Episode 182 - 5G Extension

Aired on May 22, 2023

Airlines are asking for more time to update aircraft altimeters but will the FAA extend the deadline at the end of June? Telecoms executive Hugh Odom, president of Vertical Consultants, joins us to talk about the concerns. Doug goes down memory taxi lane with a visit to Enid Oklahoma where he did early flight training. Drew talks about ensuring thousands of bags fly with passengers. We also discuss:

• Hawaiian gets first 787s. Where will they fly?

• Cargolux 747 loses a main gear assembly

• Russian airlines’ maintenance situation gets worse

• Cathay Pacific works to come back from the downturn but pilot hiring is a challenge

• What's the difference between apron, tarmac, and ramp?

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A Hawaiian A330 departs Seattle