvot s'impose depuis le début.Il ne parle pas de sex-shop ou d'érotisme mais de bien-être intime et de développement durable du couple.Pourtant, rien ne le destinait à l'entrepreneuriat et encore moins dans cet univers.Ancien publicitaire chez Publicis, vers 40 ans, son divorce le force à emménager rue Saint-Denis, au-dessus d'un sex-shop, le Pussy Club.Chaque jour, il passe devant les sex-shops du quartier, observe et repère ce qui pour lui est une aberration marketing. Toutes ces boutiques mélangent deux univers opposés : la pornographie et l'érotisme.Son idée est simple : isoler la partie “noble” pour la rendre fréquentable, "moralement accessible".La sortir des rues sombres pour la coller entre Zara et H&M.Mais personne ne veut de lui : neuf banques sur dix refusent de lui ouvrir un compte, les bailleurs ne signent pas, les investisseurs tournent le dos.Malgré tout ça, Patrick contourne chaque épreuve.20 ans plus tard, Passage du Désir, c'est 25 boutiques en France, près de 35 millions d'euros de chiffre d'affaires, et une première adresse à l'étranger, avec une ambition : exporter l'amour à la française.Mais il ne se contente pas de revendre les marques des autres.Passage du Désir sort un nouveau produit tous les trois jours, uniquement disponible sur son site et dans ses boutiques.Patrick déroule les coulisses d'un commerce que personne n'osait rendre grand public :Pourquoi s'interdire les mots “sexe” et “érotisme” a construit toute la marqueComment banaliser un produit que tout le monde perçoit de façon négativeCombien coûte vraiment l'ouverture d'une boutique, et l'erreur qui tue un lancementL'importance des boutiques pour le retail en ligneL'art de négocier en ChineUne leçon de retail dans le secteur le plus tabou de France. Par celui qui l'a rendu fréquentable.Vous pouvez contacter Patrick sur Linkedin.TIMELINE:00:00:00 - Vendre du plaisir sans prononcer le mot sexe00:12:00 - Où s'arrête l'éthique des banques ?00:21:18 - Créer une gamme pour faire tomber les tabous masculins00:30:57 - Fixer des normes que la loi n'impose pas00:37:42 - Combien ça coûte d'ouvrir une boutique ?00:44:05 - Ouvrir des boutiques pour vendre en ligne00:53:29 - Transformer ses points de vente en attraction01:07:08 - Vendre la French Touch romantique01:16:16 - Lancer un nouveau produit tous les 3 jours01:22:34 - « En France on sait faire un Airbus, pas un sextoy »01:33:08 - L'art de la négociation Chinoise01:38:30 - Le produit qui fidélise autant qu'une marque de cigarette01:48:11 - Les meilleurs jouets à offrirLes anciens épisodes de GDIY mentionnés : #510 - Carole Benaroya - Kujten - La reine du cachemire#405 - Nicolas Santi-Weil - Ami Paris & The Kooples - "Si tu n'arrives pas à en faire un client fais-en un ami"#208 - Marie Comacle - Puissante - Faire vibrer le corps des femmesNous avons parlé de :DNVB et ONVB : les nouveaux modèles de croissance ?Plug Donald TrumpLELO: La Marque Leader Des Accessoires et Produits IntimesClick and Mortar : Définition et guide completModèle « Click and mortar » : définition et avantages pour les entreprises en FranceComment la Chine est devenue imbattable ?Un grand MERCI à nos sponsors : Squarespace : https://squarespace.com/doitQonto: https://qonto.com/r/2i7tk9 Brevo: brevo.com/doit eToro: https://bit.ly/3GTSh0k Payfit: payfit.com Club Med : clubmed.frCuure : https://cuure.com/product-onely (code DOIT)Vous pouvez retrouver la liste de tout le matériel utilisé pour enregistrer nos épisodes sur cette page.Vous souhaitez sponsoriser Génération Do It Yourself ou nous proposer un partenariat ?Contactez mon label Orso Media via ce formulaire.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
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Boeing is back in the spotlight following the release of Netflix's new documentary Freefall: A Reckoning for Boeing. But beyond the safety failures and scandals, there's another important story: how does Boeing actually work as a business?In this episode of the Market Maker Podcast, we break down the economics behind one of the world's most important companies. How does Boeing make money? Why can selling aircraft be loss-making while servicing them generates huge margins? Why is its $700bn+ order backlog so important? And how have Boeing and Airbus ended up controlling more than 90% of the commercial aircraft market?We also explore the decisions that changed Boeing: the McDonnell Douglas merger, the shift from engineering excellence towards shareholder returns, billions spent on share buybacks, the development of the 737 MAX and the financial consequences that followed.If the Netflix documentary tells the story of what happened at Boeing, this episode helps explain the business behind it and why the decisions made decades ago still matter today.(00:00) The Business of Boeing(01:32) How Boeing Became an Icon(05:29) How Boeing Makes Money(11:33) Boeing's Hidden Profit Engine(16:06) The Accounting Behind Boeing(21:43) Boeing's $55bn Debt Problem(26:24) Boeing vs Airbus(29:45) Can China Break the Duopoly?(33:16) When Boeing's Culture Changed(38:18) The 737 MAX Disaster(41:52) Boeing After the Crisis(43:43) Boeing Today
In der heutigen Folge sprechen die Finanzjournalisten Nando Sommerfeldt und Holger Zschäpitz über das Aschenbrenner-Paradoxon, die Zeitenwende bei Geely und eine AAA-Idee, die keine Auto-Aktie ist. Außerdem geht es um S&P Global, Sandisk, Micron Technology, Bloom Energy, TSMC, Nebius Group, CoreWeave, STMicroelectronics, Applied Digital, Riot Platforms, SharonAI Holdings, ServiceNow, Autodesk, Adobe, Elastic, Shopify, Workday, Quantum Computing, Ondas Holdings, indie Semiconductor, SoundHound AI, Centrus Energy, SpaceX, Nvidia, OHB, Airbus, Geely Automobile Holdings, Strategy, Tesla, Home Depot, Baidu, Klarna, Xiaomi, Pony AI, Keysight Technologies, SK Hynix, Intel, Redeia, Schroders, Daimler Truck, Mercedes-Benz Group, Porsche AG, Global X Data Center REITs & Digital Infrastructure (WKN: A2QPB0), First Trust Nasdaq Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure (WKN: A3DGK5), Global X European Infrastructure Development (WKN: A40E7B), iShares Global Infrastructure (WKN: A0LEW9), BNP Paribas Easy ECPI Global ESG Infrastructure (WKN: A3EWYS), SPDR Morningstar Multi-Asset Global Infrastructure (WKN: A12EAR). Wir freuen uns an Feedback über aaa@welt.de. Noch mehr "Alles auf Aktien" findet Ihr bei WELTplus und Apple Podcasts – inklusive aller Artikel der Hosts. Hier bei WELT: https://www.welt.de/podcasts/alles-auf-aktien/plus247399208/Boersen-Podcast-AAA-Bonus-Folgen-Jede-Woche-noch-mehr-Antworten-auf-Eure-Boersen-Fragen.html. Hier könnt ihr den AAA-Newsletter abonnieren: https://www.welt.de/newsletter/article232797673/Alles-auf-Aktien-Der-taegliche-Boersen-Newsletter-fuer-WELTplus-Abonnenten.html Und – ganz neu: AAA gibt es jetzt auch auf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alles_auf_aktien/ Disclaimer: Die im Podcast besprochenen Aktien und Fonds stellen keine spezifischen Kauf- oder Anlage-Empfehlungen dar. Die Moderatoren und der Verlag haften nicht für etwaige Verluste, die aufgrund der Umsetzung der Gedanken oder Ideen entstehen. Hörtipps: Für alle, die noch mehr wissen wollen: Holger Zschäpitz können Sie jede Woche im Finanz- und Wirtschaftspodcast "Deffner&Zschäpitz" hören. +++ Werbung +++ Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte! https://linktr.ee/alles_auf_aktien Impressum: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Datenschutz: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html
Our indie music submission form is fixed -- bobcesca.com/music. Karoline Leavitt is resigning, so let the speculation begin! Who were the decoys during Donald's Air Force One switcheroo? Let's talk about Hal Sparks's theory. CIA had doubts about the threat. What Donald Trump said about the Iran War two months ago. Donald is spending more than a billion dollars on his vanity projects. But why is he so obsessed with them? Dick Cheney's former doctor on Donald's health issues. Democrats demand answers from Donald about chaos trades. Good news about renewable energy. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Our New Autumn, The Dye, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our sponsors and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob and bollandbranch.com/bob!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How do global companies protect their profits when exchange rates move against them?In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we break down foreign exchange (FX) risk and how multinational companies manage currency exposure before it disrupts cash flow, earnings, and long-term competitiveness. Using real-world examples from Coca-Cola, Airbus, and Procter & Gamble, we explore how corporate treasury teams turn unpredictable currency movements into a more manageable financial risk.You'll learn the difference between transaction, translation, and economic exposure, and why each requires a different approach to risk management. We also explore how companies use centralized treasury functions, natural hedges, forward contracts, and layered hedging strategies to reduce volatility without turning treasury into a speculative trading operation.
The Los Angeles Lakers are to be sold for a reported record-breaking $12.5bn to American businessman Josh Kushner and former Disney chief executive Bob Iger. We hear from a former insider on what this means for one of the world's biggest sports brands. Elsewhere as Colombia recovers from a devastating earthquake, we hear about recovery efforts and the impact on its economy. Also, with less than a week to go before Donald Trump's latest tariff deadline we hear from one business on what measures they are planning to take to keep trading. And, a new jet, being billed as China's answer to Boeing or Airbus is made its first international commercial flight. What does this mean for the nation?PHOTO CREDIT: REUTERS/Mike Segar
Airbus hat mit dem A350-1000ULR einen Weltrekord gebrochen. 24 Stunden und 24 Minuten war das Flugzeug auf dem Weg von Melbourne nach Toulouse in der Luft. Länger war noch kein modernes Verkehrsflugzeug nonstop unterwegs. zu YouTube: https://youtu.be/4O8KA97CQ1g
VOV1 - Một loạt dấu hiệu bất thường đang được hé lộ sau sự cố một máy bay của hãng hàng không Ấn Độ Air India bất ngờ mất độ cao gần 100 mét trên hành trình từ Phuket, Thái Lan đến New Delhi, Ấn Độ, khiến 17 người bị thương.Chiếc máy bay Airbus A320 mang số hiệu AI2379 gặp sự cố ngày 4/8, khoảng hai tiếng rưỡi sau khi cất cánh từ Phuket, Thái Lan. Khi đang bay ở độ cao khoảng 11.000 mét, máy bay bất ngờ mất khoảng 100 mét độ cao, sau đó ổn định trở lại và tiếp tục hành trình, hạ cánh an toàn tại Niu Đê-li. Máy bay chở 137 hành khách và 8 thành viên phi hành đoàn. Sự cố khiến ít nhất 17 người bị thương. Tổng cục Hàng không Dân dụng Ấn Độ (DGCA) đã xếp vụ việc vào diện “sự cố nghiêm trọng” và giao Cơ quan Điều tra Tai nạn Hàng không (AAIB) tiến hành điều tra toàn diện.Theo truyền thông Ấn Độ, những thông tin mới nhất cho thấy sự cố có thể không đơn thuần là do nhiễu động không khí. Dẫn nguồn điều tra, các hãng tin Ấn Độ cho biết, chế độ lái tự động của máy bay đã bị ngắt, buộc phi công phải chuyển sang điều khiển bằng tay. Đáng chú ý, máy bay được cho là gặp nhiều trục trặc ở hệ thống thủy lực, trong đó có khả năng cả ba hệ thống gặp sự cố cùng lúc. Những trục trặc này được cho là xuất hiện ngay trước thời điểm máy bay mất độ cao. Tuy nhiên, các yếu tố thời tiết và nhiễu động không khí vẫn chưa được loại trừ. Hiện dữ liệu từ thiết bị ghi dữ liệu chuyến bay và thiết bị ghi âm buồng lái đã được thu thập để phục vụ điều tra. Nhà sản xuất Airbus đã cử đội ngũ chuyên gia tới hỗ trợ Ấn Độ. Cơ quan Điều tra và Phân tích An toàn Hàng không Dân dụng Pháp (BEA) cũng tham gia hỗ trợ làm rõ nguyên nhân vụ việc.Ngoài vấn đề kỹ thuật và thời tiết, việc tuân thủ quy định về sử dụng chất hướng thần của tổ phi công cũng đang được xem xét. Cả hai phi công đã bị tạm thời đình chỉ bay và kiểm tra chất hướng thần theo quy định hàng không. Việc sàng lọc ban đầu đối với cơ trưởng cho kết quả “không âm tính” và mẫu xét nghiệm đã được gửi đi kiểm tra thêm. Tuy nhiên, điều này chưa đồng nghĩa với việc cơ trưởng đã sử dụng chất cấm và kết luận cuối cùng vẫn chưa được công bố.Hiện các nhà điều tra đang phải làm rõ liệu máy bay mất độ cao do nhiễu động, trục trặc kỹ thuật, vấn đề liên quan đến tổ phi công, hay là sự kết hợp của nhiều yếu tố. Vụ việc đang thu hút sự quan tâm đặc biệt của dư luận trong bối cảnh ngành hàng không Ấn Độ tiếp tục tăng cường các biện pháp kiểm tra an toàn sau các sự cố hàng không trước đó./. Đình Nam/VOV Ấn ĐộHình ảnh chiếc máy bay của Air India. Ảnh: NDTV
Welcome back to the Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Valor Plus. Today, we're honored to welcome retired San Diego Police Department Chief Pilot Todd Jager. Todd is a true aviation professional with more than 10,000 hours of rotorcraft flight time, over 1,000 hours in fixed-wing aircraft, and more than 4,100 hours as a Tactical Flight Officer.Throughout his remarkable career, Todd played a pivotal role in training both pilots and Tactical Flight Officers. Alongside his longtime partner, Kevin Means, he helped develop many of the FLIR tactics, techniques, Crew Resource Management principles, and operational procedures that have become standard practice for law enforcement aviation units around the world.In this first episode, we discuss the importance of recording airborne incidents, how that capability evolved within the San Diego Police Department's Air Support Unit, and why those recordings have become such valuable tools for training, accountability, and learning.We also take an in-depth look at aviation safety within a law enforcement aviation unit, with Todd sharing the lessons he's learned from decades of operational flying and leadership. Todd takes us behind the scenes of the legendary San Diego tank pursuit. As the Tactical Flight Officer during the incident, he captured the entire 30-minute pursuit on video and shares the complete story—from what was happening in the aircraft to the critical decisions being made in real time.Whether you're a pilot, Tactical Flight Officer, or simply fascinated by aviation and police operations, these are conversations you won't want to miss.YouTube video clips courtesy of CBS 8 San Diego Evening News. The full video can be watched here.Thank you to our sponsors Airbus, Precision Aviation Group and SHOTOVER.
Send us Fan MailWe catch up as the full crew reunites, starting with summer ramp misery and the real-world limits heat puts on flying decisions. Then we dig into the Synaptic A220 release, why it sparked so much drama, and what it teaches about aircraft nuance, developer QA, and how airlines and engines shape what we see in the sky. • summer heat, humidity, and density altitude affecting real flying motivation and safety margins • first impressions of the Synaptic Airbus A220 in Microsoft Flight Simulator, including performance and handling feel • why streamer-first rollouts can confuse users when a complex aircraft is both new and buggy • learning the A220's procedures, automation quirks, and ILS behavior instead of relying on habits from Boeing or Airbus staples • why stable releases come from strong QA programs and broad beta testing across hardware and add-ons • marketplace-first strategy, piracy concerns, patch cadence, and how perception fuels Discord meltdowns • real-world A220 route presence, fleet replacement questions, and the “in-between” role versus regional and A320-family aircraft • Pratt & Whitney PW1500G geared turbofan contamination issue and the ripple effects of engine shortages • GSX jetway and ground equipment realism frustrations and what still breaks immersion • Vector 787 alpha notes and why airline economics keep pivoting toward fuel efficiency • Alaska Airlines-style milk runs as a perfect sim use case for scenery and procedures • Black Square Commander 114 impressions and why cockpit variety matters • Leonardo Mad Dog nostalgia, mechanical design advantages, and the quirks that still trip us up Keep a lookout at flighttepexpo.com as well as visit our our website and our socials for updates. if anybody's interested, they can join CTP Aviation on JetcardWebsite: www.closedtrafficpodcast.comFacebook: @ClosedtrafficpodcastFollow us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/closedtraffic
Oscar-nominated documentarian Rory Kennedy joins the Chuck Toddcast to discuss Freefall: A Reckoning for Boeing, her Netflix follow-up to 2022's Downfall premiering August 19th — a film built around the death of whistleblower John Barnett and the current and former employees who came forward after it. Kennedy's central finding is damning in its simplicity: at the end of Downfall, Boeing swore it had learned its lesson and changed its ways. It hadn't. More incidents followed, whistleblowers reached out to tell her conditions had actually gotten worse, and she says she believes Boeing bears responsibility for Barnett's death. Kennedy walks Chuck through the structural rot she sees behind the headlines — a near-total lack of competition, a revolving door between the FAA and the company it's supposed to regulate, a McDonnell Douglas merger that reoriented the entire culture around quarterly earnings instead of engineering excellence, and the decision to leave Seattle in search of a non-union workforce — which matters enormously, she notes, because unions are what give workers real whistleblower protection. Boeing is simultaneously one of the most heavily subsidized companies in American history and, right now, one that isn't being held accountable in any meaningful way. Kennedy is unusually direct about the practical takeaway: she won't fly on a 737 MAX and actively chooses flights on other aircraft, pointing out the counterintuitive reality that older model planes are often the safer bet — a consumer shift that has hit budget airlines hardest. She and Chuck get into the incidents that never made national news, including oxygen masks that failed to work, and she's blunt that the Trump administration hasn't provided anything resembling adequate regulatory oversight while families of the 346 crash victims are still fighting to hold the company responsible. Kennedy sees this fall's elections as a genuine chance to put people in place who care about the flying public, and reflects candidly on how she's feeling about American politics generally — that this administration is making choices that are hurting a lot of people. There's also a lovely detour into Ethel, her documentary about her mother, which she says holds a special place in her heart, plus a look at what she's working on next. Upgrade your everyday. Go to https://Quince.com/CHUCK for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Play ball and swing for the fences on FanDuel, an official partner of the MLB at https://FANDUEL.COM. 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Timeline: 00:00 Rory Kennedy (Freefall) joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:30 Documentary “Ethel” about her mother holds special place in her heart 02:30 It became evident that Boeing knew about faulty systems on 737 MAX 03:15 Boeing swore they’d change, then more incidents happened 04:15 Believe Boeing is responsible for whistleblower John Barnett’s death 06:15 Lack of competition is one of the reasons Boeing has been sloppy 07:15 There’s a revolving door between the FAA and Boeing 09:00 Are Boeing’s problems coming from a single source, or multiple? 10:45 Boeing has long been a foundational American company 11:30 Parts for Boeing planes come from all over the world 13:00 Whistleblowers reached out to say problems had gotten worse 14:00 Right now, Boeing isn’t being held accountable 14:30 Haven’t seen Boeing make significant changes 16:15 Focus on profits and quarterly earnings outweighed safety 17:00 Boeing is one of the most subsidized companies in US history 18:00 McDonell-Douglas merger has contributed to Boeing’s downfall 20:30 Wouldn’t fly on a 737 Max and choose flights on other planes 23:00 Consumers choosing not to fly on the 737 Max hurt budget airlines 24:00 Older model planes are actually safer 25:30 Decision to leave Seattle was to find a non-union workforce 26:45 Unions protect workers, give them whistleblower protection 28:00 Airbus is a better run company than Boeing 29:30 Boeing and Airbus are the only two options 31:45 The Trump administration hasn’t provided proper regulation for Boeing 32:15 Families of crash victims are still trying to hold Boeing responsible 35:15 Elections this fall could put people in place who care about the public 36:45 Incidents where the oxygen masks weren’t working 38:30 How are you feeling about politics these days? 39:00 Administration is making choices that are hurting a lot of people 40:30 What projects do you have coming up next? 43:00 Had a screening at Boeing with top executivesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chuck Todd opens with the Greenland oil expedition, an episode so strange it borders on parody: an American oil company drilling in defiance of another country's laws, with Trump's blessing, and — the detail that breaks the brain — Dr. Phil hired to document the whole thing. It's a fitting overture for a week in which the Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as Attorney General 50-49 at four in the morning before fleeing town for recess, with only Collins and Murkowski defecting. Chuck admits he was wrong; he never thought Blanche would actually get there. What galls him is the surrender it represents. Bill Cassidy's rationale — that Trump "needs someone to tell him no" — is laughable given that Blanche has said outright that the rule of law belongs to Trump and the DOJ won't be independent. John Cornyn's shrug that "there's nothing we can do to rein in the president" is, Chuck argues, the confession of a coward: senators possess the authority and simply refuse to use it, giving away what little leverage they had. The debate has now been reduced to whether the Attorney General is the people's lawyer or the president's. Then takes on the question of why Democratic voters keep rewarding progressives whose politics they don't actually share, and his answer is that half the Democratic electorate did not suddenly become socialist — they're furious about 2024, and specifically about leadership deciding the nominee for them. They didn't dislike Harris; they wanted a choice, and they'd watched the establishment coalesce around Biden in 2020 to produce a presidency that ended with Trump's return. Progressives are the only Democrats willing to say the party screwed up, and voters will give you enormous latitude on the cure if they trust your diagnosis. Chuck illustrates it with a Washington Post story about the Conn brass instrument factory in Ohio, bought by Trump-supporting, tariff-championing investor John Paulson and now closing as production moves offshore — where the disillusioned employees don't plan to vote at all, because they feel the system has failed them for decades. He believes the opening in American politics right now isn't centrism, it's breaking up an establishment that voters believe is more worried about losing donors than losing their votes. He wonders aloud whether the answer is a military leader — he's intrigued by retired General Chris Donahue, essentially Captain America on paper, pushed out by Trump and Hegseth, with credibility across the aisle. Americans are exhausted by being told the other half of the country is the bad guy, they're desperate for honesty and a reboot of a captured government, and the space is wide open for someone to fill it. But Chuck’s closing caution matters: the system is badly screwed up, and that still isn't a reason to burn it all down. Then, Oscar-nominated documentarian Rory Kennedy joins the Chuck Toddcast to discuss Freefall: A Reckoning for Boeing, her Netflix follow-up to 2022's Downfall premiering August 19th — a film built around the death of whistleblower John Barnett and the current and former employees who came forward after it. Kennedy's central finding is damning in its simplicity: at the end of Downfall, Boeing swore it had learned its lesson and changed its ways. It hadn't. More incidents followed, whistleblowers reached out to tell her conditions had actually gotten worse, and she says she believes Boeing bears responsibility for Barnett's death. Kennedy walks Chuck through the structural rot she sees behind the headlines — a near-total lack of competition, a revolving door between the FAA and the company it's supposed to regulate, a McDonnell Douglas merger that reoriented the entire culture around quarterly earnings instead of engineering excellence, and the decision to leave Seattle in search of a non-union workforce — which matters enormously, she notes, because unions are what give workers real whistleblower protection. Boeing is simultaneously one of the most heavily subsidized companies in American history and, right now, one that isn't being held accountable in any meaningful way. Kennedy is unusually direct about the practical takeaway: she won't fly on a 737 MAX and actively chooses flights on other aircraft, pointing out the counterintuitive reality that older model planes are often the safer bet — a consumer shift that has hit budget airlines hardest. She and Chuck get into the incidents that never made national news, including oxygen masks that failed to work, and she's blunt that the Trump administration hasn't provided anything resembling adequate regulatory oversight while families of the 346 crash victims are still fighting to hold the company responsible. Kennedy sees this fall's elections as a genuine chance to put people in place who care about the flying public, and reflects candidly on how she's feeling about American politics generally — that this administration is making choices that are hurting a lot of people. There's also a lovely detour into Ethel, her documentary about her mother, which she says holds a special place in her heart, plus a look at what she's working on next. Finally, Chuck hops into the ToddCast Time Machine to revisit two different but related events: the signing of the Social Security Act by FDR, and Richard Nixon announcing price and wage controls to combat inflation. Chuck argues that America has always flirted with socialism even if we call it by another name. He also answers listeners questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Upgrade your everyday. Go to https://Quince.com/CHUCK for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Play ball and swing for the fences on FanDuel, an official partner of the MLB at https://FANDUEL.COM. For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (980) 734-3985 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to askchapter.org/chuck / *Paid Partnership Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. 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Timeline: 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 00:30 Trump’s crazy Greenland oil adventure 01:15 Trump is just ignoring the laws of another country 01:45 Craziest detail is oil company hired Dr. Phil to document the expedition 02:15 Trump has gone out of his way to alienate European allies 02:45 Oprah gave us Dr. Oz & Dr. Phil… which is not a good thing 06:45 U.S. senate leaves town for recess after passing funding bill 07:15 Todd Blanche is now the confirmed AG for the United States 08:00 Republicans passed none of the things they said are priorities 09:00 GOP has a trifecta and still can’t get anything done 10:00 Was wrong about Blanche, didn’t think he’d actually get confirmed 10:45 Confirmed 50-49, not surprising Collins & Murkowski defected 11:45 Cassidy’s rationale was “Trump needs someone to tell him no” 12:15 Cassidy’s rationale is laughable 13:15 Even Bill Barr had a line he wouldn’t cross with Trump 14:45 The senate gave away what little leverage they have with Trump 16:00 John Cornyn says “there’s nothing we can do to rein in the president” 16:30 These Republicans are cowards, won’t exercise their authority* 17:00 These senators need to do their job 18:00 Blanche said the rule of law belongs to Trump, DOJ won’t be independent 19:00 Debate is now if AG is the people’s lawyer or the president’s lawyer 19:45 If he were alive, Trump would have nominated Roy Cohn 20:30 You don’t want presidents deciding who gets investigated 21:30 Trump got involved with Reflecting Pool vandal case THIS WEEK 22:30 Trump’s entire life has been about wearing people down 23:15 Republicans have politicized DOJ more than any previous admin 23:45 MAGA’s premise is that two wrongs do make a right 24:15 Does anybody in congress understand the constitution? 25:30 Confirming Blanche will cause more public distrust in DOJ 26:30 Founders never wanted the president to determine rule of law 27:00 Senate didn’t get crypto or college sports bill passed before recess 27:45 Republicans claim SAVE act is existential, didn’t pass it 28:45 Why do voters entertain progressives that don’t align with them? 29:15 Half the democratic electorate didn’t suddenly become socialist 30:30 Democratic voters are pissed off, think party messed up in 2024 31:00 Voters are mad leadership decided who the ‘24 nominee would be 31:30 Voters didn’t dislike Harris, but they wanted a choice 32:30 In 2020, the establishment coalesced around Biden 33:15 Biden’s presidency was a failure since it resulted in Trump returning 34:00 Progressives are the only Dems saying the party screwed up 35:30 Like Trump, the progressives are saying leadership is full of shit 36:15 Voters will give you latitude on the cure if they trust your diagnosis 37:00 WaPo story about Conn factory closing & private equity 38:00 Factory is in Ohio, been making brass instruments 38:45 Factory is closing and laying off all the employees 39:30 Conn was bought by John Paulson, Trump supporter who supports tariffs 40:30 Paulson is moving production offshore after arguing against it 42:00 Plant employees were completely disillusioned with politics 43:00 Employees feel like the system has left them down for decades, won’t vote 44:30 Romney’s loss was due to millions of white voters sitting out entirely 45:15 Trump’s appeal brought those voters back into the electorate 47:15 Voters reward candidates that can diagnose & call out their problems 48:00 Trump proved politically dormant voters can be reactivated 48:30 There’s always a third destination for voters… the couch 49:00 If the two parties don’t reform themselves, they risk being replaced 50:15 The opening isn’t centrism, it’s breaking up the establishment 51:15 Politics requires huge amounts of money, results in capture 52:15 Voters believe reps are more worried about losing donors than their vote 53:00 Competence and morality are not the same thing in politics 53:45 Leaders need to admit that they screwed everything up 54:30 Americans are desperate for a reset & are embracing revolutionaries 55:00 A military leader might be exactly what we need in next president 55:45 Intrigued by retired general Chris Donahue & his resume 56:45 Donahue is basically Captain America & was forced out by Trump & Hegseth 58:15 Someone like Donahue could have the credibility across the aisle 59:30 Politics won’t acknowledge failure if they think it helps the other side 1:00:00 Americans are desperate for honesty & morality in politics 1:01:15 It’s exhausting being told the other half of America is the bad guys 1:03:15 Voters want to preserve the Republic, but don’t trust the leadership 1:04:00 Voters want a reboot, and a government that isn’t captured 1:05:00 The political space is waiting for someone to fill this vacuum 1:06:00 The system is screwed up, but we shouldn’t burn it all down 1:13:00 Rory Kennedy (Freefall) joins the Chuck ToddCast 1:14:30 Documentary “Ethel” about her mother holds special place in her heart 1:15:30 It became evident that Boeing knew about faulty systems on 737 MAX 1:16:15 Boeing swore they’d change, then more incidents happened 1:17:15 Believe Boeing is responsible for whistleblower John Barnett’s death 1:19:15 Lack of competition is one of the reasons Boeing has been sloppy 1:20:15 There’s a revolving door between the FAA and Boeing 1:22:00 Are Boeing’s problems coming from a single source, or multiple? 1:23:45 Boeing has long been a foundational American company 1:24:30 Parts for Boeing planes come from all over the world 1:26:00 Whistleblowers reached out to say problems had gotten worse 1:27:00 Right now, Boeing isn’t being held accountable 1:27:30 Haven’t seen Boeing make significant changes 1:29:15 Focus on profits and quarterly earnings outweighed safety 1:30:00 Boeing is one of the most subsidized companies in US history 1:31:00 McDonnell-Douglas merger has contributed to Boeing’s downfall 1:33:30 Wouldn’t fly on a 737 MAX and choose flights on other planes 1:36:00 Consumers choosing not to fly on the 737 MAX hurt budget airlines 1:37:00 Older model planes are actually safer 1:38:30 Decision to leave Seattle was to find a non-union workforce 1:39:45 Unions protect workers, give them whistleblower protection 1:41:00 Airbus is a better run company than Boeing 1:42:30 Boeing and Airbus are the only two options 1:44:45 The Trump administration hasn’t provided proper regulation for Boeing 1:45:15 Families of crash victims are still trying to hold Boeing responsible 1:48:15 Elections this fall could put people in place who care about the public 1:49:45 Incidents where the oxygen masks weren’t working 1:51:30 How are you feeling about politics these days? 1:52:00 Administration is making choices that are hurting a lot of people 1:53:30 What projects do you have coming up next? 1:56:00 Had a screening at Boeing with top executives 1:57:15 ToddCast Time Machine - Where America embraces socialism 1:58:45 Socialist policies have come from presidents of both parties 2:00:00 FDR signs the Social Security Act - Nixon announces price & wage controls 2:01:00 Americans worry about prosperity, not ideological consistency 2:03:30 Capitalism was being questioned after the Great Depression 2:04:00 FDR wanted to repair, not replace capitalism 2:04:45 Social Security started as a much smaller program than it is today 2:05:30 Congress continued adding to the program over the years 2:07:30 America imposed price & wage controls during WW2 that went beyond Nixon 2:08:15 August 15, 1971 - Nixon announces price & wage controls 2:09:30 Nixon was desperate to stop inflation 2:10:30 Administration announced ceilings on meat prices, caused shortages 2:11:45 The controls were lifted right before the election 2:13:00 We have plenty of socialist policies called by another name 2:14:00 The policies give the sense of individual control 2:14:45 Americans are allergic to government control over their choices 2:15:30 Government under Trump is acquiring stakes in American companies 2:17:15 America has always been more socialist than we like to admit 2:19:00 Ask Chuck 2:19:15 Are college educated Republican voters on the journey leftward? 2:23:15 How should Abdul El-Sayed respond to racist & Islamophobic attacks? 2:31:45 Do candidates on the same ballot create measurable coattails? 2:36:15 Any chance Republicans voted for El-Sayed thinking he’d be easier to beat? 2:39:15 Was Pirro’s dropping of Reflecting Pool case an offramp for Trump? 2:42:15 How does an everyday person help make real political change?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Send us Fan MailWelcome to The Helicopter Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this episode, Halsey Schider sits down with longtime friend and fellow Air Evac Life Team pilot Graham Ritter for a conversation that goes far beyond flying helicopters.The two reflect on their time training together at Air Evac and how their careers, families, and perspectives have evolved over the years. Along the way, they discuss the realities of helicopter EMS, the impact those missions can have on patients and crews, and the moments that remind pilots why the work matters.The conversation also explores topics that are often difficult to discuss in aviation, including stress, anxiety, emotional resilience, and the importance of strong leadership. Graham shares how mentors and supervisors helped shape his approach to both flying and life, while Halsey reflects on the growing need for more open conversations around mental health within the industry.At its core, this episode is a candid discussion about the people behind the profession—the friendships, challenges, and lessons that continue to shape pilots long after training is over.Thank you to this episode's sponsors, Hillsboro Heli Academy, Metro Aviation and Airbus
No podcast ‘Notícia No Seu Tempo’, confira em áudio as principais notícias da edição impressa do jornal ‘O Estado de S.Paulo’ desta terça-feira (04/08/2026): Mensagens obtidas pela Polícia Federal mostram que a lobista Roberta Luchsinger articulava a abertura de portas no governo para negócios do empresário Antônio Camilo Antunes, o Careca do INSS. As conversas citam contatos no Ministério da Saúde, na Anvisa e na Dataprev e embasaram dois inquéritos autorizados pelo STF para investigar Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, o Lulinha, por suspeita de tráfico de influência. A defesa de Lulinha nega qualquer relação com os negócios de Roberta e classifica a investigação como uma "pesca probatória", enquanto Roberta Luchsinger não se manifestou. O governo federal afirmou que a agenda das autoridades é pública e que não há irregularidade em reuniões institucionais, desde que respeitadas as normas legais. Já a defesa do Careca do INSS disse que não teve acesso ao processo e, por isso, não comentaria o caso. Economia: Empresas calculam perda com tarifaço e esperam nova negociação Metrópole: Receio do El Niño faz Argentina fechar acesso a cataratas Política: TJ de SP manda juízes informarem presença em eventos patrocinados Internacional: Irã nega negociação com EUA; Trump diz que regime iraniano é ‘dissimulado’ Cultura: ‘Homem-Aranha: Um Novo Dia’ é 2ª maior estreia da história do cinemaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us Fan Mail✈️ Die wichtigsten Luftfahrt-News im FaktencheckAirbus plant einen deutlichen Ausbau der A350-Produktion und prüft mit der A350-2000 einen neuen Konkurrenten zur Boeing 777-9. Außerdem sprechen wir über die Ermittlungen zum Absturz von Air-India-Flug AI171, erklären Lufthansas 24-Stunden-Stornierung und prüfen, ob sich 150.000 Miles-&-More-Meilen für 1.750 Euro wirklich lohnen.Was ist eure Meinung: Sollte Airbus die A350-2000 bauen – und würdet ihr das Meilenpaket kaufen? Schreibt es in die Kommentare!
On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Business Roundtable, sponsored by Bell, Dr. “Rocket” Ron Epstein of Bank of America Securities, Sash Tusa of Agency Partners, and Richard Aboulafia of the AeroDynamic advisory consultancy join host Vago Muradian to discuss an up week on Wall Street and rising energy prices in the wake of wider conflict in the Middle East; higher Treasury yields in the wake of Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh's communication stumble on explaining Fed's decision to keep interest rates steady; President Trump call to suspend further Iran strikes pending a quick deal to end the war; despite an uncertain budget future, the Pentagon awarded Lockheed Martin a $58 billion contract for PAC 3 missiles that will also flow to companies like RTX and General Dynamics and HII $76.6 billion in contracts for nine Virginia-class attack subs and four Columbia-class ballistic missile subs; Washington and Tokyo worked together to prop up the yen, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent asking the New York Federal Reserve Bank to sell euros to buy yen; Britain's Burnham government will release its budget on Oct. 28 that will include a $32 billion buffer as British bond yields near their post-2008 high after Washington and Jerusalem started their war on Iran; EasyJet says it's got a 5.7 billion pound or $7.7 billion offer from Apollo Global Management; and Airbus, AerCap, Boeing, Bombardier, General Dynamics, Hexcel, HII, Leonardo and Leonardo DRS, Melrose, Safran, and Textron report earnings.
On this episode of AvTalk, we speak with Xavier Pepin, the captain of the Airbus 24 hour, 24 minute Airbus A350-1000ULR flight from Melbourne to Toulouse. We talk about flight planning, crew resource management, fatigue and rest, and what's next for the A350-1000ULR flight test program. Also on this week's episode, highlights from EAA Airventure […] The post AvTalk Episode 381: Xavier Pepin, Ultra Long Range Pilot appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.
In episode 299 of the Simple Flying podcast, regular host Tom is joined by Sumit to recap the 2026 Farnborough Airshow, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and more...
The world's leading aerospace company shows that successful innovation is not just about technical breakthroughs. Consumer demand, financial viability and a functioning ecosystem are crucial for an innovation to move from the drawing board to a commercially viable reality.That's according to INSEAD professors Manuel Sosa and Adrian Johnson, in their conversation with Harsh Shah, a leading expert on Hydrogen fuel in the aviation sector. In this INSEAD Knowledge podcast, they discussed Airbus's 2020 public commitment to bring the world's first hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft to market by 2035. Despite making major strides in developing the technical innovations needed to achieve this aim, Airbus ultimately had to push back their deadline due to challenges beyond their control. Sosa explains that this case underlines the fact that any company introducing innovations needs to consider the desirability, feasibility and viability framework of innovation if it has any real chance of success.As Shah put it, they were faced with a classic chicken-and-egg scenario: Airlines wouldn't commit without infrastructure, and infrastructure wouldn't get built without demand. His proposed solution was greater government intervention and financial incentives that absorbed cost premiums in the early stages, similar to those in other sectors, such as wind energy.As Johnson concludes, pushing back a deadline shouldn't be seen as failure; it's what learning through experimentation actually looks like when the stakes, and the ambition, are this high.Read the related INSEAD Knowledge article and the two INSEAD Cases exploring the challenges faced by Airbus.
Wieso die Sternbrücke in den kommenden Stunden eingebaut werden soll, weshalb es in der Union brodelt und warum Airbus zuversichtlich in die Zukunft blickt
El avión militar Airbus A400M es capaz de liberar 20.000 litros de agua en apenas 10 segundos sobre un incendio, triplicando la capacidad de los aviones Canadair convencionales. A pesar de que España cuenta con 15 de estas aeronaves y el kit antiincendios se ha desarrollado en la planta de Airbus en Sevilla, el país no puede utilizarlos en la actual ola de fuegos que afecta a zonas como Ávila, Madrid o Castellón. Así lo ha explicado Carlos San José, decano del Colegio Oficial de Pilotos de la Aviación Comercial (COPAC), en una entrevista con Ángel Correas en el programa 'Herrera en COPE'.La razón, según se ha expuesto en el programa, es que actualmente solo existe un prototipo de este kit, que todavía no está certificado. Este único modelo fue cedido a las autoridades francesas, que decidieron usarlo de inmediato ante la virulencia de los incendios en la zona de Burdeos. Esto explica por qué el Ejército del Aire español no ha podido desplegar sus A400M, una herramienta que ...
En plena ola de incendios en España, ha vuelto a la actualidad el debate sobre el kit antiincendios para el avión A400M, un sistema desarrollado en la planta de San Pablo de Sevilla que está ayudando a extinguir fuegos en Francia mientras nuestro país no dispone de él. Este sistema se ha analizado en el programa 'Herrera en COPE', donde la comunicadora Sofía Buera ha conversado con el divulgador científico Jorge Alcalde y el decano del Colegio Oficial de Pilotos de Aviación Comercial, Carlos San José, sobre su potencial y la situación actual.El divulgador científico Jorge Alcalde, en la sección 'La Ciencia con Jorge Alcalde', ha explicado que este kit consiste en un depósito gigantesco con capacidad para 20.000 litros de agua con líquido retardante. Este depósito se puede instalar en la bodega de un Airbus A400M, un avión de transporte militar del que el Ejército del Aire y del Espacio español posee 14 unidades. Su función no es atacar las llamas directamente, sino descargar ...
US CENTCOM said IRGC forces launched multiple ballistic missiles from Iran towards US forces based in Jordan.Saudi Arabia's Defence Ministry said air defences intercepted and destroyed several drones, which had attempted to target petroleum facilities in the Eastern Region.US CENTCOM later announced that US and Saudi forces conducted strikes on Iran-backed terrorist sites in Iraq.Crude futures climbed as geopolitical tensions escalated (Brent Oct +2.8%); APAC was choppy, and sentiment deteriorated; Europe looks ahead to a subdued open.US equity futures, DXY, T-Note futures, and spot gold trade sideways ahead of FOMC.Looking ahead, highlights include Swedish GDP Flash (Q2), ECB Wage Tracker, US Atlanta Fed GDP, Fed Policy Announcement (Jul), BoC Minutes (Jul), Speakers including Fed Chair Warsh & RBA's Hunter, Supply from Germany, Earnings from SoFi, Microsoft, Meta, Arm, Qualcomm, L'Oreal, Hermes, Airbus, Porsche AG, BASF, UBS & Standard Chartered.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk
Mit einem speziell gebauten Airbus hat die Fluggesellschaft Quantas einen Rekord aufgestellt: Ohne Zwischenstopp vom australischen Melbourne nach Toulouse in Frankreich.
Pilot to Pilot Magazine — Volume 003 is out now. Get yours at pilottopilothq.com/magSponsors — please support the people who support the show: • Textron Aviation — The Pipistrel Voyager is perfect answer for high utilization flight training, easy ownership and broader access to aviation • Avemco Insurance — Save 5% as a Pilot to Pilot listener. Call (888) 635-4297 or visit avemco.com/4297-owner (owners) or avemco.com/4297-non-owner (non-owners) • • Garmin — Plan, file, fly, log with the Garmin Pilot app • Allworth Airline Advisors — Register for their latest webinar at allworthfinancial.com/justin • Learn the Finer Points — Save 10% off your first year at learnthefinerpoints.com/justin. https://allworthfinancial.com/airlines/lp/runway-for-retirement-webinar?utm_campaign=airlines+-+more+runway+for+retirement?lmls=Partner+Channel&lmld=Pilot+to+Pilot&ad_version=SocialPete Stavridis was nine years old, watching the Challenger explode on live TV, when he decided he was going to fly airplanes. No pilots in the family. No money for it. So he enlisted in the Navy out of high school in 1995 — not the optimal path to fighters — flew P-3 Orions as an enlisted aircrewman on counter-drug ops over Panama and Colombia, and worked his way into a commission. He selected #1 out of T-34s, got the Super Hornet, and flew combat over Iraq and Afghanistan.Now he's an Airbus first officer (by design), an FAA examiner with roughly 700 checkrides behind him, an aircraft management guy specializing in the Piaggio, and he runs upset recovery training in the L-39. He also raced at Reno in the gold jet class at 500 mph, four to six feet off another airplane — until he watched his friend and competitor Aaron Hoag G-LOC and go into the ground in front of him in 2022.We get into:Why enlisting first was a risk he'd take againWhat a Navy flight surgeon prescribed when Pete was struggling in T-45s (hint: Halo)Being shot off a carrier deck, and why nothing else comparesFighter pilot ego vs. actual humility — and why humility can't read as weaknessWhat air racing really takes: micro-knots, wake vortices, and why pole position changes everythingLosing Aaron, "stem power," and how he got the jet on the groundWhy the DPE shortage isn't a DPE problem, it's an FAA problemWhat he can read about an applicant in the first two minutesHonesty, knowledge, determination — his three traits of a good captain, FO, or wingmanExposing your kids to aviation without pushing it"When we get in an airplane, we're in a survival situation. We're not supposed to be there."Happy Flying,Justin
Calls for Congress to forego August recess and pass SAVE America Act instead Congress is about to head out from Washington, D.C. for about a month, but Utah's own Senator Mike Lee says members of Congress should forego the trip back home to meet with constituents and pass the SAVE America Act instead. The problem is that the bill still doesn't have the votes, even among Republicans. So why's Senator Lee pushing for this move? Deseret News Congressional Correspondent Cami Mondeaux explains the Senator's recent moves. - WSJ: Major companies hiring retired CEOs to run their business A new article in the Wall Street Journal says more and more companies are bringing older CEOs out of retirement to run major corporations again. These aren't younger guys who retired early; they're generally men older than 70. Cracker Barrel, Boeing, and Verizon are just a few of the latest companies to go this route. Is that wise? Could it jade younger people who are already struggling to get a foot in the door? Millennial and Inside Sources Executive Producer Andy Cupp shares his thoughts. - Ask the Attorney: Brian Kohberger wants to withdraw guilty plea At what point is it too late to take back a guilty plea? The man accused of killing four students from the University of Idaho in 2022 is now trying to take back his guilty plea and go to trial. Brian Kohberger is petitioning a judge to withdraw his earlier guilty plea, saying he wants this to go to trial now instead. What would have changed Kohberger's mind, and it is a smart move? KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas breaks it down. - Pres. Trump asks SCOTUS to take up executive order on mail-in voting The fight from the Trump Administration against mail-in voting continues today. Over the weekend, an appeals court sided against the President, saying he's not allow to impose restrictions on mail-in voting. Now, President Trump is taking that fight to the United States Supreme Court. Greg and Jim are both skeptical of a win for the administration; they explain why. - The ongoing effects of gambling on America's young people It can sometimes feel a little weird to talk about gambling in a state like Utah, where we're not allowed to gamble. But that doesn't mean people don't find ways around it. And more and more, we're seeing the negative effects of gambling -- how it can really impact a person and our communities. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor at the Deseret News has a new piece examining how gambling can affect young people; he joins the show to share his thoughts. - 98 days to go until the midterm election Gambling might not be allowed in Utah, but that doesn't mean we can't make some predictions on the upcoming midterm elections. With less than 100 days to go until folks cast their ballots around the country, Greg and Jim discuss the chances Democrats have to regain the House and/or the Senate. - More homebuyers looking at wildfire risk when purchasing a new house When buying a home, people tend to look at the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, the size of the yard, and the amenities like a hot tub, den, or a double oven. And now, more and more people are also looking at wildfires when shopping for a new place to live. Is this just our new reality with warmer temperatures and a hotter climate? - Social: Fly 24 hours straight or take a few layovers? If you had to travel to the other side of the world -- say from Europe to Australia -- would you rather take a single nonstop flight or split it up with a layover or two? Overnight, plane maker Airbus and Qantas Airways broke a world record in an initiative called "Project Sunrise." In a journey lasting 24 hours and 24 minutes, a brand new plane flew from southern France to southeast Australia. Inside Sources Executive Producer and self-proclaimed plane nerd Andy Cupp has the story; Greg and Jim give their thoughts on the option. - Utah ranked as number one state in the nation… for the 4th year in a row Utah's been ranked the number one state in the nation for the 4th year in a row. But it's not all sunshine and roses and unicorns -- we come in near the very bottom of the list in one category: natural environment. Greg Skordas and Jim Bennett go through some of the rankings and why U.S. News and World Report says the Beehive State is the best in the country.
If you had to travel to the other side of the world -- say from Europe to Australia -- would you rather take a single nonstop flight or split it up with a layover or two? Overnight, plane maker Airbus and Qantas Airways broke a world record in an initiative called "Project Sunrise." In a journey lasting 24 hours and 24 minutes, a brand new plane flew from southern France to southeast Australia. Inside Sources Executive Producer and self-proclaimed plane nerd Andy Cupp has the story; Greg and Jim give their thoughts on the option.
Send us Fan MailWelcome to The Helicopter Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this episode, Halsey Schider sits down with Ty Burlingham, chief pilot, and Mark Paulson, director of maintenance at Precision, to discuss what it takes to grow a successful helicopter operation while maintaining the culture and standards that got you there.Ty shares his unconventional path into aviation, from studying at Oregon State University to discovering helicopters through an introductory flight that changed the direction of his career. He reflects on the transition from line pilot to leading a team of more than 30 pilots, the importance of professional development, and why investing in leadership is just as critical as developing flying skills.Mark brings the maintenance perspective, explaining the responsibilities of overseeing an expanding fleet and the systems required to keep aircraft safe, reliable, and productive. From managing component life limits and maintenance schedules to supporting aircraft in the field, he highlights how communication between pilots, mechanics, and leadership is essential to minimizing downtime and maximizing operational success.Together, they discuss Precision's evolution from a small, family-style operation into a larger organization, the challenges of preserving company culture as new employees join the team, and why strong relationships across every department remain one of the company's greatest strengths.Whether you're a pilot, maintainer, or aviation leader, this episode offers valuable insights into building an operation where people, culture, and communication are every bit as important as the aircraft themselves.Thank you to this episode's sponsors, Hillsboro Heli Academy, Sirius XM and Airbus.
To get electric passenger planes in the skies requires powerful electric motors, but they must also be small and light. Some kiwi scientists think they could have a solution. Claire Concannon heads to a warehouse in Petone to learn about the promise of high temperature superconducting magnets to make electric motors for airplanes.Sign up to the Our Changing World monthly newsletter for episode backstories, science analysis and more.In this episode:01:00 Electric planes and the challenge of aviation electrification.02:48 The history of the Robinson Research Institute and useful properties of superconductors.07:00 The establishment of the New Zealand Institute of Advanced Technology08:30 The advantage of superconducting motors for aviation.11:15 Airbus' plans for a future electric plane12:05 Warehouse tour and levitation bearings for future motors14:04 Basic motor design and characterising AC losses in superconductors.21:26 Testing a superconducting generator with Air New Zealand…Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
The aviation industry is grappling with an array of challenges, from a backlog of planes, to safety concerns, and widespread labor shortages. WSJ aviation reporter Ben Katz joins host Luke Vargas to discuss how the sector is thinking about AI, plus the latest technology on display at the Farnborough International Airshow in the U.K. Further Reading Aerospace Startup JetZero to Start Building Futuristic Planes in North Carolina Airbus Comes for Boeing in Battle Over World's Biggest Jets Boeing Chooses Palantir to Boost AI Adoption in Defense, Space Unit Honeywell Aerospace CEO Says AI Works for Blueprints but Isn't Ready for the Cockpit Sixteen Airbus A380s to Undergo Inspection After Cracks Found on Airplane Wings Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It's episode 380, so the Airbus A380 is most certainly on the agenda. But first we're checking in on the orders placed at this year's Farnborough Airshow. Sir Tim Clark opines on the proper use of early build Boeing 777X frames. Then we get to learn about the important mission for Airbus' A380 Flight Lab. […] The post AvTalk Episode 380: A Whale of a time appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.
Welcome back to the Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Valor Plus. In this episode we are heading to Modesto, California, to hear how a brand-new air support unit was built from the ground up, and how it's already changing the way the department fights crime, protects officers, and serves the community.Lt Mike Hicks and Lt Kalani Souza were both involved from the opening decision to start an air unit. They share the process and the many challenges involved within funding, airframe choice, acquiring the airframe, and then finding to right crews members.They also discuss the immediate benefits of air support in supporting patrol operations including a dramatic reduction in crime.Thank you to our sponsors Airbus, Onboard Systems & Hoist & Winch and Spectrolab.
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Is artificial intelligence moving faster than the physical and digital infrastructure built to control it? In this episode of the Tech Field Day News Rundown, hosts Tom Hollingsworth and Alastair Cooke examine the top stories reshaping enterprise technology and global policy. OpenAI halts an experimental project after an autonomous model broke out of its sandbox and evaded security filters. Meanwhile, European aerospace giant Airbus begins moving hundreds of critical applications off AWS to French cloud provider Scaleway over data privacy concerns. On the hardware front, Cisco launches lightweight AI models to hunt code vulnerabilities on-premises, and Supermicro releases a turnkey Kubernetes appliance for remote edge deployments. Finally, the team breaks down California's ruling blocking AT&T from phasing out copper landlines, nationwide community protests over AI data center power demands, and upcoming U.S.-China AI safety talks.This and more on the Tech Field Day News Rundown with Tom Hollingsworth and Alastair Cooke. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Cold Open0:27 - Welcome to the Tech Field Day News Rundown1:13 - Supermicro, Red Hat & Everpure Unveil Edge AI Appliance3:58 - Judge Blocks AT&T's Bid to Drop California Basic Phone Service7:31 - Airbus Shifts Core Operations to Scaleway Over Privacy Concerns11:06 - Cisco Launches Antares AI to Spot Code Flaws14:49 - Nationwide Protests Erupt Over AI Data Center Expansion18:37 - OpenAI Pauses AI Model Over Security Bypasses22:26 - US and China Set for High-Level Talks on AI Safety and Security 28:49 - The Weeks Ahead31:49 - Thanks for WatchingFollow our hosts Tom Hollingsworth, Alastair Cooke, and Stephen Foskett. Follow Tech Field Day on LinkedIn, on X/Twitter, on Bluesky, and on Mastodon.
Former Spirit pilot Steffany shares her journey from cargo flying to the Airbus flight deck, what made Spirit's culture so special, and how she navigated the uncertainty of the airline's closure. She discusses interview preparation, networking, logbook organization, and how those efforts led to multiple CJOs. Now an interview coach with Spitfire, Stephanie is helping other pilots prepare for their next opportunity. This episode is packed with practical career advice and a reminder that setbacks can become new beginnings. CONNECT WITH US Are you ready to take your preparation to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "R4P2026" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com! If you want to recommend someone to guest on the show, email Nik at podcast@spitfireelite.com, and if you need a professional pilot resume, go to www.spitfireelite.com/podcast/ for FREE templates! SPONSOR Are you a pilot just coming out of the military and looking for the perfect second home for your family? Look no further! Reach out to Marty and his team by visiting www.tridenthomeloans.com to get the best VA loans available anywhere in the US. Be ready for takeoff anytime with 3D-stretch, stain-repellent, and wrinkle-free aviation uniforms by Flight Uniforms. Just go to www.flightuniform.com and type the code SPITFIREPOD20 to get a special 20% discount on your first order. #Aviation #AviationCareers #aviationcrew #AviationJobs #AviationLeadership #AviationEducation #AviationOpportunities #AviationPodcast #AirlinePilot #AirlineJobs #AirlineInterviewPrep #flying #flyingtips #PilotDevelopment #PilotFinance #pilotcareer #pilottips #pilotcareertips #PilotExperience #pilotcaptain #PilotTraining #PilotSuccess #pilotpodcast #PilotPreparation #Pilotrecruitment #flightschool #aviationschool #pilotcareer #pilotlife #pilot
Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury says the company aims to launch the next generation of single aisle aircraft in 2030 with entry into service in the second part of the decade, while speaking to BTV's Guy Johnson at the Farnborough International Air Show on Bloomberg Open Interest. Faury also says that aircraft demand remains strong and that the conflict in the Middle East is increasing demand for fuel-efficient aircraft, and reaffirmed that Airbus would get to rate 75.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Valor Plus. In this special two-part series, hosts Jon Gray and Jack Schonely are joined by Clay Lacey of the Texas Department of Public Safety and Harald Brink of the Dutch National Police to explore the 25-plus-year legacy of Jack Schonely's tactical training. From individual officer safety to agency-wide operations, Jack's framework for apprehending fleeing suspects has become a global standard for pilots, tactical flight officers, and K-9 handlers alike. In this episode, the group reflects on the leadership and shared experiences that have shaped law enforcement tactics across the U.S. and Europe. Harald provides a global perspective and previews his upcoming course on locating missing persons, while Clay shares hard-earned insights on the humility required to mentor the next generation. The conversation also explores what it takes to become an effective instructor, focusing on authenticity over ego. Finally, the group looks ahead to the ECHO 2026 Public Safety Aviation Conference in Philadelphia. If you're committed to tactical training, instructor development, and the future of public safety aviation, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Thank you to our sponsors Airbus, CNC Technologies and Precision Aviation Group.
New Sikorsky Marine One helicopters damage the White House lawn, the airports renamed for U.S. presidents, airline consolidation, DCA crash safety recommendations, controversy over ADS-B In regulations, Air France and Airbus manslaughter verdict, passengers sue Delta over turbulence injuries, a Ryanair window ruptures, and a seaplane makes a hard landing in New York's East River. Also, interviews from the Spurwink Farm fly-in. Aviation News Lockheed Martin Is Covering the Cost of Trump's White House Helipad President Trump said that Sikorsky, part of Lockheed Martin, would cover the cost of building a new helipad at the White House. Lockheed Martin confirmed the report. Sikorsky helicopters have been used to transport the president since the 1970s. The new VH-92A Patriot helicopter has propulsion exhaust vents located toward the rear of the airframe and pointed downward, unlike the VH-3D’s configuration. Also, with much more powerful engines, the VH-92A generates significantly more downwash than the VH-3D. The hot exhaust gets combined with the intense rotor downwash at touchdown, and the combined heat-and-airflow effect scorches the turf and can physically rip sod loose. Airline consolidation now rules the skies. Has it been good for passengers? Continental Airlines, Northwest Airlines, and US Airways are gone. Spirit Airlines is gone as well. Now, the Big Four U.S. airlines control roughly three-quarters of the U.S. market. Has this been good for the flying public? It depends on who you ask. Former governor Chris Sununu, now the head of Airlines for America, said at a Capitol Hill hearing, “We have more competition per route than ever before. When I go to buy a ticket, I have four, five, or six carriers going from Wichita to Dallas. So now they’re all competing on that exact same route.” There are six airlines serving Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, but there’s only one that flies nonstop to Dallas. Past guest Ganesh Sitaraman, a professor at Vanderbilt Law School and the author of the book Why Flying Is Miserable and How to Fix It said, “From the airlines’ perspective, it makes sense. Bigger is better, and it’ll be more efficient for them, even if there’s a lot of drawbacks for communities and passengers.” A Florida airport is officially renamed for Trump. What does he stand to gain? FAA Details First Official Response to DC Crash Safety Recommendations After the January 2025 midair collision near Washington, D.C., that killed 67 people, the NTSB issued nearly three dozen recommendations. As is always the case, the FAA is not obligated to implement the NTSB’s recommendations. Earlier this year, the FAA said it had fully addressed seven of the recommendations and that it would evaluate the others, with further updates to come by May 31, 2027. The Air Current reported that the FAA indicated it is evaluating whether the number of arrivals permitted per hour at DCA is appropriate. This is a key metric that the NTSB said contributed to the airport’s congestion at the time of the crash. Also, any adjustments will be determined after an official analysis in 2027. This $50,000 Safety Fix Is Dividing the Aviation Industry and Washington This could be characterized as a conference-committee fight over how strong an ADS-B In mandate should be, not whether there will be one. ALPA and NTSB are on one side (ROTOR Act), and industry groups like A4A/AOPA/NBAA on the other (ALERT) side. Senate: ROTOR Act (Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform Act) Would require all aircraft to be equipped with ADS-B In and repeal certain military exemptions from the technology requirements. Passed the Senate by unanimous consent in December, with strong support, including from ALPA. The House rejected it on February 24, 2026, falling one vote short of the two-thirds majority needed after the Defense Department raised national security concerns House: ALERT Act (Airspace Location and Enhanced Risk Transparency Act) House lawmakers revised the bill to explicitly include an ADS-B In mandate after the earlier version was criticized for failing to clearly require it. The updated version requires that aircraft carry both ADS-B In and ACAS X (Airborne Collision Avoidance System X), integrated so ADS-B In data feeds the alerting function. Opposition: ALPA doesn’t endorse it, arguing that ACAS Xa (the large-commercial-aircraft variant) isn’t yet commercialized, that no integration standards exist, and that the system suppresses alerts below 1,000 feet when situational awareness matters most. The NTSB also declined to support it, saying it falls short of requiring ADS-B In for all aircraft operating in airspace where ADS-B Out is already required, even though it allows compliance via portable receivers with line-of-sight limitations. Air France and Airbus found guilty of manslaughter over 2009 plane crash A Paris Appeals Court found Air France and Airbus “solely and entirely responsible” for the 2009 AF447 accident, which killed 228 people when it crashed into the Atlantic Ocean. The companies were cleared in April 2023 but were found guilty after an eight-week trial. Both Air France and Airbus have denied the charges and say they will appeal. In 2012, French investigators found a combination of technical failure involving ice in the pitot tubes and pilot confusion over faulty air-speed readings. Pilot training has since been modified, and pitot tube sensors have been replaced. 20 Sue Delta Over 2.5 Minutes of Terror on Flight Out of Utah A lawsuit has been filed against Delta Air Lines on behalf of 20 passengers of Delta Flight 56, claiming that pilots “recklessly flew” too close to thunderstorms, where severe turbulence caused multiple injuries. The turbulence lasted 2 1/2 minutes over Wyoming, and the flight was diverted to Minnesota. Twenty-five people were transported to local hospitals. The NTSB said the pilots were caught by surprise. In the lawsuit, the plaintiffs allege that the National Weather Service issued an advisory warning that turbulent conditions were present in the mountains east of Salt Lake City and that thunderstorms were present along portions of the flight path. Apparent engine fan blade failure preceded rupture of Ryanair 737 window The Air Current reports that the rupture of a Ryanair Boeing 737-800 window resulted from a fan blade failure on the right CFM56-7B engine. Fan blade failures are serious but rare. Aircraft engines are designed to contain fan blade failures and are tested during the certification process. The FAA issued airworthiness directives to mitigate the risk of fan blade failure through inspections and an engine inlet redesign to ensure containment. The FAA set a July 31, 2028, deadline for compliance. Small plane makes hard landing into New York's East River, officials say A Kodiak 100 seaplane with eight people on board made a hard landing in the East River between Brooklyn and Manhattan. There was “substantial damage” to the plane, but there were no injuries. The plane bounced three times, and the pilot subsequently told the passengers that a pontoon had broken. A pattern of progressive porpoise leading to structural failure appears in NTSB seaplane accident reports across various types, including Cessna 206 and 208 Caravan floatplanes, de Havilland Beavers, and Twin Otters on floats. A few East River/urban seaplane-specific factors that might be in play: Wake and chop from harbor traffic (ferries, tour boats) create a much less predictable water surface than open lake/bay operations. Confined approach corridors near Skyport limit go-around and abort options if the pilot senses a bad touchdown developing. The area has had at least one other recent seaplane mishap (a two-seater damaged by a wave three weeks prior), suggesting water-surface conditions have been a recurring operational challenge this season. The NTSB and FAA will be looking at whether this was primarily a pilot technique issue (porpoise recovery), an environmental factor (wake/wave state at touchdown), or a mechanical issue in the float attachment itself. Spurwink Farm International Fly-In From the fly-in, Micah brings us interviews with Spurwink Farm Manager Christina Mitchell, listener Tad Yergey, and Cessna 185 Floatplane Pilot John Hartz. John Hartz, one and a half of his children, and his Cessna 185. Micah at the Spurwink Farm Fly-In, Mentioned Ever wonder if pilots become frightened during an emergency? In the Stories About Flying podcast, Rob looks at the topic through the lens of a near catastrophe: “Aircraft Emergencies and the Saga of Speedbird 009.” NightSide with Dan Rea, WBZ NewsRadion, Not Just A Plane Topic. Hosts this Episode Max Flight, our Main(e) Man Micah, David Vanderhoof, and Erin Applebaum.
U.S. families expect to spend more than $900 on back-to-school shopping this year, according to one PwC survey. Big box retailers have taken advantage of anxiety about higher costs by pushing school supplies earlier than ever. In this episode, how consumer mood correlates to consumer spending. Plus: Holiday weekend heat strains electric grids, Boeing and Airbus aircraft demand persists, and algae can make or break Great Lakes summer tourism.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today's episode: Anxiety is driving some of our early back-to-school shoppingChicago Fed launches a new consumer sentiment composite indexWeekend heat wave tests the country's power gridWhat's behind the massive appetite for new Boeing and Airbus planesHow the algae in Lake Erie can make or break the Great Lakes economyHow homeownership turned an HR professional into a plant entrepreneur
U.S. families expect to spend more than $900 on back-to-school shopping this year, according to one PwC survey. Big box retailers have taken advantage of anxiety about higher costs by pushing school supplies earlier than ever. In this episode, how consumer mood correlates to consumer spending. Plus: Holiday weekend heat strains electric grids, Boeing and Airbus aircraft demand persists, and algae can make or break Great Lakes summer tourism.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today's episode: Anxiety is driving some of our early back-to-school shoppingChicago Fed launches a new consumer sentiment composite indexWeekend heat wave tests the country's power gridWhat's behind the massive appetite for new Boeing and Airbus planesHow the algae in Lake Erie can make or break the Great Lakes economyHow homeownership turned an HR professional into a plant entrepreneur