Australian Aviation Podcast Network

The story that 13 Australian women were invasively searched by Qatari authorities at Hamad Airport this month has refused to go away. In the last few days, the Qatar government has finally issued an apology – but it seems to be more concerned with shifting the emphasis onto the missing baby. On this week's Inside Aviation, Phil and Adam discuss the impact on the industry, and whether Qatar will ever be able to regain passengers' trust. They also discuss the continual struggle to get passengers back home as border closures continue to bite, and why critics should be more understanding of under-fire airlines.

The story that 13 Australian women were invasively searched by Qatari authorities at Hamad Airport has become international news. On this week's episode, host Phil Tarrant and guest Adam Thorn discuss what the industry repercussions are and who is to blame? Should the Australian government have done more to keep Qantas repatriating citizens? Is it right that Qatar Airways now dominates our skies? And was it correct that those victims then had to spend two weeks in hotel quarantine? Finally, the team also discuss Virgin's hot-and-cold relationship with the unions, the progress of Loyal Wingman and honouring the history of the Australian Aviation print magazine.

Earlier this month, the Australian Aviation team welcomed Virgin chief executive Paul Scurrah on to this podcast to talk about his plans for the airline. And now, out of nowhere, he's gone. This week, a bemused Phil Tarrant and Adam Thorn discuss just what might or might not have happened? Did owners Bain do the dirty or do we need to give the new CEO the benefit of the doubt? Are the unions giving the new approach a fair go, or rightly standing their ground? And what does this mean for the industry? Plus, the team talk more about the chaos and confusion caused by the one-way travel bubble with New Zealand. Who exactly is to blame, or is this just an unprecedented situation? Finally, as Microsoft Flight Simulator gets its Harbour Bridge, Adam and Phil ask why it was omitted in the first place.

Among the chaos of COVID turning the industry on its head, it's often easy to forget the effect this once-in-a-century event has had on the unsung heroes in air traffic control, and the tech that supports them. In this special episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast, Adam Thorn speaks to Martin Rampl, the managing director of Frequentis Australasia, which supplies the communication and information systems to our air traffic control centres. Martin reveals how his team rapidly changed the way they worked to support our critical infrastructure during those heady days in late March. He also discusses the secrets behind the science of communicating with aircraft, how reliability can make the difference between life and death, and why our technology must keep evolving to ensure Australian aviation remains well connected and safe.

On the previous episode of the Australian Aviation podcast, Virgin Australia chief executive Paul Scurrah appeared on the show to talk through the business' bold comeback plan that will see it slot in between being a low-cost carrier and large international airline. Or as he calls it, the company will morph into a "high-quality, value airline". This week, host Phil Tarrant and guests Adam Thorn and a returning Christian "Boo" Boucousis ask: will it work? And can the plan fend off heavy champion Qantas and plucky upstart Rex? Plus, they discuss whether the federal government has done enough to help the industry, with little help for third party providers and airports. When the sector recovers, will there be enough skilled professionals left to get us moving again? Finally, the team chat about the progress of Loyal Wingman, and ponder whether it could open the door to a wave of investment in UAVs over the next decade.

As Australia's aviation industry tinkered on the brink in March, Virgin chief executive Paul Scurrah had to contend with not just COVID, but trying to save the company from liquidation. Now, after an exhausting six months, he appears on the Australian Aviation Podcast to discuss just how he managed to keep Virgin alive – and its comeback strategy. In particular, he reveals what he thinks went wrong in the past, why it's right for the airline not to become a low-cost carrier, and how both the administrator and new owner bought into the existing team's plan. Plus, in a world where we're all comfortable doing deals on Zoom, he argues domestic travel, and the industry, can bounce back to where it was before the pandemic.

Crisis? What crisis! As COVID-19 paralyses the industry, regional carrier Rex has announced it's on the brink of receiving $150 million in investment to launch flights between Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane as soon as next March. In this episode of the Australian Aviation podcast, host Phil Tarrant and regular guest Adam Thorn discuss whether the carrier is shrewd or stupid to strike Qantas at a time of such instability? Plus, this week Air New Zealand boss Greg Foran declared that we need to learn to live with COVID-19, and not just hope a vaccine comes riding to our rescue. It marks the latest in a long line of big-name players in the industry who are advocating a more long-term strategy. But will governments listen and finally start opening borders? Finally, with APAC becoming a more unstable place politically, how are the military and RAAF responding? Could the pandemic inadvertently bring about a revolution in how we see our fighter jets?

Hawker Pacific is one of the leading aircraft sales and support companies in APAC, and one of the largest independent companies of its type in the region with 800 employees. In this special episode of the Australian Aviation podcast, host Phil Tarrant talks to the business' Vice President, Middle East and APAC, Ian D'Arcy, about RBI Hawker, a collaboration between Hawker and Bell that specialises in rotor blade repair. D'Arcy talks about the plan to bring a true home base to Australia after 15 years' experience in Dubai while looking at launching satellite operations in countries such as Papua New Guinea. He talks through the challenges and opportunities, and how the market is changing.

Last week, the sale of Virgin was finally complete after a months-long administration process that had enough twists and turns to script a whodunnit. But now Bain's deal has been rubber-stamped, what exactly is going to happen moving forward? In this episode of the Australian Aviation podcast, host Phil Tarrant and regular guest Adam Thorn talk through the story behind the final week of the sale. Why did Branson break his silence? Are the TWU really supportive? And how on earth has chief executive Paul Scurrah managed to not only keep his job but get everyone to buy into his revival plan? They also discuss strong comments from the CEO of Melbourne Airport, who has said the country shouldn't wait for a vaccine to open international borders. Finally, amid the gloom, Sydney's new international airport now has some firm dates for construction work to start. The team discuss why the long-term outlook for aviation, post-COVID-19, is still strong.

In July, Australia limited the number of people who could arrive back into the country to manage the flow into hotel quarantine. The problem is, the decision has pushed up prices to eye-popping levels and reduced availability. In this episode of the Australian Aviation podcast, host Phil Tarrant and regular guest Adam Thorn discuss how this slow-burn story has exploded in the last seven days. They examine what the options are, the industry's collective position and whether the government will restart its repatriation program to assist. They also discuss Friday's now not-so-crunch meeting to decide the future of Virgin, where creditors will get to vote on quite how new owners Bain should take over. Finally – while our industry might be shrinking on the surface, it's also going through a period of exciting change. Just how long then, until we switch our Fords for flying cars?

In amongst the border closures, groundings and rows, it can be easy to forget the impact of COVID-19 on airline pilots themselves, who have found their industry has effectively shut down. In this episode of the Australian Aviation podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant and Christian "Boo" Boucousis speak to Mark Sedgwick, the executive director of Australian and International Pilots Association, about how pilots are adapting to the new normal. He discusses why states should sign up to a national framework on border closures, how many of his members have found work elsewhere and why he has worked hard to build a good relationship with the Qantas Group. He also tells long-time friend Boo what advice he would give to governments trying to protect the profession for the next generation.

Despite many Aussie citizens struggling to get home from overseas under the tightly capped limits of new arrivals in each state, the government has announced a pilot program to resume international student flights to Adelaide in September. In this week's episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast, host Phil Tarrant and Adam Thorn discuss the impetus for this controversial move, as well as the latest developments in the tumultuous Virgin Australia saga, with tensions bubbling over between Bain, bondholders and the TWU. Tune in to hear about noise complaints stemming from the new Brisbane runway and a Gold Coast joy flight business respectively, a step back for Air New Zealand as it cuts Auckland flights, Alliance launching new routes, and a Queensland rescue mission gone wrong.

Despite initially indicating it wouldn't have to go to shareholders for money, Sydney Airport has now asked shareholders to pitch in $2 billion to help it through the challenges brought on by the pandemic. With Qantas only raising a fraction of its $500 million goal and border restrictions hitting both organisations quite hard, will the airport see the kind of enthusiasm it needs from shareholders to reduce debt and increase liquidity? In this episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast, Phil Tarrant and Adam Thorn discuss Qatar Airways' growing influence in the wake of gushing praise from senior politicians, the Prime Minister's changed stance on state border closures, and the upsurge in intrastate travel to regional holiday hubs. They also talk about Virgin's surprisingly modest staff cut, Exercise Pitch Black going virtual, the government's investment into a new drone development program, and Dnata donating hundreds of thousands of uneaten meals to charity.

Gary Criddle's remarkable career has seen him work as a pilot for the Royal Australian Navy, RAAF as well as commercially, where he has flown 767s and A380s. He's also practised as an examiner, specialising in both air show display flying and warbirds. In this episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast, Gary joins hosts Phil Tarrant and Christian "Boo" Boucousis to talk about his earliest aviation memory, his transition from seaman officer to aviator with the Navy, and the difference between military and commercial pilot training. He gives an insight into what the flight examination process is actually like, outlines his preparation routine for getting into the zone on flying days, and reveals his hairiest flying experience to date.

At the start of July, the federal government announced a $270 billion commitment to defence spending for the coming decade, and a new holistic strategy for dealing with an increasingly uncertain world in the Indo-Pacific. In this exclusive interview, the Chief of Air Force, Air Marshal Mel Hupfeld, AO, DSC, gives host Phil Tarrant the inside story on how his team is rethinking what a modern air force should look like - and how it can better collaborate with other elements of the ADF and government to drive change. AIRMSHL Hupfeld lifts the lid on working with artificial intelligence on the Loyal Wingman platform, "robust" conversations with his counterparts in the Navy and Army on an integrated military, the drive towards a fifth-gen fighting force and how the lesson from COVID-19 must be to shore up global supply chains. He also talks candidly about his love of flying, his journey into the top job in the RAAF, and how he can't wait to get out in his Airtourer and P-51 Mustang in the near future.

Tension between two industry groups has come to a head as airports accuse airlines of neglecting to pass on their government bailouts by not paying various fees. In this episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant and Adam Thorn speculate over whether airports will eventually get paid and discuss Brisbane Airport's CEO's gloomy forecast for recovery. Tune in to hear all about a report against REX for an uncompetitive new route, an exact breakdown of how much is owed to Virgin creditors, and the last ever take-off of a Qantas 747 from Australian soil.

The latest development in the Virgin Australia saga has unhappy bondholders confirming they will put their offer to creditors next month, despite Bain having already pumped millions into the airline to keep it afloat over the last few months. Join hosts Phil Tarrant, Christian "Boo" Boucousis and Adam Thorn as they recap this week's headlines on the Australian Aviation Podcast, including Brisbane's brand new billion-dollar runway, saying goodbye to the Qantas 747, and a changing of the guard at CASA. In this episode they'll also touch on a new Microsoft flight simulator program, the cause of the recent R44 rash in WA, and NSW's investment into an electric flying car testing facility.

Just as interstate flights were set to begin ramping up, Victoria has been hit by a second spike of COVID-19, borders are locked down, and a badly handled quarantine policy appears to be at the root of it. In this episode of Australian Aviation, hosts Phil Tarrant and Adam Thorn delve into the implications of the lockdown on domestic travel, new developments in the Virgin saga, and Qantas' early retirement of its 'Queen of the Skies' 747. They also talk about the likelihood of an extension to JobKeeper, a tragic R44 helicopter crash, Air New Zealand halting inbound international bookings, and the establishment of a new domestic route from Canberra to Ballina.

Qantas has been slammed by the TWU for not waiting for more clarity around the future of JobKeeper before announcing it will axe about 20% of its staff. Is the controversial decision in the best interest of the airline and its employees? In this episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant, Boo Boucousis and Adam Thorn discuss Alan Joyce's response to the criticism as well as the changes to the airline's business lounges as domestic travel is set to ramp back up. They touch on the latest around Virgin's preferred bidder, the chair's criticism of the company's former CEO, and REX's talk about getting into the domestic game after begging for a bail-out just a few months ago.

After weeks of good news, mixed messaging between state and federal governments is spooking consumers. In this episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant, Christian "Boo" Boucousis and Adam Thorn delve into a minister's hint around keeping international borders closed, Australia's acquirement of its third Triton, and an "unsettling" development in the Virgin saga. They discuss the ACCC's crack down on dissatisfied Qantas customers, Avalon Airport's security upgrade investment, and a Melbourne-based medical drone company that have capitalised on the current crisis.

With talk of flights resuming over the next couple of weeks, the final two bidders for Virgin Australia are proposing a "hybrid" model for the airline, placing it somewhere between Qantas' premium offerings and Jetstar's budget fares. Tune in to this episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast to hear feedback from the regional airport sector in response to $40 million of upgrades, and uncertainty around JobKeeper among airline administration and unions. Hosts Phil Tarrant, Christian "Boo" Boucousis and Adam Thorn also discuss a story about a miraculous teen pilot crash, Qatar's dramatic market share increase, and new RAAF drone innovation.

As Australia waited for the National Cabinet to announce the return of flying, Alan Joyce seized the initiative early and revealed he'll hugely increase capacity in July. But will his plan be profitable? Host Phil Tarrant, Christian "Boo" Boucousis and Adam Thorn share their insights as to whether or not demand will be there. They'll also discuss events across the ditch, where New Zealand has declared victory against coronavirus and dropped social distancing. What does this mean for the future of international travel and border reopenings? Finally, the team also chat about whether The Buffet bailed too early by selling his airline shares; the demise of Delta's McDonnell Douglas Mad Dogs; and the world's largest electric plane.

The fight for Virgin is wrapping up, with the two shortlisted bidders left in the running preparing to make their case to both the administrator and to the union. Hosts Phil Tarrant, Christian "Boo" Boucousis and Adam Thorn share their insights as to who will try to forge alliances with the final two, how the Queensland government fits into the picture, and what this means for the location of Virgin HQ. They delve into how Alliance is looking to create local jobs in Queensland, Qantas' contentious acquisition move without clearance from the ACCC, and the re-opening of Canberra Airport. Tune into this episode of the Australian Aviation podcast to hear about the sentiment among the airport sector around COVID-19 impacts, the international export of a Noosa-built fire tank, and the maiden flight of the first ever US-made Airbus plane.

Despite the ongoing state feud about the appropriate time to open borders back up, sentiment among the industry is positive, with Qantas raring to go as soon as they're given the green light and bidding for Virgin to be finalised by this Friday. On this episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast, Phil Tarrant, Christian "Boo" Boucousis and Adam Thorn recap the not-so-confidential front runners in the fight for Virgin, the latest on JobKeeper and JobMaker eligibility in the aviation sector, and Air New Zealand's strong footing in the current crisis. They reflect on research revealing a 20-year high for aerial firefighting safety incidents, a new low-cost carrier launching in Japan next week, and fresh attempts to build a helipad on Sydney's Sofitel.

The shortlist of bidders on Virgin Australia appears to have been whittled down to four, but with the state border closure debate heating up and uncertainty still clouding the future of the airline, how will this saga unfold? On this episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant, Christian 'Boo' Boucousis and Adam Thorn reflect on the latest news in the fight for Virgin, Qantas' optimistic outlook and wellbeing plan for the impending relaxation of regulations, and confusion around Rex's positioning in the current crisis. They also discuss Alliance Airlines' increased financial year profits, recent stats on Sydney's April passenger numbers, and some tragic news for the aviation sector this week.

As restrictions ease, airlines are - slowly and with baby steps - starting to take to the skies for recreational travel. Air New Zealand became one of the first, as the country moved from 'Level 3' to 'Level 2' rules that meant Kiwis are now encouraged to leave their homes and see friends and family. Host Phil Tarrant and Australian Aviation's Adam Thorn talk about exactly what the flying experience under the 'new normal' will be like - with social distancing on board, touchless kiosks and no tickets checked at the terminal entrance. They'll also discuss an unprecedented war of words between the Federal Government and the state of Queensland, which threw its hat into the ring for control of a reborn Virgin Australia. Is there a motive beyond simply saving Brisbane jobs and is Richard Branson, one of the last big beasts of aviation, lurking in the background?

The competition is fierce amongst potential buyers for Virgin Australia, but how is the current uncertainty around flights as well as threats from Alan Joyce going to affect the sale getting over the line? Hosts Phil Tarrant, Christian "Boo" Boucousis and Adam Thorn unpack the latest news around Virgin's bidding war on this episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast. Tune in to hear about the Royal Australian Air Force's new fifth-gen aircraft, the opportunities it presents for the local defence industry, and the general attitude of military aviation towards this kind of technology. They reflect on whether China's new stealth bomber is merely a propaganda exercise, concerns around aviation business' eligibility for government relief, and a remarkable story about an aviation legend who celebrated New Years Eve on two continents.

Dubbed "Australia's most sacred place" by Prime Minister Scott Morrison in his recent Anzac Day address, the Australian War Memorial is the nation's tribute to the courage and sacrifice of generations of men and women who served in war. On this special episode of Australian Aviation, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Matthew Anderson to discuss his pathway to being appointed the War Memorial's director just a few weeks ago, how the institution fared on facilitating a remote commemoration of Anzac Day, and his priorities over the coming months in his new role. Matthew explains how his team are navigating the disruptive environment of COVID-19, why the $498 million slated for the landmark's development is critical for the local economy, and how the Australian defence industry can be more involved in supporting the War Memorial's objectives.

Virgin Australia has had a particularly turbulent couple of days, from initially demanding a federal government bail-out, to state government hostility over the location of their HQ, to collapsing into voluntary administration. Tune in to this week's Australian Aviation to hear host Phil Tarrant and senior writer Adam Thorn discuss the overall sentiment around Virgin Australia right now, why the Morrison Government was so reluctant to bail it out, and what we know about the 10 suitors that are looking at recapitalising the airline. Phil and Adam also reflect on the latest news around REX, Qantas and Air New Zealand's responses to the COVID-19 crisis.

While the coronavirus crisis has effectively crippled the aviation sector for the time being, the long-term effects on the industry once the regulations begin to ease still remains relatively unclear. On this episode of Australian Aviation, your hosts Phil Tarrant, Christian "Boo" Boucousis and senior writer Adam Thorn delve into Virgin's public fight for survival and stories of industry resilience and initiative in working around current restrictions. They also get philosophical about the implications of the rapid shift to a remote workforce on domestic and international travel in the wake of COVID-19.

While the federal government has responded to the airline sector with billions of dollars' worth of support, the struggle of small aviation businesses through the devastating COVID-19 crisis remain largely unrecognised. Businesses that were already financially strained due to the cost of keeping up with existing regulation are now in even direr straights. CEO of Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Benjamin Morgan joins host Phil Tarrant and Christian "Boo" Boucousis to delve into the crippling effect of coronavirus on the Australian aviation industry as a whole and outline the action that needs to be taken by the government and these smaller businesses to gear them up for recovery when the current situation dissipates. On this episode, Benjamin also unpacks the somewhat unsavory motivation behind the recent closure of a Canberra Airport cross runway and how it is reflective of a wider issue that is pervading the Australian airport sector.

COVID-19 is undeniably the biggest upset the aviation sector has ever seen and the Australian government is providing some hefty bail-outs to our airlines, but is it enough to keep the industry afloat? Host Phil Tarrant and senior writer Adam Thorn unpack everything you need to know about the pandemic's effect on Australian aviation, including attitudes around the timely go ahead given to Project Sunrise, the rollercoaster REX journey over the past week, and criticism from the ground-handling industry claiming neglect from the government. Tune in to hear the latest news around Qantas' fluctuating share price, the rising tension between two of our major carriers, and some positive milestones for our aviation sector.

In the last week, a dramatic ramping up of social distancing, travel bans and state lockdowns have forced airlines to stand down the majority of their staff. But amid the chaos, what's next for Australia's aviation industry? On this episode of the podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant, Christian "Boo" Boucousis and senior writer Adam Thorn reflect on the latest airline announcements, including Virgin Australia standing down 80% of its staff, Qantas' soaring share price, and REX's unique approach to demanding a bail-out. They discuss the long road to recovery predicted for international flights, the ongoing collaboration between unions and airlines, and the now booming maintenance and storage sector of the industry.

On this episode of the Australian Aviation podcast, host Phil Tarrant and senior writer Adam Thorn delve into the continued impact of COVID-19. They recap the latest news around deep cuts to international and domestic capacity by national carriers, share prices dropping, and how regional travel is being affected. Phil and Adam discuss how the airlines are juggling maintaining a workforce while ensuring their cash flow is sufficient, reflect on Qantas' proactive leadership, and share the predicted impact on the sector once the crisis is over.

The coronavirus pandemic is undoubtedly having a substantial impact on the aviation sector, with staff and passenger safety, employment and share prices all areas of significant concern moving forward. Australian airlines have already scaled back their services and according to industry experts, this is likely to continue. On this episode of the podcast, your hosts Phil Tarrant and Christian "Boo" Boucousis are joined by senior writer for Australian Aviation Adam Thorn to discuss the latest news surrounding the impacts of COVID-19 on the industry. They also detail the findings of the recent Ethiopian investigation into Boeing's 737 Max crash and share the amusing story of an installation in a Tampa airport arrivals hall.

On this episode of the podcast, your hosts Phil Tarrant and Christian "Boo" Boucousis usher in a new era for the Australian Aviation brand under Momentum Media. Phil and Boo outline the focus of the brand for 2020 and beyond, the key stakeholders in the aviation community, and the major initiatives that are shaping the sector at the moment. They delve into the meaning of "situational awareness", how they plan to engage industry experts to explain the implications of current aviation issues, and Boo shares his experience of his very first solo flight.

What happens when you apply aviation to your technical career? Meet John and Rodney from Simulator Solutions, who are giving 747 cockpits a new lease in life building flight simulators. You can read more about Simulator Solutions here: https://simulatorsolutions.com.au/

What's it like being the CEO of an airport? Chris links it closely to the proverb 'you give up the right to have a bad day'. Chris shares anecdotes from his time working in business, property development and tourism, from which he found his true love with aviation and the airport industry. We speak to Chris about the future of aviation, its thrills and its challenges.

Listen in as two ex-fighter pilots and good friends sit down to share stories about serving in the Air Force, and speak about Plattsy's most recent career move as Head of Cargo at Heathrow Airport

In this episode, Boo sits down with Natasha Santha from L.E.K. Consulting to address the concerns, curiosities, and complexities of the large scale operation to bring aerial ride sharing to our major cities. Recent developments suggest that by 2023 we will have the ability to skip time-critical and congested routes by opting for an aerial ride-sharing service.

What is the difference between learning to fly and becoming a pilot? We get to the bottom of it with Joel Haski and Jared Parker from The Aerobatic School

Welcome to the third and final instalment in our three-part series, covering the Aviation Australia Expo in Brisbane. Covering everything from mechanical engineering and cabin crew training, our guest host Mic Cullen wraps up our series speaking to FLTLT Melinda Russell and FLTLT John Harrington from RAAF. They're joined by QantasLink captain and Assistant Flight Training Manager Danica Henderson, who shares her thoughts on the Dash-8 Q200 and Q300 variants in Australia and New Zealand.

Listen in as our guest host Mic Cullen takes you through our second episode in the three-part series from the Aviation Australia "Aviation Expo" in Brisbane, held in August 2019. We take a deep dive into mechanical engineering, with Charlie Mifsud and Neil Delarue, the hugely experienced licenced aircraft maintenance engineers (LAMEs).

Welcome to the first episode in our three-part series from the Aviation Australia's "Aviation Expo" in Brisbane. Boasting one of the best aviation training centres in the state, we take a closer look at the people and power behind Aviation Australia as guest host Mic Cullen chats to VIP speakers, educators and guests. This week, you'll hear Mic speak to Cameron Dick, the Queensland Minister for State Development, about how the training facility at Brisbane Airport has met the demand for skills in the aviation sector. Plus, we hear from Aviation Australia's Cindy Doran and Alan Scaide on cabin crew training and lifestyle. For those who are looking at taking up a career in aviation, Mic perfectly unpacks what it takes to be a part of the industry and hones in on the importance of teamwork and the right skillset.

We often have the pleasure of interviewing pilots or students. This time, we delve into what it's like to work on the ground and in the tower. Both serving incredibly important roles towards the everyday operations of our industry, Clarence Schofield, and his father Colin, share a mutual love for aviation and an Aussie 'can-do' spirit. Now retired, Colin shares his stories on what it was like working for Qantas as a Tug Driver, as he led aircraft to and from terminals and maintenance areas.

We're looking forward to bringing you more international aviation content and introducing guests from around the world. But first, we would love for you to get acquainted with Australian Aviation's very own boss- Christian Boucousis, call-sign 'Boo'. Usually you'll find Boo in front of the camera, behind the mic as our podcast host or thinking about our next Good Kit article. This time, he got the pleasure to sit down as a guest, speaking to Kerwin Rae about his very own experiences with business and aviation. For those who are wanting to learn the habits of great leadership, or needing a moment to reset, debrief and plan- take a listen to this very special podcast.

In today's Father's Day Series Podcast, we're chatting to Steve Wallace and his daughter Bernadette. The phrase 'the apple doesn't fall far from the tree' couldn't be truer for this duo, with Steve nurturing his daughter's love for aviation from a very young age. Dinner time was never dull in the Wallace household. With Steve lining up cutlery to create runways and salt + pepper shakers to symbolise the aircraft, you can imagine his storytelling was quite a hit with the kids. Bernadette's earliest memory of aviation stems from her experience in the co-pilot seat, whilst her father worked alongside Mission Australia servicing Indigenous communities in Arnhem Land. Bringing passengers in for appointments and shopping trips and flying community members between homelands ensured that every day was different for Bernadette and her father. Now a Senior Base Pilot at the Royal Flying Doctor Service Brisbane Base, Steve's daily schedule still remains a surprise each day he clocks into work. Recently completing her Bachelor of Aviation, Bernadette is looking to fly high with her upcoming career working at a local flight school. Take a listen to find out more about how Bernadette finds her wings and how Steve found his!

We're really excited to launch the inaugural WOFA Podcast. What's WOFA? The World of Aviation! We're launching a new digital aviation channel to bring you unique insights from around the world. For those in Australia, Father's Day is quickly approaching and to celebrate, we're rolling out a series of podcasts to hear how some very special dads have influenced their sons and daughters in the aviation world! In today's podcast we're chatting to Peter Weekes, call-sign "Weeksey". Peter is formerly an Air Traffic Controller, Fighter Pilot, Fighter Weapons Instructor and currently a First Officer with Tigerair. We share Peter's stories growing up with his father John Weekes, an airline pilot with a career spanning TAA, Asiana Airways, Lauda Air and Singapore Airlines, from F27's the Boeing 777. Peter's brother David Weekes is also a Boeing 737 Captain with Virgin Australia, who is testament to aviation running deep in their veins. We hope you enjoy the first of many WOFA Podcasts and stay tuned to more from the Father's Day series over the coming weeks!

Today on the show we have something a little different. Our guest is Greg Shaw from Flight Disruptions. As you would know, the aviation industry employs thousands of people and not all of them are pilots. When your bags are lost or your flight is cancelled then Greg and his team are the people that bring order to the chaos of getting you and a couple hundred other people along with their luggage to the hotel while you all wait for your next flight! This is a great Aussie business success story about a person from the industry that spotted a gap in the market and had a go at plugging it, and you know what, it worked! Find out more about Flight Disruptions at their website: https://flightdisruptions.com/ Subscribe to Australian Aviation: https://australianaviation.com.au/subscribe-2/ Today's show is brought to you by: https://homeofaviation.com/

Today on the Australian Aviation podcast we are joined by Eskil Amdal - callsign Taz and the owner of Australian Aviation Christian Boucousis. Many of you would know that Boo served in the Royal Australian Air Force as a Hornet pilot but you may not know that he also did an exchange to the UK with the RAF where he served in 11 squadron flying the Tornado. Boo and Taz met in the RAF where Taz was also on exchange from the Norwegian Air Force and that is the connection between the two gentlemen. Taz has enjoyed an amazing career in the Norwegian Air Force and if you have ever wanted to become an air force pilot or were even just a little bit curious about where it could take you then you are going to absolutely love this podcast. Taz has flown more than 100 different aircraft types and is also a graduate of the USN test pilot school. He shares with us what its like to fly the viper and the JSF but also gives us some great background on the F104 starfighter as well some of the other warbirds that he has flown. Taz has only just left the military and is now one of the test pilots for Airbus, and get this, he had to get qualified on the Eurofighter as part of his job at Airbus - now is that cool or what! Today's podcast is brought to you by: https://homeofaviation.com