Australian Aviation Podcast Network
The official podcast network of Australian Aviation – where we unpack all the latest insights and developments plus the big issues impacting Australia’s aviation sector.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 39 minutes
- Episodes
- 353
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Who won out in Qantas v the Senate?
Last week, Qantas’s new CEO and chairman were summoned to attend a Senate inquiry into the airline’s recent performance.
But how did the Flying Kangaroo do in the face of brutal barbs from the postur…
Qantas CEO makes her first big appearance
New Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson had been conspicuous by her absence since taking the top job in aviation.
However, last Friday, she recorded a video message to consumers, apologising for the Flying Kan…
Qantas loses appeal over axed workers
Last week, Qantas lost its High Court appeal over the outsourcing of around 1,700 ground workers during the pandemic. The decision means the airline is facing a hefty compensation bill – and yet mor…
Has Hudson bodged her debut as Qantas CEO?
It’s one week PJ (that’s post-Joyce), but Qantas’s critics don’t seem to be letting up.
Whether it’s the row over Qatar, frequent flyer points, slots, delays or the Chairman’s Lounge, the bad news ke…
Joyce has gone, but was he really that bad?
This week, Alan Joyce stepped down as Qantas CEO early, bringing to an end his 15-year spell in aviation’s top job.
It came days after the ACCC revealed it was taking the airline to court over allega…
Qantas’s big profits and bigger plane order
Qantas has confirmed it will order 12 new 787 Dreamliners and 12 Airbus A350s to replace the bulk of its ageing A330 fleet.
The news means outgoing CEO Alan Joyce will leave the company having overse…
Qatar controversy and Melbourne noise
This week, both Qantas and Virgin weighed in on Qatar being blocked from adding more flights to Australia’s major airports.
But Virgin CEO Jayne Hrdlicka has skin in the game because her airline is a…
Is Qantas right to back the ‘Yes’ vote?
Qantas has officially thrown its weight behind the Yes campaign for the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
The Flying Kangaroo has unveiled a new livery for three of its aircraft – a Qantas 737-800, a J…
Airservices admits to problems and QF1 reviewed
Air traffic control provider Airservices Australia finally admitted it's not delivering the service people expect – on a Friday afternoon. The statement, significantly, didn’t contain an apology and…
Bonza bounces back with Gold Coast expansion
Weeks ago, Bonza announced a surprising cut to its network despite only launching in January. But on Monday, the point-to-point carrier revealed it is setting up a third base in the Gold Coast, from…
Slots and shortages stifle recovery
This week, Sydney Airport’s CEO told major airlines to use their take-off slots or let other carriers have them as domestic traffic continues to languish. It comes after the ACCC in June argued that…
Is Bonza’s plan now in trouble?
Last week, Bonza said it would axe five of its 27 routes just months after their launch in a move the airline said would reduce cancellations across its network.
Chief customer officer Carly Povey ad…
Pilots’ union says ATC issues affect safety
Australia’s biggest pilots’ union last week claimed air traffic control staffing issues are making skies less safe for pilots and passengers. The Australian Federation of Air Pilots (AFAP) has told …
Does aviation have a staffing crisis?
This week, Bonza has blamed the industry’s ongoing talent shortage for a rash of cancellations that have left passengers stranded.
They weren’t the only ones, with controversy surrounding whether or …
Is it time to stop moaning about aircraft noise?
To its detractors, the noise from overhead aircraft will hugely affect the lives of hundreds of thousands of residents, but for avgeeks, living under the flight path is a privilege.
In this episode, …
Is the ‘Wellbeing Zone’ on Project Sunrise a gimmick?
Qantas has unveiled the first photos of the unique stretching area located on its Project Sunrise A350-1000s that will fly for up to 20 hours.
The ‘Wellbeing Zone’, accessible to all passengers, will…
Your last call to enter the Australian Aviation Awards
The Australian Aviation Awards 2023 are on course to be the biggest in our history. In this episode, Adam, Chris and Jake discuss why you need to take this last chance to enter and share their tips …
How CareFlight is embracing the future of aeromedical transport
Are airport slots hindering competition?
This week, the ACCC claimed airlines “can exploit” the rules around airport slots – effectively hoarding the best take-off times to indefinitely block out rivals.
But what on earth are the rules, and…
What’s next for Bonza?
Four months after its launch, low-cost carrier Bonza has wrapped up its initial 27-route network rollout and is now eyeing future growth.
CEO Tim Jordan joins us again on the Australian Aviation podc…