Flying Smarter: Air Travel Explained
Air travel can be confusing and frustrating. At the same time, the world of commercial flying is absolutely fascinating. In each episode, this podcast will answer your questions and explore different topics to expand your horizons and make you a smarter and savvier air traveler. Whether you are looking to make the most of your next flying experience or are a naturally curious learner who wants to know more about how air travel works, Flying Smarter is the podcast for you.
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 24 minutes
- Episodes
- 74
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2024
13 - Globetrotting with Gary Arndt
In this episode, Andrew answers the question of which airline in the world is the safest. He then chats with Gary Arndt, an award-winning travel blogger and writer who has travelled to over 130 count…
12 - How to Get Upgraded on Your Next Flight
In this episode, Andrew starts off by answering questions about how planes avoid mid-air collisions and why airlines overbook flights. Then he talks about how you can get upgraded on your next flight…
11 - Top 5 (Non-Pandemic) Air Travel News Stories of 2020
This special episode of Flying Smarter looks at the top five non-pandemic air travel stories of 2020. There’s no doubt that it has been a rough year for the aviation industry. The COVID-19 pandemic h…
10 - Flying and Skiing with Felice and Peter Hardy
This episode of Flying Smarter starts off by looking at whether or not airplane doors can be opened inflight. Travel writers Felice and Peter Hardy then come onto the podcast talk about flying and sk…
9 - Why People Love the Boeing 787 Dreamliner
This episode starts by answering questions about soft versus hard shell luggage and the difference between pilots, co-pilots, first officers, and captains. Andrew then takes a look at why the Boeing …
8 - Talking Turbulence with Owen Zupp
This episode is special because it doesn’t follow the normal episode format. Andrew spends the entire episode chatting with airline pilot Owen Zupp about turbulence and what you need to know about it…
7 - All About Airline Alliances
In this episode, Andrew starts off by answering questions about how far in advance you should buy a plane ticket and why Singapore Changi Airport is considered the world’s best airport. Then he talks…
6 - COVID-19, Airlines, and the Future with Kerry Tan
This episode of Flying Smarter starts off by answering questions about how high planes fly and how to get into airport lounges. Airline industry expert Dr. Kerry Tan then chats with Andrew about COVI…
5 - Duty-Free Shopping and Why Things at Airports are so Expensive
This episode starts by answering questions about why there are carry-on liquid restrictions and why airlines fly empty planes around. Then, learn about duty-free shopping, what happened to SkyMall, a…
4 - Getting Started with Points and Miles with Alyssa Cerchiai
In this episode, Andrew answers questions about airplane sewage and finding the best seat. He then chats with Alyssa Cerchiai about the world of points and miles.
- Where does airplane sewage go? You ma…
3 - Low-Cost Carriers: How They Work and What You Need to Know
This episode starts by answering questions about birds and planes as well as in-seat power. Andrew then takes a deep dive into low-cost airlines, explaining how they work and what you need to know ab…
2 - How to Treat Your Flight Attendants with Flight Attendant Joe
Andrew starts this episode off by answering questions about runway numbers and where planes go when they are retired. He then chats with Flying Smarter’s very first guest, Flight Attendant Joe Thomas…
1 - Your Bag's Journey and How it Gets Lost
In this very first episode, Andrew introduces himself and the podcast, and then talks about ash trays and the best day of the week to buy a plane ticket. He then takes you through the journey of your…
Trailer - Welcome to Flying Smarter
Welcome to Flying Smarter! In each episode, we will delve into the fascinating world of air travel, answering your questions and exploring different topics. By sharing our knowledge and our guests’ w…