Radio Runway

Episode 32 - Mergers, Fuel Prices & a Damaged Engine

Sun, 17 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Lots to cover this week - From Frontier's Denver runway scare to a Korean airline market shake-up, to some good news when it comes to airline fuel excise!

Episode 31 - Spirited Away

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:32:04 GMT

Today, we discuss the demise of an airline that spanned 34 years. An airline that offered low fares to a volatile air travel market. We also welcome Ross and Christos back for a discussion on European air travel!

Episode 30 - The Truth about Premium Economy

Mon, 04 May 2026 01:29:58 GMT

The big 3-0! and with it, a discussion around the merits of premium ecnomoy, and if there even are any. We also introduce a blind-ranking game to the pod, and the boys ask some interesting questions about cabin seating arrangements.

Episode 29 - Cathay Comforts

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:15:38 GMT

The lads are back talking all things industry! Leading the chat this week: Cathay's sparkly new lounge, Air Force One's replacement, The Competitive Necessity of Australia's aviation landscape.

Episode 28 - One Big Beautiful Airline

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:52:59 GMT

All 4 of the guys join forces to chat about the growing calls in the US for a super-airline backed by the US government. What are your thoughts? There's also some more updates with the ongong airline strife caused by the Iran situation.

Episode 27 - Aircraft Boneyards

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The unsung necessity of the aviation industry. In this episode, Nick and Tom break down the purpose of Aircraft boneyards. They also cover unique and interesting stories that have involved boneyards. Enjoy!

Episode 26 - Air cargo unpacked

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:01:00 GMT

Both Nick and Tom talk of their experiences in the air cargo industry and how it has shaped their careers. There's so many interesting things that people don't know about what goes on behind the scenes in air cargo!

Episode 25 - Tragedy at LaGuardia

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:34:35 GMT

Nick and Tom talk about the terrible crash in New York over the past week, as well as some updates from the middle east region.

Episode 24 - The A220's first hull loss

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:15:01 GMT

You've read that correctly.. Nick and Tom break down the details! They also cover:

Airbus' worrying delivery stats
The 777X program's optimistic update
Airbus might sue Pratt & Wittney
British Airways retuirn to Melbourne
Jetstar's International passengers booted from Qantas lounges

Episode 23 - An old friend returns

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:30:00 GMT

You really do have to hear it to believe it - Ross is BACK! And boyu does he have a lot to say. In this truly avgeek-focussed episode, enjoy the sights and sounds of 3 different states and 3 different airports as we take you all across south east Australia to pursue the discussion of Aviation!

Episode 22 - Retro Resurgence

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:53:00 GMT

Don't you think that airlines have been loving returning to their roots lately? The boys certainly think so. In this episode they discuss the new Cathay livery and it sparks a deeper conversation on the state of full-service carriers' interior products. The fellas also give their predictions for the 2026 aviation season, as well as a look into what had caused Ross' absence from the pod for nearly 2 years. Put on the headphones and enjoy!

Episode 21 - Peace in the Middle East?

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:14:27 GMT

It's all happening in the gulf region right now, and it's not just the arab carriers that are afected. As the entire globe finds ways to get from A to B without the airlines that hold the majority share of transit flying, how are they going to get it done? Nick and Tom discuss the logistics and nuances of what might happen from now.

Episode 20 - Iran's Aircraft 'disappearing act'

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:59:48 GMT

It's 2026 and the boys are still back! But not Ross. Where is he? Listen to find out. This episode, the guys discuss the events of the hioliday period. They also talk about how Sanctioned countries get their aircraft when they're unable to purchase directly from aircraft manufacturers.

Episode 19 - Tragedy in Ahmedabad

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:30:12 GMT

We welcome Christos back onto the pod to get a pilot's perspective on the awful Air India 787 crash from less than a month ago. We also talk about Project Sunrise, what to expect, and what not to expect... Enjoy!

Episode 18 - Is Global Airlines a Scam?

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:38:36 GMT

Weve kept you waiting long enough - FINE, we'll tell you what on earth is happening at Amsterdam's schipol airport! Enjoy the second part of our breakdown of the last 8 months of the aviation industry's madness.

Episode 17 - Something Weird is happening in Amsterdam...

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 03:36:19 GMT

There's so much to unpack... the crew have been MIA since, well - September of 2024, which is... A while. But hey, at least that means there's heaps to talk about! so why not put on the pod while driving to work or doing mundane tasks, and remind yourself of how cool and action-packed the aviation industry truly is!

Episode 16 - Another Airline falls Victim

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 03:15:44 GMT

After an insane 2 months in the industry, the guys unpack the craziness of the Rex collapse, the court battle of global aircraft lessors, the awful and deadly crash ionn Sao Paulo, and many other things that have dominated the headlines in the aviation space over the last 2 months.

Episode 15 - A Turbulent May

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 01:28:59 GMT

The boys return to the booth with much to discuss. Singapore Airlines flight 321's turbulence made global headlines, Nick has seen half of Europe, Ross has plenty of air travel planned in the coming months, and we dive into the news stories for the month of May.

Episode 14 - Boeing's Woes and Western Sydney's Airport

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 07:44:57 GMT

This week the team discuss the continued turmoil at Boeing and what it means for the broader Aviation industry. They also take a deep dive into why Sydney needed a new international airport so badly. They're joined by a long-awaited special guest in Scott, Tom's dad. There's lots to cover, so here's hoping that you enjoy!

Episode 13 - A 5-Month Recap

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 02:20:04 GMT

The boys are no longer MIA! They return to recap an insane 5 months of aviation madness. Absolute Chaos has ensued while they've been away, and Nick and Tom are here to unpack the finer details of everything from Alaska's troubles with the 737-Max, through to the tragedy in Haneda, Tokyo.

Episode 12 - Origin Stories

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 10:22:13 GMT

The four guys discuss their starts in aviation and how they've evolved over the years as aviation devotees. Plus, we have a special game show for everyone at the end!

Episode 11 - The life of a Cabin Manager

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 17:00:20 GMT

Cabin Manager Andi joins the crew for a discussion about everything related to the role of cabin crew! The horrors, the best bits, the strange and the outrageous. We hear it all! You'll want to tune in for this one.

Episode 10, Part 2 - Christos and Nick regale us

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 18:00:29 GMT

Enjoy the second part to our recap on our European summer of aviation!

Episode 10 - A New Season Begins

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 01:45:52 GMT

Our aviation quartet have each returned from their individual aviation holidays and adventures with stories a-plenty! Tune in as they regale us all with their experiences from Australia and abroad.

Airports // Tel Eviv Airport

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 03:29:53 GMT

Welcome to our neqw series exploring the complete history and what's to come for airportws across the globe. This series is done in collaboration with the Thompson youtube channel. You can go and explore what's on offer there at https://www.youtube.com/@xthompsongunx.

This week's episode covers Israel's Tel Eviv Airport.

News - 18 October, 2023

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 10:33:38 GMT

This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.

News - 14 September, 2023

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 12:07:43 GMT

This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 6 weeks.

News - 28 August, 2023

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 13:52:56 GMT

This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 6 weeks.

Episode 9 - Season 1 in Review

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 15:02:53 GMT

In the final episode of season 1, Nick and Tom recap on the very first season of radio runway exploring the changes within the aviation industry since the initial episode was published. Within the episode, the boys reflect back on elements covered during the season before providing a sneak peek of what is to come in Season 2 of the podcast

Episode 8 - The Grounds of Chek Lap Kok

Sun, 28 May 2023 18:00:26 GMT

In the second instalment of airport month, Nicks Dad (Bill Figgins) steps in as a special guest this week to talk about Hong Kong International Airport. In the episode, we talk about one of the largest airport engineering projects ever undertaken. With the impending British handover approaching in 1997, we discuss how workers raced against the clock to build a brand new airport on a man made island 30 kilometres west of Central Hong Kong. We also pay homage to Kai Tak, arguably one of the worlds most iconic airports. To finish off the episode, Nick caps off with a game of Crack the Code.

Epidode 7 - The Sanrizuka Struggle

Sun, 14 May 2023 18:00:29 GMT

Nick and Christos take a leave of absence and our good friend of the show Alex steps in to fill their shoes. Ross enlightens the guys on the epic batle between the people of Tokyo and their governing bodies, as they set about constructing a 2nd Tokyo airport. Then to polish off the episode, Ross's incredible game show makes a bold return.

Episode 6 - Australia's Forgotten Airline

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 18:00:21 GMT

In this Episode, the team discovers the incredible yet sad true story of Ansett Airlines, and how a surprising twist of fates sealed their demise in 2001. Then to cap off the episode, Christos scratches the game show itch with an enticing game of "Rego Roulette".

Episode 5 - Off the Radar

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 05:50:09 GMT

In this episode, Christos takes us all on an investigative tour of the mysterious and shrouded events surrounding Malaysian flight MH370. The boys discuss theories and leads poignant to the incident, as well as diving deep into the world of conspiracy. Then to lighten the end of the episode, Tom brings back "Route Roullete"!

Episode 4 - First Officer Mitch Hutchison

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 22:22:28 GMT

The boys dissect what it is that makes a person afraid of flying, with help from this weeks’ special guest Mitch. Topics of discussion include management of turbulence, pilot flight training and emergency procedures. Also listen to find out how Tom got his fiancé deported from Singapore. The episode is capped off with a game of “crack the code”.

Episode 3 - Fare is Fair

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 06:49:28 GMT

In this episode, The boys discuss why it is that airline fare prices continue to soar. They also discuss the week's news including Lufthansa's developments, an incident on Southwest, and much more. Ross introduces us to his new game show!

Episode 2 - Boeing, Boeing, Gone

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 06:55:31 GMT

This week, the boys find themselves in a classic aviation debate of Boeing or Airbus. In the news, we discuss the traffic figures of Cathay Pacific as well as the numerous announcements from Qantas including project sunrise. Christos also hosts the very first game of aircraft “rego roulette”.

Episode 1 - Pilot

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 06:46:25 GMT

The boys venture on their first ever podcast and dive deep into the current and future prospects of the commercial aviation industry. In the episode the boys discuss Virgin Atlantic joining the Skyteam Alliance, Korean Air returning to Brisbane, Cyclone Gabrielle at Auckland Airport, Air India finalising an order for 500 new aircraft, and Chaos building Berlin Brandenburg Airport.

News - 26 May, 2023

Fri, 26 May 2023 01:28:00 GMT

This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.

News - 12 May, 2023

Fri, 12 May 2023 11:25:30 GMT

This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.

News - 01 May, 2023

Sat, 29 Apr 2023 14:14:35 GMT

This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.

News - 24 April, 2023

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 07:25:21 GMT

This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.

News - 06 April, 2023

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 07:07:49 GMT

This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.

News - 26 March, 2023

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 06:18:33 GMT

This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.

BONUS - Black Box, Episode 2: Boeing vs Airbus

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 05:24:40 GMT

As promised, this is the full unedited conversation amongst the guys about the great Boeing vs Airbus debate.