Aviation Week's Window Seat Podcast

KLM Cityhopper, SAS Execs See Uncertain Winter Ahead

SAS and KLM Cityhopper are taking different approaches to regional flying, but both are investing heavily in Embraer E195-E2s. Maarten Koopmans, KLM Cityhopper managing d

Can Alaska's Big Bets Pay Off?

Editors discuss Alaska Airlines' new cabins, lounges and proposed international partnerships, with insights from its investor day in Seattle—and assess what it will take

What Airport Directors Are Most Concerned About

AirportNEXT Solutions Chairman Paul Ouimet discusses the Airport Futures Study, a comprehensive survey and analysis of what North American airport executives believe will

Conflict Zone Drones, Civil Aviation And Airspace Safety

In the wake of Zelensky's warning about Russian airspace safety, risk expert Matt Borie returns to the podcast to discuss the effect of drone activity on civil aviation,

Former American CEO Doug Parker On Breaking Down Barriers

Listen in as former American Airlines CEO Doug Parker and his wife Gwen join the podcast to discuss Breaking Down Barriers, their non-profit that helps people in underser

Loganair's Electric Bet

In 2029, Scottish regional carrier Loganair is set to be one of the world's first commercial airlines flying electric aircraft. Loganair CEO Luke Farajallah talks about h

What's Next For Europe's Airlines?

EasyJet's takeover and airBaltic's restructuring headline a period of change as European airlines adapt to new competitive, financial and capacity pressures. Listen in as

The Jet Fuel Crisis

Listen in as energy and oil specialist Chris Russo talks about how airline managers should think about fuel strategy.

A Conversation With The New AAPA Director General

Wong Hong, who heads up the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines, talks about industry optimism despite challenges.

IATA Chief Walsh Reflects On Industry Challenges

Willie Walsh, during his last week as IATA director general and before taking the helm at IndiGo, talks with Karen Walker about his work at IATA and why he remains optimi

On Location: Key Takeaways From Farnborough 2026

Which announcements mattered most, what do the latest aircraft orders reveal about the market and where is commercial aviation heading next? ATW editors unpack the defini

Airlink To The Rescue

The new CEO at Airlink, Aviation Week's charity partner, chats with Karen Walker about her role and missions in crisis-hit Venezuela and West Africa.

ALPA President Talks Safety And Potential New Laws

Capt. Jason Ambrosi, head of pilots' union ALPA, joins ATW Editor-in-Chief Karen Walker to discuss air traffic modernization, safety and more.

What Could Happen To UK Budget Carrier EasyJet?

ATW editors discuss the move by a U.S. investment firm to acquire EasyJet.

What's Up Next For SAS?

Listen in as Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) Head of International Network Gonzalo Pernas shares his thoughts on all aspects of SAS' strategy, including upcoming fleet decisi

CAPA Summit Recap: ATM Overhaul, Bedford And Low-Cost Strategy

Editors recap the CAPA Airline Leader Summit, covering air traffic modernization debates, rising costs, FAA head Bryan Bedford's certification news, LCC strategy and more

A New Aircraft Demos Urban Landing And Takeoff

Electra CEO Marc Allen talks with Karen Walker about the new EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft.

Geopolitics And Rising Costs Reshape European Aviation

European aviation is operating in an increasingly volatile and unpredictable environment, with geopolitical instability and rising costs shaping airline network strategy.

Do Alliances Still Matter In 2026?

Star Alliance CEO Theo Panagiotoulias discusses how alliances can transform customer experience and why they are still relevant today. Learn more about Carbon Dioxide R

Spirit: What Went Wrong And What's Next?

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