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DLD 240: It’ll buff right out

  • April 18, 2019
  • Tagged as: 737 MAX, 737MAX, A320neo, A330neo, A380, Air Senegal, American Airlines, Avianca Brazil, bankruptcy, Boeing, BOS, Boston, engines, Hi Fly, Jet Airways, jetblue, JFK, London, Midwest Express, New York City, Norwegian, podcast, Stratolaunch, TATL, Transatlantic
A person is standing on a beach during sunset. The sky is filled with scattered clouds, and the sun is low on the horizon, casting a warm golden light over the scene. The reflection of the sun can be seen on the wet sand and the ocean waves. The overall atmosphere is serene and peaceful. The image is credited to @WandrMe in the bottom right corner.

London, eventually. Maybe a couple bankruptcies. And a plane that almost tumbled on take-off. Grab on for a fun set of stories this week!

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DLD 232: Surprise!

  • February 21, 2019
  • Tagged as: A380, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, San Francisco, SFO
The image shows a close-up of a traditional pastry known as "trdelník" or "chimney cake." The foreground features a single trdelník, coated with sugar, resting on a red napkin. In the background, multiple trdelníks are seen cooking on a grill, wrapped around metal rods. The pastries are cylindrical and hollow, with a golden-brown exterior.

What’s in store this week?? Perhaps it is a surprise for everyone. Owing to some excitement in the recording and editing process we’re all about to find out together!

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DLD 230: Get your engines rolling

  • February 7, 2019
  • Tagged as: 787, A380, ANA, Brexit, Emirates, engines, Gatwick, Haneda, Hawaii, Heathrow, HND, jetblue, LGW, LHR, London, Rolls Royce, RouteHappy, Southwest Airlines, Tokyo, United Kingdom
Alt text: A nighttime view of a highway near an airport, with light trails from moving vehicles. The road is lined with tall, white, Y-shaped light structures. In the background, there are illuminated columns in green and red colors. Overhead signs direct traffic to Sepulveda Blvd, Century Blvd, and Airport Return. Buildings with lit signs are visible in the distance.

Can Rolls pull off an A380 surprise? And can codeshare flights be a little less crappy for consumers? Plus slots, Haneda changes and Hawaii!

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DLD 214: A new Number 1 and new numbers for 1K

  • October 11, 2018
  • Tagged as: A380, American Airlines, British Airways, China, elite status, Emirates, high-speed rail, HSR, JFK, marriott, Marriott Rewards, merger, mileageplus, New York City, Norwegian, OTG, OTG Experience, podcast, spg, train, United Airlines, upgrades
Aerial view of a river winding through a town. The river is flanked by trees and buildings, with several bridges crossing it. The town has a mix of residential and commercial areas, with roads and streets visible. The landscape extends to the horizon, with a clear blue sky above. The wing of an airplane is visible in the bottom right corner of the image.

United has new elite rules, Marriott still struggles, new A380 engines are stalled and Primera is dead. Rough week, huh?

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DLD 188 : Raging jealousy

  • April 12, 2018
  • Tagged as: 787, A350 XWB, A380, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, fees, Hi Fly, San Francisco, San Jose, SJC
The image shows three airplanes at an airport. In the foreground, there is a large airplane with a colorful tail featuring red, yellow, and blue sections, and a South Korean flag near the tail. To the left, there is another airplane with a light blue body and the text "Korean Air" on its side. In the background, a third airplane is seen in the air, approaching for landing. The runway and taxiway signs are visible, and the sky is overcast.

Seth is in Hamburg, but Fozz and Stephan are debating what is the “east Bay” and what is the “south Bay”. Riveting stuff. Chime in with your opinion.

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DLD 177: A super jumbo lifesaver

  • January 25, 2018
  • Tagged as: A320, A380, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Carlsbad, Chicago, CLD, Delta Air Lines, Emirates, LaGuardia, LGA, O'Hare, ORD, United Airlines, Virgin America
A stunning sunset over a cityscape with a dramatic sky filled with vibrant red, orange, and purple clouds. The sun is partially hidden behind the horizon, casting a warm glow over the buildings and reflecting off a body of water in the foreground. The scene is tranquil and picturesque, capturing the beauty of the evening sky.

The A380 gets a new order and Airbus gets some additional action in China. Also, new rules for service animals, new liveries, new routes and new uniforms.

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DLD 167: DFW-KEF WTF??

  • November 22, 2017
  • Tagged as: A380, American Airlines, business class, Delta, DeltaOne, DFW, Emirates, Iceland, Icelandair, Kuwait Airlines, PaxEx, WOW Air
The image shows the interior of a large, modern airport terminal. The terminal features a high, arched ceiling with a grid-like pattern and numerous lights. There are digital screens displaying flight information and advertisements along the walls. Many people are walking or standing in the terminal, some with luggage. The overall atmosphere is busy and well-lit.

Is Iceland really that popular in Texas? More premium routes and no more A380s are also part of the discussions.

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DLD 162: The #PRCareLift

  • October 12, 2017
  • Tagged as: A330neo, A380, Air France, Airbus, Alaska Airlines, Boeing, Bombardier, CSeries, first class, PaxEx, podcast, Puerto Rico, Turkey
Alt text: The image contains the text "PUERTO RICO NEEDS YOUR ❤️'S AND 🙌'S" in bold red letters. Below the text is the flag of Puerto Rico, which has a blue triangle with a white star on the left and red and white stripes on the right. Inside the blue triangle, there is a white airplane with heart symbols trailing behind it.

Hey, DLD listeners: We need your help, far more than just putting up with our regular ramblings (of which there are plenty in this episode).

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DLD 148: MAX Plus Boom in Paris

  • June 29, 2017
  • Tagged as: 737MAX, A380, A380plus, Air Canada, Airbus, Antwerp, Boeing, FAA, Paris Air Show, PAS17, podcast, United, United Airlines
The image shows the rear section of an Airbus A380 aircraft, including its tail and part of the fuselage. The tail features the Airbus logo and the text "A380" prominently displayed. The winglet on the left side of the image has "A380plus" written on it. The aircraft is on the ground, and the sky in the background is clear and blue.

The Paris Air Show was full of interesting news again this year, though much of it felt incomplete. Antwerp is an interesting destination and lots of legal stuff happening in North America, too.

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DLD 143: What and Where for the Whale?

  • May 25, 2017
  • Tagged as: 737MAX, 787, A320neo, A380, Airbus, Boeing, Dreamliner, Dubai, Haneda, narita, PaxEx, podcast, Singapore Air, Tokyo
The image shows a view from an airplane window. The airplane's wing and engine are visible, with a backdrop of a beautiful sunset or sunrise. The sky is filled with clouds and has a mix of colors, including shades of orange, yellow, and blue.

What’s next for the A380? Delays in opening at Dubai and tracking new jets, too.

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