Window Seat Podcast

In the wake of Zelensky's warning about Russian airspace safety, risk expert Matt Borie returns to the podcast to discuss the effect of drone activity on civil aviation, conflict zone impacts on commercial air transport and more.

Listen in as former American Airlines CEO Doug Parker and his wife Gwen join the podcast to discuss Breaking Down Barriers, their nonprofit which is inspiring people to pursue pilot careers.

Loganair CEO Luke Farajallah talks about his first-mover decision and what it will take to make electric aircraft work in real-world airline operations.

EasyJet’s takeover and airBaltic’s restructuring headline a period of change as European airlines adapt to new competitive, financial and capacity pressures.

Listen in as energy and oil specialist Chris Russo talks about how airline managers should think about fuel strategy.

Wong Hong, who heads up the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines, talks about industry optimism despite challenges.

Willie Walsh talks with Karen Walker about his work at IATA and why he remains optimistic about the air transport business.

ATW editors unpack the defining themes from the Farnborough Airshow, including announcements, orders and the future of commercial aviation.

The new CEO at Airlink, Aviation Week's charity partner, chats with Karen Walker about her role and missions in crisis-hit Venezuela and West Africa.

Capt. Jason Ambrosi, head of pilots’ union ALPA, joins ATW Editor-in-Chief Karen Walker to discuss air traffic modernization, safety and more.

ATW editors discuss the move by a U.S. investment firm to acquire EasyJet.

SAS Head of International Network Gonzalo Pernas shares his thoughts on all aspects of SAS’ strategy, including upcoming fleet decisions.

Editors recap the CAPA Airline Leader Summit, covering air traffic modernization debates, rising costs, FAA head Bryan Bedford's certification news, LCC strategy and more.

Electra CEO Marc Allen talks with Karen Walker about the new EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft.

European aviation is operating in an increasingly volatile and unpredictable environment, as geopolitical instability and rising costs shape network strategy.

Star Alliance CEO Theo Panagiotoulias discusses how alliances can transform customer experience and why they are still relevant today.

Editors discuss the factors behind the failing of Spirit Airlines and how it might change the U.S. airline market.

Recorded in Xi’an, China, at Routes Asia 2026, this episode explores the key themes shaping air service development across the Asia-Pacific region.

An oil expert discusses the impact of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on oil prices and jet fuel availability with ATW editor-in-chief Karen Walker.

Industry experts and editor-in-chief Karen Walker discuss the priorities and challenges of making sweeping changes across the national air traffic control system.

Wizz Air's CCO discusses navigating summer 2026, including the impact of the Iran war, aircraft groundings, fuel price volatility and changing booking trends.

ITA Airways CEO Joerg Eberhart discusses fleet plans and challenges, what’s next for the Italian flag carrier after joining Star Alliance and more.

Editors discuss how the world’s airlines are adapting to airspace and airport closures, record high oil prices, a fatal crash in the U.S. and TSA chaos.

Aviation consultant John Strickland talks with Karen Walker about how airlines are adapting to the latest crisis.

Listen in as Maria del Mar Whittaker, Abra Group's chief corporate responsibility officer, discusses airline sustainability in Latin America and beyond.