Best Gauss Podcasts (2026)

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Gulf Air CEO Martin Gauss On Leadership, Strategy And Change 18:26

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20d ago18:26

18:26

Martin Gauss, newly appointed CEO of Gulf Air and recipient of Air Transport World's Joseph S. Murphy Leadership Excellence Award, reflects on nearly 14 years in charge at airBaltic and the leadership lessons he's learned. Gauss also shares his early priorities after taking the helm at Gulf Air in one of aviation's most competitive regions.…

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Unlocking Revenue In The Day-Of-Travel Window | Sponsored By Plusgrade 16:40

22d ago16:40

16:40

In this Aviation Week podcast, sponsored by Plusgrade, Mike Slone, Vice President of Product at Plusgrade, explores how airlines can capitalize on the day-of-travel window to drive incremental revenue while enhancing the passenger experience. Find Out More

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Unintended Consequences Of Airline Rules 19:56

27d ago19:56

19:56

Listen in as IATA executive Thomas Reynaert speaks to ATW's Karen Walker about why consumer regulations and taxes aimed at airlines can have negative effects.

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What The Latest Decision On Heathrow's Third Runway Really Means 20:21

1M ago20:21

20:21

After the UK government backed London Heathrow's in-house plan for a third runway, Routes' David Casey is joined by ASM's Edmond Rose and ATW's Alan Dron to examine what the move means for airlines, net zero targets and whether the 2035 timeline can realistically be delivered.

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How Digitization Is Changing Commercial Flight | Sponsored By Flightscape – Powered By CAE 17:01

2M ago17:01

17:01

In this podcast, Aviation Week's Business Editor Matthew Fulco discusses with Stephen Schwartz, CAE Flight Services, Regional Sales Director of the Americas, how software—including AI-powered systems—can be used to boost safety, improve passenger experience and support flight crews. Find out more about Flightscape…

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How To Run A Small Market U.S. Airport 15:57

2M ago15:57

15:57

Listen in as David Pollard, the director of Tallahassee International Airport which serves Florida's state capital, discusses the challenges and opportunities of managing a small market U.S. airport. Pollard was speaking with Aaron Karp on the sidelines of Aviation Week Network's TakeOff North America 2025 conference in Florida.…

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Flyadeal CEO Steven Greenway On What's Next For The LCC 20:47

2M ago20:47

20:47

Steven Greenway, the CEO of Saudi Arabian LCC flyadeal, talks about branching out into long-haul operations and being part of Saudi Arabia's ambitious growth strategy.

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JetSMART CEO On Low-Cost Strategy And Innovation 20:23

2M ago20:23

20:23

JetSMART CEO Estuardo Ortiz talks with ATW Editor-in-Chief Karen Walker about operating as a low-cost carrier in South America as they prepare to fly their 50 millionth passenger.

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Abra CEO Adrian Neuhauser On Strategy And IPO Plans 20:44

3M ago20:44

20:44

Abra Group CEO Adrian Neuhauser talks with ATW editor Karen Walker about Avianca, GOL and the South American market.

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Why The Latin American Air Transport Market Is One To Watch 26:09

3M ago26:09

26:09

Editors from ATW and CAPA – Centre for Aviation discuss the shifts behind international traffic booms to and from Latin American destinations.

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Evolving Trends In Airline Network Planning 25:19

3M ago25:19

25:19

After returning from Routes World in typhoon-hit Hong Kong, Aviation Week's David Casey is joined by ASM experts Tony Griffin and Edmond Rose to discuss industry resilience in the face of disruption as well as the key markets, trends and strategies shaping the next phase of global air service development.…

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Cruisin' The Skies And Seas 34:25

3M ago34:25

34:25

Editors sit down with former airline executive Chris Chiames, who now works for a major cruise ship company, to explore the air transport industry through the lens of cruising, navigating rewards program strategy and managing customer expectations at 35,000 ft. and on the open ocean.

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TAP Is Officially Up For Sale, So What Happens Now? 19:22

3M ago19:22

19:22

TAP Air Portugal CEO Luís Rodrigues talks with Window Seat about the launch of the airline's long-anticipated privatization, long-haul development out of Porto and the challenges of growth with a constrained fleet and home hub.

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Airfield Of Dreams—How A Small Airport Got Commercial Service 22:42

4M ago22:42

22:42

Gulf Shores International Airport Director Jesse Fosnaugh tells the story of building a terminal from scratch and gaining commercial airline service.

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Selling That Empty Seat | Sponsored By Plusgrade 20:31

4M ago20:31

20:31

Why the next big thing in airline ancillaries is turning an unsold seat into a revenue maker and passenger pleaser. Find out more

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Why Airlines Are Monitoring Air Taxi Development 34:39

4M ago34:39

34:39

Aviation Week editors Graham Warwick, Ben Goldstein and Karen Walker discuss what air taxis might bring to the world of commercial air travel.

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How To Run A Major O&D Airport 25:42

4M ago25:42

25:42

Las Vegas Reid International Airport Director Rosemary Vassiliadis discusses the inner workings of a major U.S. O&D airport, plans to build a second Las Vegas airport and more.

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How Strikes Disrupted Airlines' Best Laid Plans 20:10

5M ago20:10

20:10

Air Canada's flight attendant walkout grounded hundreds of flights and will have significantly dented its quarterly financials, while European airlines have faced disruption from French air traffic control strikes. In this episode, Aviation Week editors explore how strikes are reshaping airline operations, finances and carrier optics.…

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What Next For London Heathrow? 19:24

5M ago19:24

19:24

Aviation Week Network editors gather in London to discuss the latest proposals for expanding Europe's largest hub. Host Karen Walker is joined by David Casey, Victoria Moores, Alan Dron, Chen Chuanren, Kurt Hofmann and Brian Budzynski for this conversation about London Heathrow Airport.

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Are Changes Coming In U.S. Airport Security Screening? 31:15

5M ago31:15

31:15

Aviation Week Network editors discuss whether it's the right time to update airport security rules and restrictions that have been in place since the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

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The Art of Flight Crew Management | Sponsored By CAE 17:49

6M ago17:49

17:49

Listen in as ATW's Karen Walker hears from experts at Flightscape about the complexities of airline crew scheduling and best approaches in this podcast sponsored by CAE. Find out more about Flightscape

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JetBlue And Porter—A Tale Of Two Airlines 24:34

6M ago24:34

24:34

ATW editors discuss the different strategies of two airlines in challenging times: U.S.-based JetBlue and Canadian carrier Porter.

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Why So Many Airlines Are Focused On The South Transatlantic Market 26:06

6M ago26:06

26:06

Listen in as editors explore how airlines on both sides of the Atlantic are adapting their strategies to tap into growing demand for travel between Europe and South America, including how M&A could play a key role in shaping the next phase of South Atlantic competition.

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The Critical Air Cargo Sector 24:25

6M ago24:25

24:25

Airfreight expert Brandon Fried talks about how the air cargo industry is adapting to world changes and turmoil.

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Airlines In A War Zone 29:10

7M ago29:10

29:10

Aviation Week Network editors discuss the impacts of the Israel-Iran war on airlines, the air transport industry and demand for air travel, as they assess jamming and spoofing, oil prices and network planning.

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Boeing, Airlines And Another Paris Air Show 21:42

7M ago21:42

21:42

On location ATW editors share their takes on the Paris Air Show from a commercial air transport perspective.

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An Exclusive Interview With ICAO Secretary General 27:05

7M ago27:05

27:05

Listen in as ATW's Karen Walker sits down with ICAO Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar to talk about the organization's work, focus areas and his message for the Paris Air Show.

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What's On Airline CEOs' Minds At IATA AGM 27:26

7M ago27:26

27:26

Editors discuss the themes and challenges raised by airline and industry executives at the International Air Transport Association AGM in New Delhi.

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Exploring The New World Of Onboard Wi-Fi | Sponsored By Intelsat 26:02

7M ago26:02

26:02

ATW Editor-in-Chief Karen Walker talks with a LATAM Airlines director and a satellite expert about the realm of opportunities that high-tech inflight connectivity brings to airlines and passengers, in this episode sponsored by Intelsat. To learn about Intelsat's inflight connectivity solutions, visit intelsat.com/non-stop…

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Aviation's Swerves On Safety And Sustainability 25:42

8M ago25:42

25:42

Editors discuss the overlapping issues of safety and sustainability in the U.S. and Europe as a busy summer flying season looms, amid government pledges to address airspace congestion and shifting priorities on air transport sustainability.

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Inside Disaster Relief With Airlink CEO Steve Smith 18:11

8M ago18:11

18:11

Airlink CEO Steve Smith, a passionate advocate for redefining disaster logistics, sits down with Karen Walker to talk about how his nonprofit supports communities in crisis as it marks 15 years of operations.

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Breeze CEO David Neeleman On The Big Issues Facing Aviation 24:31

8M ago24:31

24:31

The founder of JetBlue, Azul and Breeze discusses the U.S. and Latin American airline markets, sustainability, air traffic control and supply chain challenges with host Aaron Karp.

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Why IndiGo Is Expanding To Europe 20:17

8M ago20:17

20:17

IndiGo's Abhijit DasGupta explains how the LCC plans to shake up the India-Europe market ahead of launching its first routes to Western Europe this summer.

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Technology As The Fixer For Aviation Industry Workforce Gaps | Sponsored By CAE 26:31

9M ago26:31

26:31

Experts discuss how the airline and airport workforces have changed, the operational challenges being faced, and what new technology can bring to bear in this podcast sponsored by CAE.

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Sun Country Airlines CEO On Carrier's Unique Business Model 26:53

9M ago26:53

26:53

Sun Country Airlines CEO Jude Bricker discusses the Minneapolis-based carrier's hybrid model integrating passenger, charter and cargo operations.

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Cathay Pacific Talks Sustainability 21:23

9M ago21:23

21:23

Listen in as the head of Cathay Pacific's sustainability initiatives discusses the Hong Kong-based airline's "greener together" philosophy.

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Straight Talk From The CEO Of Airlines For America 31:08

9M ago31:08

31:08

A4A President and CEO Nick Calio, recipient of the 2025 ATW Lifetime Achievement Award, talks with Aviation Week's Karen Walker about critical industry challenges his organization has worked through and why he believes the new transportation secretary and Trump administration are taking the right approach to air transportation.…

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Key Industry Perspectives From Routes Asia 2025 20:43

9M ago20:43

20:43

Recorded live from Routes Asia 2025 in Perth, Aviation Week editors discuss sentiment at the conference among Asia-Pacific airlines, including aircraft supply constraints, geopolitical influences and China's recovering travel market.

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A Conversation With The Head Of Cathay Cargo 27:21

10M ago27:21

27:21

Tom Owen, director at Cathay Cargo, the ATW Cargo Operator of the Year, talks about what it takes to be at the top of your game in the complex but vital air freight sector.

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How Safe Is The U.S. Air Transport System? 37:52

10M ago37:52

37:52

Aviation Week Network editors and analysts discuss the safety questions being raised after a fatal crash and near-miss.

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Arajet CEO Lays Out U.S. Expansion Strategy 23:32

10M ago23:32

23:32

Less than three years since its launch, Dominican Republic-based Arajet is rapidly establishing itself as a key connector between the Americas via its Santo Domingo hub. Founder and CEO Víctor Pacheco shares insights on the significance of the recent U.S.-Dominican Republic open skies agreement and what it means for the airline's growth.…

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A Conversation With British Airways 29:55

11M ago29:55

29:55

British Airways executive Neil Chernoff discusses network strategy and planning, Heathrow's third runway, product investments and more.

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Bahamasair CEO On How Fleet Is Evolving 20:57

11M ago20:57

20:57

Bahamasair CEO Tracy Cooper discusses how the airline is navigating increasing tourism demand, fleet modernization and the ever-growing need for regional air connectivity. Recorded live at Routes Americas 2025.

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Why European Aviation Thinks It Can Hit Net Zero By 2050 21:16

11M ago21:16

21:16

Europe's aviation sector has just updated its roadmap to net zero. Airlines for Europe (A4E) managing director Ourania Georgoutsakou discusses what has changed since 2021 and whether net zero is actually achievable.

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Talking With Cathay Pacific Airways' CEO 35:15

11M ago35:15

35:15

Hong Kong airline Cathay Pacific's chief executive Ronald Lam discusses growth and resurgence at Cathay's passenger and cargo operations as well as at its LCC HK Express.

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Air Greenland's CEO On Expansion In A Changing World 22:07

12M ago22:07

22:07

Greenland's aviation industry is undergoing a transformative period with the opening of Nuuk International Airport, enabling Air Greenland to expand its international network. Air Greenland CEO Jacob Nitter Sørensen discusses the carrier's future.

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Challenges Facing Airports In 2025 21:33

12M ago21:33

21:33

ACI World's new Director General Justin Erbacci discusses his vision for airports in 2025 and beyond, addressing topics like passenger traffic growth, slot allocation reform and sustainability.

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What To Watch With Airlines This Year 30:30

12M ago30:30

30:30

Listen in as Aviation Week Network editors discuss the world's airlines and industry issues they will be monitoring this year.

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The Big Issues For Airlines Going Into 2025 24:47

1y ago24:47

24:47

Listen in as IATA's Senior Vice President for Operations, Safety and Security Nick Careen outlines aviation's top operational, safety and security challenges that could lie ahead in the new year.

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Supporting Airlines Through Operational Disruptions | Sponsored By CAE 27:54

1y ago27:54

27:54

In this sponsored podcast industry experts talk about how technology can get airlines get back on track quickly when things go wrong. Sponsored By CAE | Find out more here