Podcasts about Icelandair

A city councilor in the Northern Irish city appeals for calm, after a night of violent anti-immigrant rioting in which families were forced from their homes by arson. In a new "online harms" bill, Ottawa proposes a social media ban for kids under 16; and an expert advisor to the government tells us what it would take to make that idea a reality. The government says a brand-new task force will update the country's cancer screening guidelines, after the last group was disbanded due to a controversial recommendation on mammograms.You may not have heard of the rock star Carlos "Indio" Solari — but right now, Argentinians are mourning the truly massive homegrown hero. A French woman has won Icelandair's World's Worst Photographer contest — and now she'll put her lack of talent to the test in one of the most photogenic places on Earth. Scientists are left stunned by a study that suggests humans have an innate tendency to turn left — even when we're feeling all right. As It Happens, the Wednesday Edition. Radio that puts the "left" in "left to our own devices."

Kolbeinn Tumi Daðason leysir Kristján Kristjánsson af og stýrir kröftugri umræðu um þjóðmálin. Í þessum þætti: Krónan og efnahagurinn Már Kristófersson fjármálaráðherra. Staða Icelandair Jens Þórðarson fyrrverandi flugrekstrarstjóri Icelandair og Marínó Örn Tryggvason fyrrverandi forstjóri Kviku. Brottfarastöð Jón Gunnarsson þingmaður, Rósa Björk Brynjólfsdóttir VG og Birna Þórarinsdóttir UNICEF. Bubbi   Gunnlaugur Jónsson tónlistarsérfræðingur og Silja Aðalsteinsdóttir bókmenntafræðingur.

Öll viðtölin úr þætti dagsins ásamt símatíma: Siggi Stormur lofaði okkur góðu veðri en það er endalaus rigning og kuldi Jón Karl Ólafsson fyrrverandi forstjóri Icelandair og sérfræðingur í flugrekstri um kjaradeilu flugmanna við félagið Símatími Grímur Grímsson um nýja brottfararstöð fyrir hælisleitendur Ómar Úlfur dagskrástjóri Bylgjunnar um sumarið framundan. Bylgjan fagnar 40 ára afmæli í ágúst Ásrún Helga Kristinsdóttir forseti bæjarstjórnar í Grindavík um Þórkötlu Einar Bárðarson ræddi við okkur um Hengil ultra sem fram fer um helgina

Hörður Ægisson og Þorbjörn Atli Sveinsson ræða þá stöðu sem hefur á liðnum misserum teiknast upp í íslensku viðskiptalífi. Við kryfjum stöðu Oculis og það hvort að íslenski markaðurinn höndli vaxtarfyrirtæki í þeirri stærðargráðu, kaup Brims á Lýsi, stöðu Icelandair í skugga harðra aðgerða flugmanna, oftúlkanir stjórnvalda og ríkisfjölmiðilsins á skýrslu um kosti í gjaldeyrismálum, horfurnar í hagkerfinu, ómarkvissar forsendur fjárlaga og margt fleira.

Andrés Magnússon og Örn Arnarson ræða um nýjan meirihluta í Reykjavík og blendnar tilfinningar hægri manna til samstarfsins við Viðreisn og Framsókn, auk þess sem rætt er um áform um sölu á Ljósleiðaranum og Carbfix. Sjónum er beint að Alþingi og yfirlæti Þorgerðar Katrínar gagnvart þeim sem ekki fylgja ESB-vegferð ríkisstjórnarinnar, umræðu um eignarhald útgerðarinnar í íslensku atvinnulífi, stöðunni hjá Icelandair og verkfallsaðgerðum flugmanna og mörgu öðru. Þá eru hrós vikunnar, bókameðmæli og hraðaspurningar frá gestum Kringlukrárinnar að sjálfsögðu á sínum stað.

Gunnar Gunnarsson ritstjóri Austurfrétta Steinunn Þórðardóttir formaður Læknafélags Íslands um dánaraðstoð Símatími Birgir Olgeirsson fréttamaður Sýnar um kjaradeilu Icelandair og Félags íslenskra atvinnuflugmanna Kristrún Ágústsdóttir verkfræðinemi við Háskóla Íslands og Steinar Ingi Kolbeins fyrrum varaformaður ungra Sjálfstæðismanna  Fréttagetraun Halldór Kristján Sigurðsson fasteignasali og stofnandi Fjöldakaup is

Are you enjoying this? Are you not? Tell us what to do more of, and what you'd like to hear less of. The Reykjavík Grapevine's Iceland Roundup brings you the top news with a healthy dash of local views. In this episode, Grapevine publisher Jón Trausti Sigurðarson is joined by Heimildin journalist Aðalsteinn Kjartansson, and Grapevine friend and contributor Sindri Eldon to roundup the stories making headlines in recent weeks. On the docket this week are: Ten Since Municipality Elections, But No Majority Coalition Yet Formed In ReykjavíkThe big winner of the Reykjavík municipality elections was The Independence Party. The party's slogan for the city elections was Strax-D or Immediately-D, yet 10 days after the election, with no new coalition in sight, voters may start to wonder what exactly “immediately” actually means.Iceland N-Korean Friendship Association Formed During PsychosisThe founder of the Iceland - North Korean Friendship Association told visir.is she had been in a pshcosis when the association was formed. Mia Marcelina Alexa Guðmundsdóttir founded the association back in 2022 along with a Sunneva Náttsól. According to Mia, she at that point, she supported extreme interpretation of communism. She now says, in a op-ed she published on visir.is, that psychosis had caused her to support extreme, simplified ideology, which she does not support anymore.Icelandair Flights Keep Getting CancelledNumerous Icelandair flights have been cancelled in the past days and weeks because of the airline being unable to get pilots to pilot their plains. While the pilots don't explicitly say why this is, on the face of it it looks to be a part of a debate between the airline and the pilots that work for it, with regards to Icelandair possibly moving parts of their operations abroad, probably to get out of the baggage of paying Icelandic salaries to crews.Do The Icelandic Fisheries Own Everything In Iceland?A new parliamentary report addresses the ownership of Icelandic fisheries in other sectors of the economy. However, the report has been reported for being too limited in its definitions of what is and isn't owned by the fisheries, and one parliamentarian said that the report only caught the “top of the Iceberg” that is that sectors ownership in Icelandic businesses.Nobody Wants A Ferris Wheel In Reykjavík, AgainDuring the past few summers, a ferries wheel has been operated by Reykjavík's harbor, to little enthusiasm by the locals, and what seems like little attendance. The mayor of Reykjavík has suggested that the ferries wheel should be put up yet again, but locals have started a petition to oppose the motion.The Synthetic Windpipe Scandal, Paolo Machiarini and IcelandA tort case filed by against the Icelandic state by the widow of Andemariams Teklesenbet Beyene, who had a synthetic trachea implant in Sweden in a procedure performed by Paolo Macchiarini in 2011, was concluded last week, with the widow winning the caseSupport the show------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SHOW SUPPORTDonate to the Grapevine here:https://support.grapevine.isYou can also support the Grapevine by shopping in our online store:https://shop.grapevine.is------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This is a Reykjavík Grapevine podcast.The Reykjavík Grapevine is a free alternative magazine in English published 18 times per year, biweekly during the spring and summer, and monthly during the autumn and winter. The magazine covers everything Iceland-related, with a special focus culture, music, food and travel. The Reykjavík Grapevine's goal is to serve as a trustworthy and reliable source of information for those living in Iceland, visiting Iceland or interested in Iceland. Thanks to our dedicated readership and excellent distribution network, the Reykjavík Grapevine is Iceland's most read English-language publication.You may not agree with what we write or publish, but at least it's not sponsored content.www.grapevine.is

Bítið á Bylgjunni með Heimi, Lilju og Ómari. Hrönn Stefánsdóttir, formaður Gigtarfélags Íslands, settist niður með okkur og ræddi gigt.  Ragnar Sigurður Kristjánsson, hagfræðingur Viðskiptaráðs Íslands, fór yfir úttekt á örorkubótakerfinu. Þorsteinn Siglaugsson, sérfræðingur í röklegu umbótaferli, ræddi við okkur um Icelandair og vandræðin þar. Eiríkur Bergmann og Hulda Þórisdóttir, stjórnendur Skuggavaldsins, ræddu samsæriskenningar um geimverur og geimför. Jóhannes Haukur, leikari mætti til okkar og ræddi um He-man-myndina. Sigga Ósk, Ungfrú Ísland, settist niður með okkur og fór yfir það sem er á döfinni hjá henni. Aron Guðmundsson, íþróttafréttamaður Sýnar, fór yfir síðustu umferðina í enska boltanum. Einar Sveinbjörnsson, veðurfræðingur Vegagerðarinnar og hjá Blika.is, fór yfir hretið sem kemur mögulega á fimmtudag.  

Upptaka frá ”live podcast” viðburði Icelandair sem haldinn var í samvinnu við Flugvarpið 7. maí 2026. Rætt er við þau Lindu Gunnarsdóttur director chief pilots office, Snorra Tómasson director network and scheduling og Guðberg Ólafsson manager operations control center. Spjallað er um starf þeirra hjá Icelandair og hvernig mismunandi deildir félagsins vinna í sameiningu við að halda tengimiðstöðinni í Keflavík og öllu flugi félagsins í gangi, alla daga allt árið um kring. Áhugavert spjall sem veitir örlitla innsýn í flókin verkefni við rekstur Icelandair.

Along with hearing about volcanoes, waterfalls, black sand beaches, and gorgeous landscapes, one of the biggest things people associate with Iceland is how expensive it is. And honestly, that conversation comes up constantly. It's one of the most common questions when I am helping travelers planning their first trip here. Iceland has built a reputation online for being adventurous and fascinating, but also very expensive. And to be fair, it absolutely can be. Publications like Travel + Leisure have even ranked Iceland among the most expensive travel destinations in the world. From my perspective as someone who has lived in Iceland since 2016 and helped thousands of travelers through my podcast, social media channels, private consultations, and my in-depth video course, The Savvy Traveler's Guide to Iceland, what stands out to me is this: most people don't create a realistic budget for Iceland. Inside This 5-Day Iceland Budget Guide Knowing where to start with Budgeting for 5-days in Iceland Why the Season You Visit Changes Your Entire Budget What Kind of Iceland Experience Do You Want? Flights to Iceland Accommodations: The Biggest Budget Variable Rental Cars & Iceland’s New Road Tax How to Save on Renting a Car and Camper Van in Iceland The Hidden Iceland Expense Most Travelers Forget: Parking Fees Food Costs in Iceland Activities & Tours: What to Expect Use Discount Codes Strategically to Save Money Unexpected Costs Realistic 5-Day Iceland Budgets by Season Winter Budget Breakdown Shoulder Season Budget Breakdown Summer Budget Breakdown Knowing Where to Start with Budgeting a 5-day Trip for Iceland I think that people don’t always create a realistic budget for Iceland because they don’t know where to start. Travelers are often unsure about  how much to set aside for accommodations, activities, rental cars, food, parking, or even how much the season changes everything. So instead of just throwing random numbers at you, I want to walk you through how I would personally budget for a 5-day trip to Iceland depending on your travel style, the season, and the choices you make while you're here. Because the reality is that a 5-day trip to Iceland could cost one person around $1,300 and another person over $4,000 — and both of them could still have incredible experiences. The Season You Visit Iceland Changes Everything If there's one thing I really want travelers to understand before budgeting for Iceland, it's this: the season you visit impacts almost every single part of your trip. That includes accommodations, rental cars, flights, activities, and even how you spend your time while traveling. I'm honestly not exaggerating when I say that the exact same hotel room can literally double or triple in price depending on the month. For example, a hotel room that costs around $120 per night in winter can easily jump to $250–350 per night in summer. Same room. Same location. Same hotel. The only thing that changed is the season. Now, I don't say that to scare anyone. There are also unique events that can create unusually high prices, like the 2026 total solar eclipse in Iceland, where some accommodations are charging thousands of dollars per night because demand is so intense. That's not the normal reality for Iceland travel, but it does show how much seasonality and demand affect pricing here. Rental cars work exactly the same way. In summer, demand skyrockets, and travelers are often shocked by how quickly prices increase if they wait too long to book. What Kind of Iceland Experience Do You Want? Another huge part of budgeting for Iceland is understanding the type of trip you actually want to have. I think social media sometimes makes this harder because people see inspiration online and accidentally start comparing their budget to someone else's completely different trip. Maybe you want to see the Northern Lights, but you're planning to come in summer, which, by the way, isn't possible because the sun barely sets. Maybe you want to base yourself in Reykjavík and do day trips, or maybe you want to road trip around the country and stay in multiple places. Perhaps you want to rent a camper van or stay in luxury hotels for part of the trip because you're celebrating something special. All of those decisions affect your budget. One thing I regularly help people understand during my private video consultations is that Iceland often looks much smaller on the map than it actually is once you start driving around it. For example, if someone wants to stay in Reykjavík the whole trip but also drive to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, I explain that this is about a five-hour drive one way. That's ten hours of driving in a single day before you even stop at waterfalls, black sand beaches, or anywhere else along the route. That's why route planning matters so much in Iceland, not only for your sanity but also for your budget. Flights to Iceland – Cost per Season Flights to Iceland fluctuate constantly depending on the season, where you're flying from, how early you book, and global fuel prices. For winter, flights are often around $400–700 roundtrip, while summer flights can range from $600–1,200 or even higher. And honestly, airfare pricing lately has become even harder to predict because of global fuel market instability and international conflicts affecting energy prices. Those things trickle into airline pricing too, so whenever I give ranges for Iceland travel costs, I always want people to understand that these numbers are based on averages and trends, not guarantees. One thing I personally recommend is signing up for airline email lists, like Icelandair or Delta Air Lines, because they regularly send flight sales. I also use Google Flights to track pricing trends, and you'd honestly be surprised how much prices can fluctuate from one week to another. Accommodations in Iceland: The Biggest Budget Variable Accommodation is usually where people underestimate costs the most. For budget accommodations like hostels, guesthouses, smaller rooms, or shared bathroom situations, you're generally looking at around $400–700 total for five nights in winter and about $700–1,400+ in summer. For mid-range accommodations, such as private hotel rooms, apartments, or guesthouses with private bathrooms, winter pricing is usually somewhere around $700–1,400 for five nights, while summer can jump to $1,200–2,000+. And yes, summer pricing really can get that high. If you're considering a camper van, that can sometimes help reduce accommodation costs, though prices vary dramatically depending on the vehicle and the season. I always recommend booking accommodations as early as possible for summer travel. Honestly, if you can plan a year in advance, that's ideal. Six months minimum is usually what I suggest if possible. Rental Cars Cost & Iceland's New Road Tax If you're planning to leave Reykjavík, I strongly recommend considering a rental car because it gives you so much flexibility. Winter rental prices for a smaller car are often around $120–150 per day, while SUVs are closer to $170–180 per day. In summer, smaller cars can easily be $150–200+, and SUVs can go even higher depending on the size and capability of the vehicle. For a five-day trip, many travelers spend somewhere between $600–1,200+ once you include gas and insurance. And there's another thing travelers now need to budget for. Starting in 2026, Iceland implemented a kilometer-based road tax system that applies to vehicles, including rental cars. Iceland Kilometer Fee Information Most travelers won't calculate this themselves because rental companies typically include it either as a per-kilometer fee or as a flat daily charge. For example, Go Car Rental Iceland currently charges approximately €10.50 per day as a flat mandatory road tax fee. Fuel prices in Iceland have lowered somewhat since the road tax was introduced, but global events still impact fuel pricing significantly. How to Save on Renting a Car & Camper Van in Iceland Through my discount links with Go Car Rental Iceland and Go Campers, you can save 7% on your rental. Go Car also includes free 4G WiFi, while Go Campers includes a free sleeping bag. And honestly, the WiFi is incredibly useful because you can check weather, road conditions, maps, email, WhatsApp, and social media while driving around Iceland You can head to gorentals.is/allthingsiceland Once you enter your travel dates, the 7% discount is automatically applied. For Go Car:When you get to the extras section, select 4G WiFi. You'll see the price stays the same, even though it has been added.  For Go Campers:Choose a sleeping bag under the “extras” section, and same thing, the total price won't increase. And just so you know, using my link gives me a small commission at no extra cost to you. It's one of the ways you're supporting All Things Iceland and the content I create. So thank you for that. The Hidden Expense in Iceland that Most Travelers Forget: Parking Fees Many waterfalls, black sand beaches, scenic viewpoints, geothermal areas, and hiking spots now charge for parking. This is especially in popular areas like the Golden Circle, South Coast, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and downtown Reykjavík. I've seen this change a lot over the years since I moved here in 2016. There were many places that used to have completely free parking, but because of the increase in tourism, road maintenance, parking lot maintenance, and of course landowners wanting to make money, parking fees have become much more common. I usually recommend budgeting around $80 USD total for parking during a 5-day trip depending on how much driving you're doing. You can also use the Parka app to look up parking fees in advance, which can help a lot with planning. If you're unsure where to go or how to organize your route efficiently, I highly recommend checking out My Iceland Map on Rexby. It includes 350+ personally recommended locations around Iceland that I've visited and enjoyed myself. Food Costs in Iceland Food absolutely adds up in Iceland if you eat every meal out. A casual restaurant meal is usually around $20–35 per person, while a nicer dinner can easily be $40–80+. Coffee and a pastry are often around $10–15, and cocktails in Reykjavík can easily cost over $20 each. For five days, I'd say a budget traveler who cooks some meals or makes sandwiches could probably spend around $150–300, while a mid-range traveler who eats out more regularly could spend around $300–700+. One of my favorite budget hacks is booking accommodations with breakfast included. Then you can eat a larger breakfast, make sandwiches or grab snacks for later, and only pay for dinner out. For groceries, Bónus is generally the cheapest option, while Krónan is another great alternative. And surprisingly, IKEA Iceland is one of the cheapest places to sit down and eat a full meal in Iceland. I’m not suggesting that you eat at IKEA every day but I just think it is fun to share that random information. What to Budget for Activities & Tours in Iceland This category really depends on what type of traveler you are. Some people are perfectly happy exploring waterfalls, scenic drives, geothermal areas, and hiking trails, which can keep costs relatively low. Others want glacier hikes, snorkeling, whale watching, ice caves, and snowmobiling. All of these activities can add up quickly. The Blue Lagoon and Sky Lagoon are generally around $100–150+, glacier hikes are around $100–200+, whale watching tours around $118–150+, and ice cave tours can range from $150–300+ depending on the experience. One of my favorite lower-cost alternatives to the major lagoons is going to a local swimming pool like Laugardalslaug. It has Olympic-sized pools, hot tubs, a cold plunge, slides, and it gives you a chance to experience Icelandic swimming pool culture alongside locals for a fraction of the cost of the lagoons. And if you love museums, there are actually certain times of year when you can visit many for free during events like Winter Lights Festival in February and Menningarnótt (Culture Night) in August. Use Discount Codes & Links to Save Money in Iceland One of the easiest ways to save money in Iceland is by not paying full price when you don't have to. My free Iceland Discount Code Bundle includes discounts for rental cars, camper vans, tours, activities, hotels, outerwear, and more. Most tour discounts are around 10% off, and when you apply those savings across multiple activities, it really does make a noticeable difference in your final trip budget. Always Leave Room for Unexpected Costs This is honestly one of my biggest Iceland budgeting tips overall: always leave room for flexibility. Weather changes quickly in Iceland, and road conditions can shift plans unexpectedly. That could mean rerouting, staying somewhere an extra night, changing accommodations, or adjusting activities because of storms or warnings. Whenever possible, I recommend keeping a few hundred dollars of flexibility in your budget if you can. It just makes the trip feel significantly less stressful. Realistic 5-Day Iceland Budget by Season For winter travel between November and March (excluding holidays), a budget traveler is usually looking at around $1,300–2,000, while a mid-range traveler is closer to $1,800–2,700. Winter tends to be cheaper because hotel demand is lower, rental cars are less expensive, and there are fewer crowds. The trade-off, of course, is less daylight and more unpredictable weather. For summer, budget travelers are usually spending around $1,800–3,000, while mid-range travelers are closer to $2,500–4,000+. Summer costs rise because of peak tourism demand, midnight sun season, easier travel conditions, Highlands access, and limited accommodations. The biggest reason I wanted to make this episode was honestly to help people manage expectations. Iceland can absolutely be expensive. But once you understand how seasonality works, where your biggest expenses are, and how to budget realistically, it becomes much easier to create a trip that works for your finances and travel style. And honestly, being informed ahead of time makes Iceland feel so much less overwhelming. The Random Fact of the Episode Did you know that Iceland has around 41 active volcanic systems — including volcanoes beneath the ocean? According to Náttúra Íslands (Natt.is), a volcano is considered “active” if it has erupted within the last 11,000–12,000 years, which is actually pretty recent in geological terms. The most active volcanic system in Iceland is called Grímsvötn, located in Southeast Iceland. It has erupted on average about once every decade over the last thousand years. Meanwhile, Iceland's largest volcanic system is Bárðarbunga, and many of the country's enormous lava fields were created from eruptions there. What's also fascinating is that volcanic systems in Iceland are often made up of: a central volcano, plus a fissure swarm, all connected to a shared underground magma chamber deep within the Earth's crust. Which honestly explains why Iceland can sometimes feel like you're standing on another planet. Icelandic Word of the Episode ferðakostnaður — travel expenses or cost of travel Pronunciation: FEHR-tha-kost-na-thur This felt like the perfect word for this episode because honestly… that's exactly what we've been talking about the entire time.  In Icelandic: ferð = trip/journey kostnaður = cost/expense So together: ferðakostnaður = the cost of traveling. Example: “Ferðakostnaður á Íslandi getur verið hár á sumrin.” “Travel costs in Iceland can be high during the summer.” And trust me… Icelanders definitely understand this too, especially when traveling around their own country during peak season. Share this with a Friend Facebook Pinterest Threads Email Let’s Be Social Youtube Instagram Tiktok Facebook Þakka þér kærlega fyrir að hlusta og sjáumst fljótlega.

Bítið á Bylgjunni með Lilju, Stefáni og Ómari.  Sveinn Brimar Jónsson lauk nýlega við BA-ritgerð í fjölmiðlafræði við Háskólann á Akureyri þar sem hann fjallar um áhrif og breytingar á íslenskum fjölmiðlum á tímum gervigreindar. Bogi Nils Bogason, forstjóri Icelandair, ræddi við okkur vítt og breitt um flugið. Vigdís Hauksdóttir og Páll Magnússon fóru yfir stóru málin. Theodór Francis Birgisson, Teddinn okkar hjá Lausninni, ræddi um ástina. Fannar Páll Aðalsteinsson, markaðsstjóri 66°Norður, ræddi við okkur um 100 ára afmæli fyrirtækisins.

Join the team for a look at the latest aviation news from around the world and across the UK.  In this week's news, An investigation is currently under way after Icelandair 757's unauthorised low-level flight; Passengers describe EU border 'nightmare'; and the First Qantas A350 for Project Sunrise rolls out of the Airbus factory in France.    And in the military, We look at reports of a US C-130 Hercules that was Targeted in a Violent Attack at Shannon Airport. We will also have Armando's regular review of the aircraft activity and operations in the US/Iran war. We'll also have our regular update on our 600th show which will be on Friday 22nd May. Remember that we're going live at 7pm UK time (1800UTC) and that daylight savings has gone into effect in the UK.  You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +447446975214 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube.

Rætt er við Helgu Brögu Jónsdóttur flugfreyju og eina þekkturstu leikkonu landsins. Hún hefur verið í ferðabransanum í um 40 ár, vann um skeið hjá Ferðaskrifstofu Íslands og hóf flugfreyjuferil sinn hjá Iceland Express árið 2011, áður en hún fór til WOW air og síðar Icelandair þar sem hún starfar í dag. Helga Braga segir hér stuttlega frá ýmsu á sínum langa ferli og rifjar upp skemmtileg atvik og líka erfiðar aðstæður eins og þegar WOW varð gjaldþrota. Hún segist njóta þess mjög í dag að geta sameinað flugfreyjustarfið og leiklistina. Bæði súist um samskipti við fólk og í flugfreyjustarfinu eru samskiptin við fólk alls staðar að úr heiminum. Hressandi spjall við stórskemmtilega konu í fluginu.

Coming up in our May podcast: we discuss why Iceland Air are on the hunt for a terrible photographer, why a three-handed Kodak shooter was spotted on a giant billboard, and the guy who could have used an extra hand juggling fourteen different cameras at the Artemis Launch last month. We look at the watch that is also a light meter, the wallet that is also a memory card holder and the ultimate lens hood which is dead handy if you fly fighter jets. LINKS

gestur dagsins var Jón Karl Ólafsson fyrrverandi forstjóri Icelandair sem hefur komið víða við á löngum ferli og grínast með það að hann sé "fyrrverandi fullt!" Jón Karl talaði í fimmu sinni um fimm lífsviðburði sem breyttu öllu og þar kenndi margra grasa allt frá krabbameinsgreiningu til píanónáms með viðkomu í tannlækningum sem urðu að viðskiptafræði. í síðari hlutanum skoðaði Felix hvað gerðist á deginum

In what ways is connectivity fundamental for development and prosperity in the Arctic region?Joining the conversation are:Sanni N. Breining, Chief Economist at Ramboll Consulting, DenmarkTómas Ingason, Chief Commercial Officer at IcelandairJóhanna á Bergi, CEO of Atlantic AirwaysNauja Bianco, Member of the Board of Directors of Greenland Resources Inc., Canada, and Director of Isuma Consulting, GreenlandThe Session is moderated by Ásdís Pétursdottir, Director Communications & Sustainability at Icelandair.This discussion was recorded live at the Arctic Circle Business Forum, held October 16th to 17th during the 2025 Arctic Circle Assembly, in Reykjavík, Iceland.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.  Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

Episode 250: Lara Returns—London Bonus Day, Recurrent Training, and a Venice Bike-and-Barge AdventureTyler and Monique celebrate the podcast's 250th episode by welcoming back longtime guest Laura, who shares updates from flying to London again, joining a company-wide ambassador program to reinvigorate employees, and receiving praise from a passenger who said she felt like she was in first class. The hosts discuss non-rev travel frustrations, a canceled Seattle aerospace dinner trip, and an airport internet outage that forced manual boarding processes. Laura recounts a London “bonus day” after a cancellation, visits to the Churchill War Rooms and Borough Market, and the quirks of recurrent training drills where she initially failed due to hand-position critiques before passing. She also details a Venice-to-Mantua, Italy bike-and-barge trip, including e-bikes, onboard meals, a fall on day one, and successful Air France and American non-rev upgrades. The episode ends with notes on aviation stories, including an Icelandair low flyby and Hulu's “Sky King,” and thanks to StaffTraveler.00:00 Welcome Back, Lara05:07 Travel Envy And Moving09:38 Work Updates And Ambassador Role18:24 London Return And Pen Story23:19 Bonus Day London Adventure29:01 Recurrent Training Drama34:23 Icelandair Flyby Debate35:55 Sky King Hulu Breakdown40:31 Airport Internet Outage41:57 System Outage Chaos43:10 Managers Missing the Point46:11 Nonstop Thanks Pilot Story48:39 Bike and Barge Explained53:07 Venice Nonrev Adventures01:00:34 E-Bike Wipeout Karma01:03:02 Costs Tips and Bell Rules01:09:44 Check-In Drama and Upgrades01:13:47 StaffTraveler Updates01:18:43 Automation and Future Jobs01:20:27 Birthday Plans and Wrap-UpCheck out Route Explore from StaffTraveler   https://route-explorer.com/StaffTraveler wants our feedback to help build Route Explore before it is officially released.  Send any feedback to support@stafftraveler.comStaffTraveler is offering a 10% code for any of our listeners who buy their eSIM.Use the Promo code ST10NONREVLOUNGE  https://share.stafftraveler.com/nrl-esim✈StaffTraveler is a great app that can assist your non-rev travels! Use it to find the loads for your non-rev travel! Use this to sign up:https://stafftraveler.com/nonrevlounge

Rætt er við Guðrúnu Hrefnu Kolbeinsdóttur flugvirkja hjá Icelandair um hennar starf við skipulagningu á viðhaldi flugvéla sem hún hefur starfað við í á annan áratug. Guðrún Hrefna segir líka frá því hvernig það kom til að hún fór í flugvirkjanámið á sínum tíma til Danmerkur og hvernig hún fann sína fjöl þar þrátt fyrir að hafa aldrei í bernsku haft sérstakan áhuga á að gera við og laga hluti. Guðrún Hrefna er af Suðurnesjunum og er ein þeirra sem bjó í Grindavík þegar rýma þurfti bæinn vegna jarðhræringa og býr nú Keflavík. Áhugavert spjall við öfluga konu þar sem sjónum er beint að fjölbreyttum störfum flugvirkja og ekki síst skipulagi viðhalds á farþegaþotum í dag.

Join the team for a look at the latest aviation news from around the world and across the UK.  It's a .5 show to make up a few episodes towards our 600th but who's really counting? In this week's show: An investigation is currently under way after Icelandair 757's unauthorised low-level flight; Passengers describe EU border 'nightmare'; and the First Qantas A350 for Project Sunrise rolls out of the Airbus factory in France.    In the military:  We look at reports of a US C-130 Hercules that was Targeted in a Violent Attack at Shannon Airport. We will also have Armando's regular review of the aircraft activity and operations in the US/Iran war. We'll also have our regular update on our 600th show which will be on Friday 22nd May. Remember that we're going live at 7pm UK time (1800UTC) and that daylight savings has gone into effect in the UK.  You can get in touch with us all at : WhatsApp +447446975214 Email podcast@planetalkinguk.com or comment in our chatroom on YouTube.

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Are you enjoying this? Are you not? Tell us what to do more of, and what you'd like to hear less of. The Reykjavík Grapevine's Iceland Roundup brings you the top news with a dash of local views. In this episode, Grapevine publisher Jón Trausti Sigurðarson is joined by Grapevine editor-in-chief Bart Cameron, and Grapevine friend and contributor Sindri Eldon to roundup the stories making headlines in the past week. On the docket this week are: Pop Legend Björgvin Halldórsson PassesBjörgvin Halldórsson passed on April 9th last week, a week short of his 75th birthday. Björgvin, or “Bo” may be a bit hard to explain to non-Icelandic audiences, but he started out as Iceland's first teen pop-star in the late 60s, and went on to have a prolific music career and series of hits, along with becoming a larger-than-life character in Icelandic life.Eleven “parties” in the running in Reykjavík's upcoming municipality elections. One “party” in the town of VopnafjörðurThe municipality elections will take place for all municipalities in Iceland, on 16 May. Excitement seems to vary between places, as eleven entities turned in a candidate list for the elections in Reykjavík, while one such list of candidates was sent in for the elections in Vopnafjörður, east Iceland.Icelandair Pilot On Last Flight, “Hedgehops” Over HometownLast Friday, an Icelandair passenger jet flying to Keflavík from Frankfurt, made a very low and unauthorized flyover over the Westman Islands. The pilot was celebrating his last flight, by flying low over his home town, and as is reported, much to the satisfaction of the passengers onboard, but to the chagrin of the residents of the Westman Islands. Man Wakes Up, Sees Notice Of Own Demise In NewspaperSölvi Guðmundarson woke up last Friday to the unpleasant experience of reading about his own death in Iceland's last remaining daily paper, Morgunblaðið.Government Announces Three Pronged Plan To Battle InflationIn short, the government announced that they'd be 1) lowering VAT on fuel from 25% to 11%, 2) more diligently watching changes in prices, 3) Spending 500 million ISK to increase access to EV charging stations. Opposition members were unsurprisingly unimpressed, but so were union leaders.New Report On The Town Of Grindavík, Advices Against Families With Children Moving To The Town. The report was met with little enthusiasm by some of the Support the show------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SHOW SUPPORTSupport the Grapevine's reporting by becoming a member of our High Five Club: https://grapevine.is/high-five-club/Or donate to the Grapevine here:https://support.grapevine.isYou can also support the Grapevine by shopping in our online store:https://shop.grapevine.is------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This is a Reykjavík Grapevine podcast.The Reykjavík Grapevine is a free alternative magazine in English published 18 times per year, biweekly during the spring and summer, and monthly during the autumn and winter. The magazine covers everything Iceland-related, with a special focus culture, music, food and travel. The Reykjavík Grapevine's goal is to serve as a trustworthy and reliable source of information for those living in Iceland, visiting Iceland or interested in Iceland. Thanks to our dedicated readership and excellent distribution network, the Reykjavík Grapevine is Iceland's most read English-language publication.You may not agree with what we write or publish, but at least it's not sponsored content.www.grapevine.is

Would you let your partner plan your wedding convoy? Well, one groom in China did exactly that and showed up with nine septic tank trucks on his big day. Plus, if your partner takes terrible photos, don’t worry, it might actually earn you a free trip to Iceland worth S$68,000. On What’s Trending, Debbie Yong and Alexandra Parada talk about a viral septic truck wedding that’s dividing opinions, and Icelandair’s search for the world’s worst photographer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rætt er við Boga Nils Bogason forstjóra Icelandair í tilefni af viljayfirlýsingu sem félagið hefur skrifað undir um að hefja viðræður um möguleg kaup á 49% hlut í félaginu Fly Play Europe, sem er skráð á Möltu og er með flugrekstrarleyfi þar. Félagið var stofnað af íslenska flugfélaginu Play þegar það var í rekstri og er í eigu íslenskra fjárfesta, þar á meðal lífeyrissjóða. Bogi Nils fer yfir hvers vegna þetta er talið álitlegt fyrir Icelandair og um möguleika sem þetta skapar í að víkka út starfsemi félagsins. Einnig er stuttlega komið inn á ástand heimsmála, hækkun eldsneytisverðs og íslenskan vinnumarkað.

Icelandair upplýsti í morgun að félagið ætti í viðræðum um kaup á 49 prósenta hlut í Fly Play Europe þar sem helstu verðmætin eru flugrekstrarleyfi á Möltu. Bogi Nils Bogason, forstjóri Icelandair, segir kaupin geta falið í sér tækifæri til aukins sveigjanleika í starfseminni og til að einfalda flota Icelandair hér á landi. Um helgina lágu fyrir úrslit í kosningum um sameiningu Árneshrepps og Kaldrananeshrepps og var sameiningin samþykkt í báðum sveitarfélögum. Íbúakosning um sameininguna stóð frá 14. til 28. mars. Þetta eru fámenn sveitarfélög, tvö af fimm fámennustu sveitarfélögum landsins, en íbúar sameinaðs sveitarfélags verða 177 miðað við íbúafjölda 1. janúar. Í dag hófst austur á Indlandi viðamesta - og metnaðarfyllsta - manntal sem gert hefur verið í mannkynssögunni. Þar eiga yfir þrjár milljónir karla og kvenna, að telja um 1,4 milljarða landa sinna og afla um leið alls kyns upplýsinga um aðstæður þeirra, trú, efnahag, stétt og fleira. Áætlað er að þetta risaverkefni taki eitt ár og ljúki 31. mars á næsta ári.

Í þættinum er rætt við Dr. Sunjoo Advani forstjóra og stofnanda IDT (International Development of Technology) sem Boeing hefur kallað guðfaðir UPRT (Upset Prevention and Recovery Training) þjálfunar í heiminum. Tilefni heimsóknar Dr. Sunjoo til Íslands að þessu sinni er samstarf IDT og þjálfunardeildar Icelandair. Hann segir að rétt þjálfun flugmanna sé meginatriðið í að koma í veg fyrir slys eins og þau sem valdið hafa flestum banaslysum í farþegaflugi í heiminum á síðustu árum. Þau eru flest rakin til þess að flugmenn hafa af einhverjum orsökum misst stjórn á flugvélinni og í kjölfarið ekki náð að fljúga vélinni út úr slíkum aðstæðum þar sem flugvélin er komin langt út fyrir það sem kallast getur venjulegt flug. Flugvélin verður það sem skilgreint er sem „UPSET“. Dr. Sunjoo segir samvinnu allra hagsmunaaðila í flugi vera lykil að góðum árangri og hrósar samstarfi þjálfunardeildar Icelandair, Landhelgisgæslunnar og Samgöngustofu í þessum efnum. Fróðlegt spjall við merkan mann sem hefur um áratuga skeið verið í forystu á alþjóðavettvangi fyrir bættu öryggi í atvinnuflugi.

Þórarinn ræðir við Stefán Einar Stefánsson, blaðamann og þáttastjórnanda Spursmála sem hann heldur úti fyrir hönd Morgunblaðsins.Í upphafi þáttar er rætt um ítök ríkisvaldisins í öllu er varðar mannlegt líf. Hann telur jafnréttisstofu vera áþekka klerkastjórn Íran á sumum sviðum og að leggja ætti hana niður ásamt fjölmiðlanefnd.Auk þess er rætt um ESB en Stefán telur að innganga Íslands yrði óheillaskref fyrir Íslendinga þar sem lönd sambandsins eru að verða eftir í öllu er varðar samkeppni.Í hlaðvarpinu eru menningarheimar ræddir. Stefán telur viðhorf múslima ekki samrýmast Vestrænum gildum og að mikilvægt sé að þeir sem hingað komi aðlagist íslensku samfélagi.Önnur málefni sem eru rædd eru stríðið í Íran, Valkyrjurnar, orkumál, Iceland Air, hverju má gera grín af og margt fleira.- Afhverju mæta Valkyrjurnar ekki til Stefáns í Spursmál?- Er hinn Vestræni heimur og hinn íslamski ósamrýmanlegir?- Er jafnréttisstofa álíka þenkjandi og klerkastjórnin í Íran?Til að fá þætti hlaðvarpsins án auglýsinga og undan öðrum má fara inn á: www.pardus.is/einpaeling eða Leggja málstaðnum lið með því að greiða inn á:  Rkn. 0370-26-440408Kt. 4404230270  Samstarfsaðilar:  Poulsen  Happy Hydrate  Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur  Alvörubón  FiskhúsiðHeitirpottar.isHrafnadalur.isHarðfiskur:500g - 7.500 ISK1 kg - 14.000/kg - Heimsent2 Kg - 13.000/kg - Heimsent4 kg - 12.000/kg - HeimsentPantið með því að senda email á Hrafnadalur@proton.meHappy Hydrate kóði: EINPAELING25

Öll viðtölin úr þætti dagsins ásamt símatíma: Páll Pálsson fasteignasali um samanburð á fasteignamörkuðum Íslands, Þýskalands og Írlands Jón Bjarnason fyrrverandi fyrrverandi ráðherra um ESB Símatími Jón Karl Ólafsson fyrrverandi forstjóri Icelandair og sérfræðingur í flugrekstri um lágt gengi Icelandair Jóhann Páll Jóhannsson umhverfis- orku og loftslagsráðherra um að rýmka eignarnámsheimildir stjórnvalda í opinberum framkvæmdum. Andri Hrafn Sigurðsson sálfræðingur 

Í þættinum er fjallað um atburðina þann 26. febrúar þegar veðurskilyrði í Keflavík breyttust undraskjótt sem olli því að margar farþegaþotur og fleiri flugvélar urðu frá að hverfa og neyddust til að lenda á sínum varaflugvöllum í Reykjavík og á Akureyri og á Egilsstöðum. Varaflugvellirnir sönnuðu svo sannarlega gildi sitt þennan dag og á allt starfsfólk í fluginu sem að kom mikið hrós skilið fyrir fagleg vinnubrögð á öllum stigum. Í þættinum er rætt við Einar Sveinbjörnsson veðurfræðing um veðrið sem skall á suðvesturhorni landsins þennan dag, um veðurspárnar og hvenrig megi mögulega bæta þær. Ásgeir Gunnar Stefánsson aðstoðar-yfirflugstjóri Icelandair fer yfir viðbrögð félagsins þegar 15 farþegaþotur þess urðu frá að hverfa í Keflavík og loks er rætt við Sigrúnu Björk Jakobsdóttur framkvæmdastjóra innanlandsflugvalla ISAVIA um viðbrögð á varaflugvöllunum og hvað læra megi af þessum viðburði.

Gestir þáttarins eru systkynin Anna María og Róbert Magnús Kristmundsbörn sem hafa bæði áratuga reynslu úr flugheimunum, hún sem flugfreyja og hann sem flugstjóri. Bæði fengum þau “flugbakteríuna” í vöggugjöf því faðir þeirra Kristmundur Magnússon var loftskeytamaður og síðar flugstjóri fyrir ýmis flugfélög víðs vegar um heiminn. Anna María hóf sinn feril í fluginu hjá Air Atlanta en starfar í dag sem flugfreyja hjá Icelandair þar sem hún er m.a. að sinna VIP ferðum á vegum Loftleiða. Róbert Magnús er yfirflugstjóri hjá Air Atlanta, sem fagnar 40 ára afmæli á þessu ári. Þar er í nógu að snúast við að bæta við breiðþotum og ráða fólk til starfa í ört stækkandi fyrirtæki. Nítjánda breiðþota félagsins er væntanleg í vor.

Rætt er við Boga Nils Bogason forstjóra Icelandair í tilefni af uppgjöri félagisns fyrir árið 2025 sem nú er búið að birta. Þrátt fyrir sterkan fjórða ársfjórðung, góða stundvísi og góða sætanýtingu hjá félaginu þá er niðurstaðan sú að EBIT tapið nam 2,2 milljörðum króna og tap eftir skatta um 1,2 milljörðum. Rætt er um stöðu félagsins og horfurnar framundan, umhverfisskatta, kjarasamninga, flotamálin, hluthafana, innanlandsflugið og margt fleira.

Þáttur #141 er kominn í loftið. Í þessum áramótaþætti er farið yfir ýmsar helstu fréttir úr fluginu á árinu 2025 og spáð í útlit og horfur fyrir 2026. Gestir þáttarins þekkja vel til í flugmálum þeir Kristján Már Unnarsson fréttamaður og Matthías Sveinbjörnsson forseti Flugmálafélags Íslands. Rætt er um Icelandair og flotamálin, fall Play og fækkun flugfélaga, nýjan ráðherra flugmála, pólitíkina kringum Reykjavíkurflugvöll og stefnu nýrrar ríkisstjórnar og margt fleira. Áhugaverður þáttur fyrir alla sem vilja fylgjast með því sem er að gerast í flugmálum okkar Íslendinga.

Öll viðtölin úr þætti dagsins ásamt símatíma: Jói Fel um síðasta neysludag matvæla Heiða Njóla Guðbrandsdóttir forstöðumaður hjá Icelandair um kolefnaskattinn og áhrif hans á fyrirtækið Guðlaugur Þór Þórðarson þingmaður og fyrrverandi umhverfis orku og loftslagsráðherra Símatími Þorvaldur Flemming Jensen um Grænland og nýársávarp Mette Frederiksen forsætisráðherra Danmerkur Ragnar Bjartmarz formaður verkefnastofu um tekjur af ökutækjum og umferð Páll Pálsson fasteignasali um fjölda óseldra eigna í ársbyrjun Kristján Þór Gunnarsson heimilislæknir um titringsplatta

Rætt er við Lindu Gunnarsdóttur yfirflugstjóra Icelandair um fyrirhugaðar ráðningar flugmanna í millilandaflug félagsins. Á annað hundrað flugmenn misstu vinnuna þegar Play fór í þrot í haust og nú auglýsir Icelandair eftir fólki með reynslu á þotu. En hvað á að ráða marga og hvaða vélum eiga þeir að fljúga? Linda svarar þessum spurningum og fleirum í þættinum þar sem farið er stuttlega yfir ferlið framundan, inntökuprófin, þjálfanir, "cadet" prógrammið og fleira.

Rætt er við Lennart Keizer flugmann á Boeing 737 hjá KLM, en hann byrjaði sinn flugmannsferil hjá Icelandair árið 2017 þegar Icelandair réð nokkurn hóp erlendra flugmanna til starfa hjá félaginu. Lennart flutti aftur til heimalandsins í fyrra þegar honum bauðst vinna hjá KLM og er í dag með heimahöfn á Schiphol í Amsterdam, þar sem viðtalið var tekið upp. Lennart lærði flugvirkjun og verkfræði og vann ýmist störf tengd fluginu áður en hann lét af því verða að læra til atvinnuflugmanns. Hann var kominn á fertugsaldur þegar honum bauðst flugmannsstaða hjá Icelandair á Boeing 757 fyrir um 7 árum síðan. Hollendingurinn segir hér frá upplifuninni að koma til Íslands til að vinna sem flugmaður. Spjallað er um muninn á flugrekstri KLM og Icelandair, kosti og galla og af hverju Lennart valdi að snúa aftur heim til Hollands á þessum tímapunkti á ferlinum. Upptakan fór fram í Amsterdam í byrjun desember 2025.

Vi spiller inn ukens episode mandag 8. desember, regnet pøser ned og julestemningen er til å ta og føle på. Norwegian, Widerøe, Norse, Finnair og Icelandair har sluppet novembertall (mens SAS ikke deler), Pegasus kjøper SmartWings og vi har Afrikanyheter! Velkommen ombord på flight 366. Ulykkesflight 366: Aeroflot 366AKTUELTNovembertallNorwegianWiderøeNorse AtlanticFinnairIcelandairAvinors ukestallIsavia forventer passasjertall i 2026Alaska Airlines har fått slots på HeathrowPegasus kjøper SmartWingsAfrikanyhetene: ASKY vil fly til Europa

Rætt er við Björgu Jónasdóttur fyrrverandi flugfreyju hjá Icelandair og áður Loftleiðum um flugfreyjustarfið og ýmsa atburði á hennar langa og fjölbreytta flugferli sem hófst árið 1972 þegar hún var aðeins tvítug að aldri. Björg segir meðal annars frá fyrstu flugferðunum á DC-8, lærdómsferlinu að vinna í pílagrímaflugi á sjöunda áratugnum, leiguflugi á ýmsum fáförnum og framandi slóðum ásamt mörgu fleiru sem á daga hana dreif í starfinu vítt og breitt um heiminn. Björg hóf ferilinn árið 1972 og óhætt að segja að miklar breytingar hafi átt sér stað í starfsumhverfi flugfreyjunnar á árunum og áratugunum þar á eftir, en um leið eru aðrir þættir sem hafa haldist óbreyttir.

Bítið á Bylgjunni með Heimi, Lilju og Ómari.   Jóhanna Klara Stefánsdóttir, sviðsstjóri mannvirkjasviðs Samtaka iðnaðarins, fór yfir skattahækkanir sveitarfélaganna síðustu ár. Heiða Njóla Guðbrandsdóttir, forstöðumaður og verkfræðingur hjá Icelandair, fór yfir skatta og gjöld í þágu umhverfismála þegar kemur að flugrekstri.   Torfi Jóhannesson, ráðgjafi og stofnandi Nordic Insights, ræddi við okkur um fæðuöryggi.   Rósa Guðbjartsdóttir, þingmaður Sjálfstæðisflokks, ræddi um hlutverk fjölmiðlanefndar og hvort hlaðvörp séu fjölmiðill.   Jón Pétur Zimsen, þingmaður Sjálfstæðisflokks, ræddi við okkur um jafnréttismál.   Baldur Már Helgason, framkvæmdastjóri viðskipta hjá Heimum, ræddi stækkun í Smáralind.   Arinbjörn Hauksson frá Elko mætti í Græjuhornið.

Rætt er við Heiðu Njólu Guðbrandsdóttur verkfræðing og forstöðumann hjá Icelandair um þann gríðarlega kostnað sem fellur á íslensk flugfélög í formi umhverfisskatta- og gjalda, en hún er sérfræðingur í margs konar kerfum sem sett hafa verið á flugfélögin í nafni loftlagsmála. Heiða Njóla útskýrir í þættinum hvernig ETS viðskiptakerfi Evrópusambandsins með losunarheimildir virkar og hver þróunin hefur verið og fer yfir plönin framundan. Annar vaxandi kostnaðarliður í rekstri flugfélaga er SAF eða sjálfbært eldsneyti og hefur ESB sett reglur um að notkun á því skuli margfaldast á næstu árum. Þá er einnig til kerfi á vegum ICAO Alþjóðaflugmálastofnunarinnar sem kallast CORSIA og heldur utan um losun gróðurhúsalofttegunda í alþjóðaflugi, svo eitthvað sé nefnt. Öll þessi kerfi þýða marga milljarða króna kostnað á ári fyrir félag eins og Icelandair og útfærslan þýðir að Ísland ber langhæstu kostnaðarbyrðar allra landa Evrópu í formi loftlagsskatta. Núverandi plön og regluverk gerir ráð fyrir að þessi kostnaður muni bara hækka á næstu árum og það verulega. Áhugavert og upplýsandi viðtal um stöðu flugsins í þessu samhengi.

Rætt er við Arnar Má Magnússon nýjan framkvæmdastjóra flugrekstrarsviðs Icelandair, en hann tók nýlega við stöðunni samhliða skipulagsbreytingum sem gerðar voru hjá félaginu til að einfalda yfirstjórnina. Arnar Már er atvinnuflugmaður og hefur að auki langa reynslu af flugrekstri. Hann var forstjóri Play og einn af stofnendum þess, var yfirflugstjóri og flugrekstrarstjóri hjá WOW og þar áður starfaði hann sem flugstjóri hjá flugfélaginu RyanAir. Arnar fer í þættinum stuttlega yfir sinn feril, aðdragandann að stofnun Play og ekki síst um stöðu Icelandair í dag og stór verkefni sem þar blasa við til að koma félaginu í sjálfbæran rekstur aftur.

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, JG resurrects one of America's strangest carnival legends: the so-called “Mummy of John Wilkes Booth.” What begins with a mysterious deathbed confession unravels into a 60-year sideshow tour involving embalmed drifters, Civil War conspiracy theories, broken limbs, arsenic preservation, and a carnival circuit that cashed in on America's morbid curiosity. Was the assassin of Abraham Lincoln secretly living under an alias in Texas? Or was his mummified “corpse” just another brilliant piece of ballyhoo? JG digs into eyewitness accounts, bizarre examinations by 1930s physicians, and the odd legacy of Memphis lawyer Finis L. Bates—whose obsession might have created the blueprint for modern macabre tourism. Then, Kat travels to Bern, Switzerland, to explore one of Europe's most unsettling—and surprisingly misunderstood—public monuments: the 16th-century Kindlifresserbrunnen, the “Child-Eater of Bern.” Is this towering baby-devouring ogre a warning rooted in antisemitism? A Renaissance reinterpretation of the Greek titan Cronus? Or simply a nightmare-inducing way to keep children from misbehaving? Kat dives into competing theories, Renaissance symbolism, and the long, strange history of fear-based folklore carved into stone. Stick around for weird Google search stats, existential cat-judgment queries, and why Icelandair may be your gateway to ogre-themed tourism. It's history, horror, hilarity, and human oddness—exactly what you come here for. This Box contains the following ingredients: John Wilkes Booth mummy, Finis L. Bates, David E. George, carnival sideshow history, American oddities, Kindlifresserbrunnen, Child-Eater of Bern, Swiss folklore, Cronus statue, Renaissance sculpture, weird history podcast, bizarre monuments, true oddities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bogi Nils Bogason, forstjóri Icelandair, ræðir um stöðu félagsins, flókna stöðu í alþjóðakerfinu sem hefur áhrif á reksturinn, hvort og þá hvernig hægt sé að bæta reksturinn, komandi kjarasamninga, framtíðarhorfur, flotamál og fyrirhugaða áfangastaði, erlenda samkeppni, skattastefnu stjórnvalda og margt fleira.

Today we find out about SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental in Tirol, plus we look at a new women only ski touring to Iceland We also have snow reports from the opening day of the season in Verbier and Sunshine Valley – the first ski resort to open in Canada. ---------  Tirol in Austria sponsors The Ski Podcast, which means that this winter we'll be able to find out more about some of the great destinations in Tirol, and how you can connect with ‘Lebensgefühl' - the wonderful ‘feeling of life' you can find there. --------- SHOW NOTES Nickie Mabey is founder of Mabey Ski (1:45) Rob Rees reported on Slovenia in Episode 207 (3:00) Listen to Episode 186 for tips on autumn skiing in Austria (5:45) Robin Shah reported from Verbier (6:00) Check out Xavier De La Rue's Insta from opening weekend (7:45) Kendra Scurfield reported from Sunshine Valley in Canada (8:20) In Episode 219, Laax was strongly linked as possible acquisition by Vail Resorts (11:00) Laax has now bought its own lifts as defensive measure (11:15) Where is SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental (12:15) How to get to SkiWelt (12:30) It's easy to travel to by train – there is a Nightjet package (13:00) There are 275km pistes and over 80 lifts (14:00) Ski resorts in the SkiWelt include Brixen im Thale, Ellmau, Going, Hopfgarten, Itter, Scheffau, Söll and Westendorf The SkiWelt region was created in 1977 (14:45) You can ski the SkiWelt Tour circuit (15:45) Children up to the age of 15 get free lift tickets in low season (16:45) Another great idea is the Young Family Ski Pass SkiWelt uses 100% green electricity from hydro power (17:45) There are over 80 mountain huts in the SkiWelt (18:30) Austria's highest revolving restaurant is at the Hohe Salve (19:00) In Episode 256 Betony Garner told us about her all female ski touring trip to Tromso (22:00) Nickie's connection to skiing goes back to 1912 (22:30) She founded Mabey Ski in 2017 (25:00) Maybe Ski is putting on a women's only ski touring tripto Iceland (25:30) Sara Sigurdardottir is an Icelandair pilot (26:00) The Troll Peninsula (27:30) Iceland is famous for its geothermal pools (29:30) Feedback (31:45) You can leave a comment on Spotify, Instagram or Facebook – our handle is @theskipodcast – or drop me an email to theskipodcast@gmail.com. You can also also follow us on WhatsApp for exclusive material released ahead of the podcast. Immanuel John: “Loved the Innsbruck in Tirol episode” Matt Hayes: “Keep up the great work on the podcast”  Ster at Snowheads: “The Bladon Lines and Fiona Easdale episodes are some of the most interesting and engaging I have heard, but the ‘How to become a Ski Patroller' episode with Tom Greenall must be the best of the lot.” There are now 280 episodes of The Ski Podcast to catch up with. There is so much in our back catalogue - just go to theskipodcast.com, have a search around the tags and categories and you're bound to find something you'll find interesting about our wonderful world of skiing and snowboarding.  If you'd like to help the podcast, there are three things you can do:  -          you can follow us, or subscribe, so you never miss an episode -          you can give us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a comment on Spotify -          if you're booking ski hire, you can save money on your ski hire with Intersport Ski Hire by using the code ‘SKIPODCAST' or simply take this link for your discount to be automatically applied

Rætt er við Boga Nils Bogason forstjóra Icelandair í tilefni af uppgjöri félagsins eftir fyrstu 9 mánuði ársins 2025. Þrátt fyrir auknar tekjur og ýmis jákvæð teikn í rekstrinum olli rekstrarniðurstaðan vonbrigðum og spáð er tapi á rekstri félagsins í árslok. Eftir 8 ár af ósjálfbærum rekstri segir forstjórinn nauðsynlegt að snúa rekstrinum við eigi síðar en á næsta ári. Hann segir nauðsynlegt að félagið verði samkeppnisfært og gagnrýnir misvitur gjöld í nafni umhverfisins sem virki ekki og valda félaginu gríðarlegum kostnaði. Bogi varar líka við auknum sköttum á flugrekstur og ferðaþjónustuna og gagnrýnir harðlega vinnubrögð innviðaráðherra nýlega þegar sett var reglugerð eftirá í kjölfar falls Play. Ýmis önnur viðfangsefni ber á góma í spjallinu við Boga eins og breytingar á flotamálum, kjarasamninga og áframhaldandi harða samkeppni við stærstu flugfélög Evrópu og Norður-Ameríku.

Hér er á ferðinni upptaka frá afmælisviðburði Flugvarpsins í tilefni af 5 ára afmæli hlaðvarps Íslendinga um flugmál. Ljúfir tónar jasskvintetts Jóns Harðar flugstjóra tóku á móti gestum og á sviðinu var tekið hressilegt spjall um flugmálin við nokkra frábæra viðmælendur og sögur sagðar. Fyrst stigu á sviðið tveir menn sem hafa með orðum og gerðum verið mikið í umræðunni síðustu vikurnar, þeir Jón Þór Þorvaldsson formaður FÍA og Eyjólfur Ármannsson ráðherra flugmála. Að því búnu ræddu þau Linda Gunnarsdóttir yfirflugstjóri Icelandair og Matthías Sveinbjörnsson forseti Flugmálafélagsins um ógnir og tækfæri í flugheiminum. Baldvin Már Hermannsson forstjóri Air Atlanta var svo aðalgestur kvöldsins og fór yfir ótrúlega öfluga starfsemi félagsins víða um heim, umbreytingu félagsins á síðustu árum og hvernig framtíðarhorfurnar blasa við honum. Að endingu steig Jóhann Skírnisson fyrrum flugstjóri og "bush pilot" á svið og sagði nokkrar skemmtisögur.

Við sóttum ársfund Samtaka atvinnulífsins (SA) sem haldinn var í dag og förum yfir allt það helsta í sérstökum aukaþætti Þjóðmála. Rætt er við Jón Ólaf Halldórsson, formann SA, Andrés Magnússon, fulltrúa ritstjóra á Morgunblaðinu, Boga Nils Bogason, forstjóra Icelandair, og Helgu Árnadóttur, framkvæmdastjóra hjá Bláa lóninu.

Send us a textWelcome to What's Up in Business Travel for Week 36 of 2025.  This is a weekly podcast where we update you on what's up this week in the world of business travel.  This podcast is great for those who need to know what's happening all in under 15 minutes.On this week's podcast, we covered the following stories -OTAs spend over $5B in Q2 marketing spendFAA ‘safety alert' warns airlinesJudge grants Spirit access to emergency fundingU.S. to increase ESTA FeeJetBlue targets struggling SpiritAvelo places order for 50 planesUnited & ITA codesharing beginsAmadeus and BAGTAG partner for EBT updatesAlaska Airlines and Icelandair expand codeshareSpiceJet signs Interline Agreement with Gulf AirAir India partners with Avis IndiaUber app to get Blade electric air taxisAmazon launches its Robotaxi Service in Las VegasAir France starts free Wi-Fi rolloutYou can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on your favorite podcast player or visiting BusinessTravel360.comThis podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

Rætt er við Ásgeir Bjarna Lárusson framkvæmdastjóra CAE Icelandair training í Hafnarfirði um breytingar á starfseminni í tengslum við nýjan flughermi af gerðinni Airbus 320. Nýi hermirinn hefur nú hlotið alla formlega vottun frá eftirlitsaðilum og er tilbúinn til notkunar. Ásgeir Bjarni fer yfir þetta ferli og segir frá öflugri starfsemi í þjálfunarsetrinu sem hann hefur stýrt síðustu árin, en hann hefur áralanga reynslu í ýmsum störfum innan Icelandair.

Looking for the hottest travel deals right now? In this episode, we cover Frontier Airlines' GoWild! 2026–27 Pass that gives you 20 months of unlimited flights for just $299, a $69 Frontier status match to Gold with free carry-on and upgrades, an Icelandair sale with Europe fares from $385, and a free Iceland stopover, plus how to boost your Delta SkyMiles by earning more Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQDs) through Delta Vacations. This week, we're diving into four amazing travel deals that can save you big and get you closer to your next adventure. From unlimited flights and fast-tracked airline status to cheap European fares with a free Iceland stopover, and a SkyMiles hack for boosting your Medallion status — these are the deals you won't want to miss. Some links are affiliate links. See our disclosure. Want even more exclusive travel deals emailed straight to your inbox? Join Travel Deal Insiders at sunshinetravelers.com/deals and use code PODCAST to unlock your membership for just $50/year ✈️ Travel more. Spend less. Skip the Search. See These Deals Here! 1. Frontier GoWild! 2026–27 Annual Pass Lock in 20 months of unlimited flights for just $299 (regularly $599). Start flying right away through April 2027 with $0.01 fares + taxes/fees. Perfect for flexible travelers who want to maximize their trips. Deal ends Sept 5. Grab the GoWild Pass 2. Frontier $69 Status Match to Gold For just $69, jump to Frontier Miles Gold if you hold a loyalty account with Southwest, JetBlue, Spirit, or Alaska. Enjoy free carry-on bags, seat assignments, priority boarding, and complimentary upgrades — perks that last through December 2026. Apply for Frontier Status Match 3. Icelandair Europe Sale + Free Stopover Roundtrip flights to Iceland from $329 and Europe from $385 (Dublin, Stockholm, Barcelona, Milan, Helsinki). Plus, add a free Iceland stopover to see two destinations in one trip. Travel Sept 15, 2025 – Mar 20, 2026. Book by Sept 10. Book Icelandair Sale 4. Delta Vacations – SkyMiles Medallion Boost Earn $1 MQD for every $1 spent on Delta Vacations packages when booked through a travel advisor. Flights, hotels, transfers, and even activities all count. A simple way to reach your next Medallion tier before year-end while taking an unforgettable getaway. Book Delta Vacations And at Sunshine Travelers Experiences, we can help you quote and book your next vacation with Delta Vacations, go to sunxtravel.com and click on plan your trip to let us know where you want to go next. Disclaimer: All travel offers shared are subject to availability and may change without notice. Sunshine Travelers Podcast and Travel Deal Insiders curate deals from trusted travel suppliers but do not guarantee pricing, availability, or booking conditions. Please refer to the original provider or booking platform for the most up-to-date information, terms, and conditions. Travel Deal Insiders and Sunshine Travelers are not responsible for third-party content, pricing errors, or changes in promotions. Some links in this email may be affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if you book or purchase through them, at no extra cost to you. We only share deals we genuinely believe in and would recommend regardless of compensation. See our full disclaimer here.

Rætt er við Jose Alvarado flugstjóra hjá Air Atlanta í þessum þætti, en hann á stómerkilega sögu að baki og hefur á sinni starfævi unnið fyrir fjölda flugfélaga um allan heim og einnig fyrir öll stærstu íslensku flugfélögin, Icelandair, WOW, Play og Air Atlanta. Jose segir frá uppruna sínum og fjölskylduaðstæðum í Hondúras þaðan sem hann flutti ungur að árum ásamt íslenskri kærustu og saman fengu þau vinnu hjá Air Atlanta sem flugfreyjur á meðan Jose steig sín fyrstu skref í flugnáminu. Jose og faðir hans höfðu misjafna sýn á framtíðina og faðir hans sá fyrir sér að sonurinn tæki við rekstri fjölskyldufyrirtækisins, þannig að eftir að Jose hleypti heimdraganum var enga hjálp að fá úr þeim ranni. Jose lét samt ekkert stoppa sig í að láta drauminn um að verða flugmaður verða að veruleika. Hann lærði til flugmanns hjá Flugskóla Helga Jónssonar og segir í þættinum frá ýmsum merkilegum og áhugaverðum atburðum á sínum flugmannsferli.

On this episode of Not Even Mad, Michael Cohen and Liz Wolfe dissect Trump's State of the Union-ish spectacle, where he barely asked for forbearance on tariffs and delivered a slew of inaccuracies. We debate whether the Democrats' paddle-waving protest theater was cringeworthy or just ineffective. Plus, in Goat Grinders, playground break-ins, Icelandair's deplaning procedures, and the forced obligation of pretending to care about the Oscars. Produced by Corey Wara Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist Subscribe to The Gist: https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ Subscribe to The Gist Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g Subscribe to The Gist Instagram Page: GIST INSTAGRAM Follow Mikes Substack at: Pesca Profundities | Mike Pesca | Substack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices