Podcasts

Editors examine Joby Aviation’s piloted New York City demos and Unither Bioelectronics’ hydrogen-electric R44 flights in Quebec as AAM moves closer to real-world deployment.

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

Aviation Week editors discuss just how much missiles have become central to the Pentagon’s modernization strategy and more.

Aviation Week editors discuss the growth of MHIRJ’s legacy CRJ use, maintenance and upgrades—and why United Airlines likes this aircraft.

Editors discuss recent earnings updates from Airbus and Boeing that saw the duopoly shrug off the Gulf War but note persisting supply chain issues. A freighter battle between the two is also heating up.

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

Editors reflect on a busy period for defense, sharing insights on Quad-A, Sea-Air-Space, Aviation Week's MALMS, the latest Pentagon budget figures, and everything else you need to know on air and missile modernization.

Recorded live at MRO Americas 2026, editors and an analyst talk through highlights of the big event and discuss MRO in the context of the geopolitical climate.

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.

Listen in as our editors discuss the buzz over Artemis II, the push for multiyear milspace predicaments and the return of nuclear reactors.

Ahead of the annual AMC maintenance competition at MRO Americas, editors are joined by a guest Ken MacTiernan to discuss the challenge that showcases the unsung heroes of aerospace.

U.S. first-quarter earnings are typically a non-event, but not this year. Editors look ahead to updates from airlines and OEMs and share what they will be watching for.

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

Aviation Week editors discuss the recent rescue operation of the Dude 44 F-15E crew, which marks a significant advancement in military innovation.

Before you attend Aviation Week’s 30th MRO Americas, being held April 21-23, hear editors describe the first one and what brought the industry together.

Aviation Week editors covering commercial aviation and space convene to discuss how and why airlines are increasingly offering fast inflight Wi-Fi for free.

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

Editors delve into the winners and losers in the White House’s $1.5 trillion defense spending plan.

Editors discuss takeaways from the ATEC conference, including the increase in high school career pathways, FAA testing and maintenance instructor shortage.

As NASA begins X-59 envelope expansion and Boom develops its first high speed engine, civil supersonic activity is at its highest since the retirement of Concorde in 2003. Editors discuss the latest developments and the challenges that lie ahead.

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

The new administrator shakes up the space agency with plans for lunar base and sunsetting SLS.

Listen in to hear about key takeaways MROs should be aware of from the Aeronautical Repair Station Association’s annual conference.

Editors are joined by guest columnist Richard Aboulafia to discuss the progress of airliner production by Airbus in Alabama and Boeing in South Carolina.

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.