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Listen in as editors sit down at the end of Day Two of the 2026 Singapore Airshow to break down what has—and hasn't—happened in commercial aviation at the event.

Boeing's vice president for commercial marketing discussing the OEM's outlook for the region, airliner demand, LCC growth, cargo and more.

Editors catch up before the Singapore Airshow, discussing the static display featuring COMAC, Airbus and Embraer, as well as potential major aircraft orders.

ERA Director General Montserrat Barriga explains what changes to EU passenger rights rules mean for airlines and digs into the key issues and sticking points.

Airframers' 2025 delivery totals are in. Aviation Week’s team grades Airbus, Boeing and the smaller OEMs on their production performance last year.

Is the Allegiant-Sun Country merger a good match, and will it get regulatory approval? Aviation Week editors discuss.

Editors discuss the impact of the US military action in Venezuela and other geopolitical occurrences on the operations and financials of the world’s airlines.

Watch as Aviation Week editors record the annual Flubs & Forecasts edition of Check 6 as they reflect on what they got right and wrong in 2025 and make their predictions for 2026.

Martin Gauss, newly appointed CEO of Gulf Air, reflects on his tenure at airBaltic and shares his early priorities after taking the helm in one of aviation’s most competitive regions.

Listen in as IATA executive Thomas Reynaert speaks to ATW's Karen Walker about why consumer regulations and taxes aimed at airlines can have negative effects.

Airbus will again miss its delivery target due to supplier quality problems as Boeing’s turnaround takes another step forward. Listen in as our editors break it all down.

Listen in to hear about the decision on London Heathrow’s planned third runway, what the move means for airlines and whether the 2035 timeline is achievable.

Listen in as editors discuss Boeing and Airbus both now looking at the feasibility of upsizing their largest twin-aisles at the behest of Emirates, which led the way for orders at Dubai Airshow.

Why Airbus and Boeing are dragging their feet on the next twin-aisle.

Steven Greenway, the CEO of Saudi Arabian LCC flyadeal, talks about branching out into long-haul operations and being part of Saudi Arabia's growth strategy.

Listen in as Aviation Week editors record a podcast with consultant and contributing columnist Kevin Michaels on the commercial upcycle.

JetSMART CEO Estuardo Ortiz talks with ATW's Karen Walker about operating as an LCC in South America as they prepare to fly their 50 millionth passenger.

Abra Group CEO Adrian Neuhauser talks with ATW editor Karen Walker about Avianca, GOL and the South American market.

Editors from ATW and CAPA – Centre for Aviation discuss the shifts behind international traffic booms to and from Latin American destinations.

Listen in to learn about the key markets, trends and strategies shaping the next phase of global air service development.

Labor contracts prohibit many U.S. airlines from refreshing their regional jets with the latest technology. Does this open the door for a novel hybrid-electric venture—and perhaps even a turboprop comeback?

Listen in as editors discuss the airline industry through the lens of cruising—discover surprising parallels between managing customer expectations at 35,000 ft. and at sea.

TAP Air Portugal CEO Luís Rodrigues discusses the launch of the airline’s long-anticipated privatization, network strategy and fleet management.

After Boeing's CEO warned that certification of the 777-9 will take longer still, editors break down the certification process and explain why its taking so long.

Gulf Shores International Airport Director Jesse Fosnaugh tells the story of building a terminal from scratch and gaining commercial airline service.