Flying Smarter: Air Travel Explained

Air Travel Andrew
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Flying Smarter: Air Travel Explained

Air travel can be confusing and frustrating. At the same time, the world of commercial flying is absolutely fascinating. In each episode, this podcast will answer your questions and explore different topics to expand your horizons and make you a smarter and savvier air traveler. Whether you are looking to make the most of your next flying experience or are a naturally curious learner who wants to know more about how air travel works, Flying Smarter is the podcast for you.

  1. 22 OCT.

    71 - Maximizing Your Points and Miles with Ben Komenkul

    In this episode, points and miles expert Ben Komenkul joins Andrew to share expert tips and insights to help you maximize your points and miles. But first, Andrew talks about USO lounges and airline charter divisions. You may have seen or heard about USO Lounges when travelling across the United States. What are these spaces? Learn more in this episode. This episode’s guest is Ben Komenkul, the points and miles expert behind Ben’s Big Deal, a leading platform that helps travelers un...

    23 min

  2. 7 OCT.

    70 - The World's Top Airport Lounges

    This episode contains the third and final part of our series on airport lounges. Plus, Andrew takes a look at why airlines skip seat letters. We’ve previously covered why airlines sometimes skip row numbers, but why do they also do the same with seat letters? Find out in this episode. Did you know that Uber once offered a helicopter service called Uber Copter? Learn more about how this special service worked. From private rooms to swimming pools to golf simulators, there are t...

    22 min

  3. 23 SEPT.

    69 - How to Access Airport Lounges

    In this episode, Andrew starts by looking at airline status and the US government’s airline for transporting prisoners. Then he continues our airport lounge series by looking at how to access lounges. What is alliance status? Flying Smarter has covered airline status before but this episode will look at how that translates to alliance-wide benefits.The United States government has its own airline for transporting prisoners around the country. Learn more about the Justice Prisoner and Ali...

    25 min

  4. 9 SEPT.

    68 - A Look at Airport Lounges

    In this episode, Andrew starts off by talking about why some airplanes skip row numbers and what airlines do to recognize “million milers.” Then for the main segment, he starts the first of a two-part series on airport lounges. Why do some airlines choose to skip row numbers? The rows on an airplane could be numbered from one to six and then jump to nine. Learn more in this episode. Airport lounges are increasingly popular and accessible. We’re delving into the world of lounges, loo...

    26 min

  5. 26 AOÛT

    Revisited: Talking Turbulence with Owen Zupp

    We have to take a week off unfortunately, but we’re revisiting Episode 8 instead of skipping this week altogether! Flying Smarter will be back with an all-new Episode on September 9th. ---This episode is special because it doesn’t follow the normal episode format. Andrew spends the entire episode chatting with airline pilot Owen Zupp about turbulence and what you need to know about it. Topics discussed in this episode include: Turbulence makes some passengers a bit nervous and there...

    28 min

  6. 12 AOÛT

    67 - Keeping Travelers Satisfied with Michael Taylor

    Andrew starts this episode by talking about aircraft painting and secret crew rest areas. The main segment for this episode features Michael Taylor from data analytics and consumer insights firm J.D. Power. How often do aircraft get repainted? And why is the process so important? Find out more in this episode. Plus, did you know that some airliners have hidden crew rest areas? Michael Taylor is the Senior Managing Director, Travel, Hospitality, Retail and Customer Service at data a...

    30 min

  7. 29 JUILL.

    66 - Five More Unique Air Travel Experiences

    In this episode, Andrew starts by looking at why airlines and aircraft sometimes struggle in hot temperatures. Then he explores five unique air travel experiences. Why do planes have trouble taking off in hot temperatures? The answer has to do with science. Learn more about why this happens and what airlines and travelers can do about it. From a “milk run” through the rugged Alaska wilderness to sipping champagne in your own private suite with a bathroom and bedroom, there are lots...

    24 min

  8. 1 JUILL.

    65 - The Future of Technology in the Air Travel Experience with Joelle Cuvelier

    This episode contains the second part of our conversation with Joelle Cuvelier from global travel technology company Amadeus. Plus, Andrew takes a look at whether a plane can fly with only one engine. Can a plane fly with only one engine? Most commercial aircraft today have two engines, but what happens if there is an engine failure? Find out in this episode. We continue our interview with Joelle Cuvelier, Senior Vice President of Customer Success Management at global travel technol...

    24 min
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Air travel can be confusing and frustrating. At the same time, the world of commercial flying is absolutely fascinating. In each episode, this podcast will answer your questions and explore different topics to expand your horizons and make you a smarter and savvier air traveler. Whether you are looking to make the most of your next flying experience or are a naturally curious learner who wants to know more about how air travel works, Flying Smarter is the podcast for you.

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  • Créateur
    Air Travel Andrew
  • Années d’activité
    2020 - 2024
  • Épisodes
    73
  • Classement
    Tout public
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    © 2024 Flying Smarter
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