Radio Runway
4 mates that share a love for all things aviation discuss the week's events across the industry, with plenty of laughs along the way.
Episode 23 - An old friend returns
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
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?
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'
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
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?
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...
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!
Airports // Tel Eviv Airport
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.
Episode 16 - Another Airline falls Victim
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
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
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
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
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!
News - 18 October, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.
Episode 11 - The life of a Cabin Manager
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
Enjoy the second part to our recap on our European summer of aviation!
News - 14 September, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 6 weeks.
News - 14 September, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 6 weeks.
News - 14 September, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.
Episode 10 - A New Season Begins
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.
News - 28 August, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 6 weeks.
Episode 9 - Season 1 in Review
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
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...
News - 26 May, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.
Epidode 7 - The Sanrizuka Struggle
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.
News - 12 May, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.
Episode 6 - Australia's Forgotten Airline
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".
News - 01 May, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.
News - 24 April, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.
News - 06 April, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.
Episode 5 - Off the Radar
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"!
News - 07 April, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.
Episode 4 - First Officer Mitch Hutchison
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”.
News - 26 March, 2023
This is a summary of everything that's happened in aviation in the past 2 weeks.
Episode 3 - Fare is Fair
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!
BONUS - Black Box, Episode 2: Boeing vs Airbus
As promised, this is the full unedited conversation amongst the guys about the great Boeing vs Airbus debate.
Episode 2 - Boeing, Boeing, Gone
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
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.