Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast

Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast

Aviation Week

Episodes 100
Avg. Duration 24m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.2 (402)
Since Feb 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Outreach Signals

Open to Sponsors Features Guests

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every Few Days
Format
Episodic
Consistency
80%
Hosting
aviationweek.libsyn.com

Contact & Outreach

About This Podcast

Aviation Week & Space Technology editors take a look at some of the bigger-picture issues in the world of aerospace and defense

Explore Statistics

Recent Episodes

How Big Is The Crisis Facing Airlines?

Jun 12, 2026 24m

Airline leaders from around the world converged on Rio last weekend for the IATA AGM at a time when the fallout from the Iran war is hitting the industry hard.

Why German Aerospace Is Booming

Jun 09, 2026 21m

Aviation Week editors discuss how Europe is reshaping its military and commercial aviation sectors amid growing security concerns.

A Defining Moment For Blue Origin

Jun 05, 2026 23m

As Blue Origin races to close the gap on SpaceX, a huge explosion on the launchpad has dealt the company a significant setback. Editors discuss how Blue will respond and implications for the broader…

SpaceX—To The Nasdaq And Beyond

Jun 02, 2026 31m

Editors discuss SpaceX's pitch for what will be the biggest IPO ever and what it could mean for the company.

Another Delay For 777X—How Bad This Time?

May 29, 2026 25m

Bank of America analyst Ron Epstein joins Aviation Week editors to discuss the 777X program's long-term outlook after news that it will likely not be certified until 2027, and how Airbus will…

Orient Express—Traversing Europe's Defense Landscape

May 26, 2026 35m

From the cancellation of RIAT to Turkey's newly announced ICBM, Aviation Week's Robert Wall and Tony Osborne navigate the evolving European defense scene. Thank you to our sponsor, GE Aerospace. GE…

Does Boeing Need China Anymore?

May 22, 2026 18m

Editors are joined by guest columnist Scott Mikus, director of Melius Research covering aerospace, to discuss Boeing's strategic position in China following a 200-aircraft order from Beijing that…

Are X-Planes Worth The Xtra Effort?

May 19, 2026 31m

Aviation Week editors Guy Norris, Robert Wall and Graham Warwick discuss the state of X-planes, how they have historically performed and what challenge the next X-plane program should take on.

Twenty Years Ago He Was Bigger Than Elon Musk—Has Aerospace Learned From His Failure?

May 15, 2026 26m

Vern Raburn's attempt to mass-produce low-cost airplanes was a flop. Was Eclipse the forerunner to today's air mobility ventures? Guest columnist Richard Aboulafia and retired editor Fred George join…

Space Planes, Space Control and Space Domain Awareness

May 12, 2026 29m

Aviation Week editors discuss how space control is front and center for the U.S. Space Force, allied services and adversaries.

How Joby And Unither Are Pushing AAM Toward Real Operations

May 08, 2026 18m

Aviation Week's Graham Warwick and Ben Goldstein examine Joby Aviation's piloted New York City demonstrations and Unither Bioelectronics' hydrogen-electric Robinson R44 flights in Quebec as advanced…

Missiles, Marines, Missile Defense And More

May 05, 2026 35m

Aviation Week editors discuss just how much missiles have become central to the Pentagon's modernization strategy, the status of Golden Dome's Space-Based Interceptor effort, and what we observed at…

How's Business At Airbus And Boeing?

May 01, 2026 25m

Aviation Week's Joe Anselmo, Michael Bruno, Jens Flottau and Guy Norris discuss recent earnings updates from Airbus and Boeing that saw the duopoly shrug off the Gulf War but note persisting supply…

Dissecting Developments On MV-75, F/A-XX, B-21 And More

Apr 28, 2026 26m

Editors reflect on a busy period for defense, sharing insights on Quad-A, Sea-Air-Space, Aviation Week's MALMS, the latest Pentagon budget figures, and everything else you need to know on air and…

Aero Friedrichshafen Steps Up

Apr 24, 2026 20m

Editors discuss developments in European business aviation after this week's Aero Friedrichshafen and the cancellation of the EBACE show.

At Space Symposium, NASA is Cool Again

Apr 21, 2026 19m

Listen in as our editors discuss the buzz over Artemis II, the push for multiyear milspace predicaments and the return of nuclear reactors.

Quarterly Qhaos—How Hard Will Geopolitics Hit Commercial Aviation?

Apr 17, 2026 17m

U.S. first-quarter earnings are typically a non-event, but not this year. Aviation Week editors look ahead to updates from airlines and OEMs and share what they will be watching for.

Reflections On The Dude 44 Rescue And Other Iran War Lessons

Apr 14, 2026 29m

Aviation Week editors discuss the recent rescue operation of the Dude 44 F-15E crew, which marks a significant advancement in military innovation. --- From today's challenges to tomorrow's demands,…

Understanding The Revolution In Inflight Connectivity

Apr 10, 2026 23m

Aviation Week editors covering commercial aviation and space convene to discuss how and why airlines are increasingly offering fast inflight Wi-Fi for free. Listen in to here Jens Flottau, Christine…

Unpacking Trump's Gargantuan Military Air And Space Budget

Apr 07, 2026 27m

Aviation Week's Joe Anselmo, Brian Everstine, Vivienne Machi and Steve Trimble delve into the winners and losers in the White House's $1.5 trillion defense spending plan. --- Today's aerospace and…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast have?

Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast has published 100 episodes since February 2025, covering topics in Business News, News.

Is Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast still active?

Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes every few days. Average episode length is 24m.

How do I contact Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast for sponsorship or guest appearances?

Sign up on Grep.FM to access contact details for Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast, including email and social media links.

Similar Podcasts