Tag Archives: A380

Episode 217: It’s all about Sydney (& not just the Grand Final)

Posted on October 3, 2012 by admin

The AFL Grand final is over & despite Steve’s blissful dreaming, his mighty Hawthorn Hawks have been beaten by the Sydney Swans. Despite his immense sadness, the boys decide to continue with the news: As Air New Zealand starts buying … Continue reading →

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Episode 210: Good News, Everyone!

Posted on August 15, 2012 by admin

We’ve got some good news on the maintenance & engineering front so we figured it was too important to leave to later: TAE (a wholly owned subsidiary of Air New Zealand) are opening new workshops in Brisbane & Adelaide to … Continue reading →

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Episode 207: Escaping to Work

Posted on July 29, 2012 by admin

Just for a change, Steve’s out on the remote link because he’s run off to work to escape more PCDU editing. Of course, this means Grant’s left in the studio to run the recording and *GASP* edit the show! Qantas … 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 199: Dreamliner hits Dreamtime on the DreamTour & We’re Dreaming!

Posted on May 29, 2012 by admin

Boeing have brought 787 ZA003 down under on segment #7 of the DreamTour, stopping in Melbourne long enough for Steve & Grant to get a tour and record an interview. Taking advantage of being able to hang out live instead … Continue reading →

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Episode 196: Wings Over Illawarra 2012

Posted on May 8, 2012 by admin

Steve, Grant and Allan have made the long haul up to the Wings Over Illawarra 2012 airshow where the weather is beautiful, the aircraft amazing and the caffeine is flowing after driving over 800km to get there. Despite the helicopters … 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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Episode 190: Bifurcating Virgins

Posted on March 20, 2012 by admin

Steve & Grant join the Geeks for a live record of the Australia Desk which has made Steve very happy as he doesn’t have to edit it! Despite the perils of recording live, the boys managed to discuss: Virgin moves … Continue reading →

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Episode 185: More Cracking Issues

Posted on February 14, 2012 by admin

It’s another beautiful day in Melbourne but it’s not all sunshine & dreams for everyone: Qantas have discovered hairline cracks in another A380, this time one that encountered severe turbulence over India. As per the EASA directive, Qantas have been … Continue reading →

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Episode 183: Alone Again…

Posted on January 31, 2012 by admin

Grant’s all on his own in the studio and there’s no sign of Steve. While he’s waiting, he’s checking out his new “mood machine,” a device that detects the ambience of its environment & plays music suitable to the moment. … Continue reading →

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