Tag Archives: A330

Episode 300: Back to Qantas and the F35

Posted on May 21, 2014 by admin

Congratulations all round for the Airplane Geeks team as they’ve hit 300 episodes and “Woo hoo” to us too as we’ve been along for a big chunk of the ride too. Of course, given all the re-takes we’ve done and … Continue reading →

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Episode 276: Lets try that shot again…

Posted on November 27, 2013 by admin

Some days it takes two goes to get it right when recording an episode, or even when getting knee reconstruction surgery. Ouch! Avoiding becoming the Australian Medical Desk, we change back to aviation topics. Etihad A330 pilot declares Mayday due … Continue reading →

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Episode 267: An AirProx, some headlines and Grant’s going to be in AOPA’s Australian Pilot magazine

Posted on September 25, 2013 by admin

Steve and Grant have finally finished running around to various events in Australia (for now 🙂) and have (finally!) put together a “real” Australia Desk. They discuss their experiences at the AusFly event in Narromine then quickly review a few headlines: … Continue reading →

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Episode 251: MyJet to Bendigo, Qantas in Perth & Airbus for RNZAF

Posted on June 5, 2013 by admin

We’ve often talked about the high cost of using airports in Australia, particularly the major hubs, and it seems the high cost of operating out of Melbourne’s Essendon Airport have forced a major user, business jet operator MyJet, to look … Continue reading →

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Episode 241: Our ATC was on fire!

Posted on April 2, 2013 by admin

The Regional Aviation Association of Australia calls for more assistance from Canberra for the increasingly struggling regional sector…but receives a less than favourable response. Fiji Airways (formerly Air Pacific) launches the first of three new A330s, which will replace its … Continue reading →

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Episode 220: Hopping into Melbourne Airport

Posted on October 24, 2012 by admin

Steve’s seen some strange things at railway stations, but what was that hot air balloon doing in front of the Maryborough station out in rural Victoria? Yup, it was Grant… He’s back now so it’s time to get stuck into … Continue reading →

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Episode 216: VIPA bares its teeth

Posted on September 26, 2012 by admin

The boys are back from the inaugural AusFly event & discuss what they were up to so far away from home. After that, it’s into the news, including: Virgin Australia pilots reject their initial contract offer according to the Virgin … Continue reading →

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Episode 203: Qantas crying “Wolf” in Jetstar’s clothing

Posted on June 26, 2012 by admin

We’re very impressed with Episode 202 last week as the Geeks got to hang out with the amazing collection of aircraft at the Udvar-Hazy Centre. Not only was it a great episode but we also have to give a big … Continue reading →

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Episode 195: GA Allowed at Avalon Airport for a fee, a LOT of fees!

Posted on May 1, 2012 by admin

The boys are back again after skipping last week’s Australia Desk due to health & work issues (no really, it wasn’t alcohol related at all!). So, after all that rest, they’re ready to dive back into the topics, including: Tiger … Continue reading →

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Episode 193: The Chips are Down on Qantas’ Biofuel Test

Posted on April 17, 2012 by admin

Grant drives over to the studio to discover Steve’s got a new “Get Rich Quick” scam scheme he’s cooked up around biofuel! Qantas flew an A330 (VH-EBP) from Sydney to Adelaide & back on a 50/50 blend of jet fuel … Continue reading →

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