Best SimpliFlying Podcasts (2025)

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The Allplane Podcast #129 with Shashank Nigam (Simpliflying / Sustainability in the Air)

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In this episode of the we welcome Shashank Nigam, who, together with Dirk Singer, has co-authored the Sustainability in the Air book series, two volumes that cover many of the most prominent entrepreneurs, companies and projects striving to make air travel cleaner and more sustainable. Now, Shashank is no newcomer to the aviation industry. He is al…

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The Allplane Podcast #130 with Mukund Karanjikar, CleanJoule founder and CEO

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The world badly needs sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and, fortunately, there is not shortage of entrepreneurs willing to take on the challenge to scale up production. Now, are all SAF pathways the same? Of course not. Today on the podcast we will talk with Mukund Karanjikar, founder and CEO of CleanJoule, a SAF startup based in Utah that is develo…

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How ZeroAvia is leading aviation’s transition to hydrogen-electric propulsion 59:06

4d ago59:06

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In this episode, we speak with Val Miftakhov, CEO and founder of ZeroAvia, who shares how the clean propulsion systems company is championing hydrogen-electric engines that could transform commercial aviation. Miftakhov discusses: ZeroAvia’s vertical integration strategy for developing in-house fuel cells, power electronics, and motors. The company…

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Why Loganair believes regional airlines will lead aviation's sustainable future 51:13

18d ago51:13

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In this episode, we speak with Luke Farajallah, CEO of Loganair, UK's largest regional airline that operates the world's shortest commercial flight and the only airline globally that lands commercially on a beach. Farajallah discusses: Loganair's unique "fishing in a big pond" approach to sustainable aviation, investing simultaneously in SAF, hybri…

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How Electra aims to bring sustainable air travel to communities everywhere 40:06

1M ago40:06

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In this episode, we speak with Marc Allen, CEO of Electra.aero, who shares how the hybrid-electric aircraft company is using its patented blown-lift technology to make regional air travel more accessible. Electra is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the book and o…

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Why Twelve believes power-to-liquids will revolutionise sustainable aviation fuel production 33:42

2M ago33:42

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In this episode, we speak with Etosha Cave, Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer of Twelve, who shares how the carbon transformation company harnesses carbon dioxide from industrial waste streams to produce efuels. Twelve is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the b…

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The Allplane Podcast #128 with Otto Aviation COO Scott Drennan

2M ago

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In this episode of the podcast we’ll explore one of the most truly disruptive clean-sheet aircraft projects currently underway. Scott Drennan is President and Chief Operations Officer (COO) of Otto Aviation, a US startup aircraft maker that is developing an ultra-efficient executive jet. The Phantom 3500 uses a teardrop-shaped design to take full a…

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Why IAG believes sustainable aviation requires both collaboration and competition 50:25

2M ago50:25

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In this episode, we speak with Aaron Robinson, Vice President of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at the International Airlines Group (IAG), which has become the top airline globally for SAF use. IAG is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the book and order a copy he…

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The Allplane Podcast #127: how ELeather saves airlines tons of fuel, w/Lisa Conway (Gen Phoenix)

2M ago

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When we talk about aviation sustainability, the first thing that usually comes to mind is propulsion technologies or new aircraft designs. But there are other ways to lower the environmental footprint of flying. Some are even hidden in plain sight! Today we bring you the story of a company doing its bit to make aviation more sustainable, but in a r…

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How the GBTA aims to align corporate travel demand with aviation sustainability goals 46:52

2M ago46:52

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In this episode, we speak with Suzanne Neufang, CEO of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), who shares how the world’s leading business travel association is transforming corporate travel to accelerate aviation decarbonisation through industry collaboration. Neufang discusses: How sustainability priorities amongst travel managers more tha…

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How Heart Aerospace is rewriting the rules of new aircraft development 39:56

3M ago39:56

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In this episode, we speak with Anders Forslund, Co-founder and CEO of Heart Aerospace, who shares the radical transformation his electric aircraft company has undergone in the past year — relocating from Sweden to Los Angeles and fundamentally changing how aerospace companies operate in the 21st century. Forslund discusses: Why Heart moved its oper…

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The Allplane Podcast #126: the electric jet engine, with Ivar Aune (SiriNor)

3M ago

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Ivar Aune is the CEO of SiriNor, a company working on an electric jet engine. Yes, you read that right! While most electric aircraft projects aim to power a propeller, SiriNor is going for the very technology that powers most of today’s commercial aviation industry. After all, a modern jet engine works by making a turbine spin. But while convention…

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Why JetZero believes blended wing body aircraft are essential for net-zero aviation 52:24

3M ago52:24

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In this episode, we speak with Tom O'Leary, CEO and co-founder of JetZero, which is developing the world's first commercial blended wing body (BWB) aircraft that promises to revolutionise aviation efficiency and passenger experience. JetZero is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can le…

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The Allplane Podcast #125: sewage to SAF w/Yvonne Moynihan (Wizz Air) & James Hygate (Firefly)

3M ago

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Wizz Air takes pride in having the lowest carbon footprint per passenger and kilometer in the airline industry, 52g, number that it expects to bring further down as it renews the fleet with larger, denser and more efficient aircraft. But fleet renewal alone won’t do the trick. In fact, “fleet” is just one of the three “Fs” that the pan-European ult…

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How Edmonton International Airport is becoming a “sustainability engine” for Canada 48:20

4M ago48:20

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In this episode, we speak with Marion N Chivot-Legris, Director of ESG & Sustainability Strategy at Edmonton International Airport (YEG), who shares how the Canadian airport is leveraging its unique position to drive sustainability innovation across the region. Chivot-Legris discusses: YEG’s transformation into a “sustainability engine” for the ent…

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Charting the next phase of sustainable aviation: Sustainability in the Air, Vol. II 50:23

4M ago50:23

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In this special episode, SimpliFlying’s CEO Shashank Nigam and Head of Sustainability Dirk Singer sit down with senior leaders from three companies featured in their upcoming book, Sustainability in the Air, Vol. II. Joining the conversation are Jonathon Counsell (Group Head of Sustainability, IAG), Diana Birkett Rakow (SVP of Public Affairs and Su…

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The Allplane Podcast #124, the state of the eVTOL industry with Gary Vermaak

4M ago

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How KLM is working towards a zero-emission future in aviation 40:18

5M ago40:18

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In this episode, we speak with Jolanda Stevens, Program Manager for Zero Emission Aviation at KLM, who shares how the airline is preparing for a more sustainable future of aviation through innovative technologies and strategic investment in emerging solutions. Stevens discusses: KLM’s unique approach to innovation with a dedicated team focused on t…

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How a pilot-turned-CEO transformed air travel in the Baltics 39:46

5M ago39:46

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In this episode, we speak with Martin Gauss, former CEO of airBaltic, who transformed the Latvian flag carrier into one of Europe’s most innovative airlines while connecting the entire Baltic region. Gauss discusses: The benefits of operating a single-fleet airline with the highly efficient Airbus A220-300, resulting in 30% lower fuel consumption t…

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The Allplane Podcast #123 with Delta Air Lines Chief Sustainability Officer, Amelia DeLuca

5M ago

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In this episode of the podcast we welcome Amelia DeLuca, Chief Sustainability Officer at Delta Air Lines. Besides being one of the World’s largest airlines, Delta, is also a very active player in the field of air travel innovation and decarbonization. Delta has committed to getting to net zero by 2050 with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) expected t…

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How Expliseat helps airlines cut carbon without compromising on comfort 35:21

5M ago35:21

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In this episode, we speak with Amaury Barberot, CEO of Expliseat, about how the company's innovative lightweight seating technology is delivering immediate sustainability benefits for airlines while improving their bottom line. Barberot discusses: Expliseat's revolutionary aircraft seat design made from carbon fibre and titanium that is 30% lighter…

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Why Swedavia sees fossil-free flying as a ‘license to operate’ 40:43

5M ago40:43

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In this episode, we speak with Lena Wennberg, Chief Sustainable Development Officer, and Therese Forsström, Head of Environmental Department at Swedavia, which owns and operates 10 airports across Sweden, connecting the country both internally and with the rest of the world. Wennberg and Forsström discuss: Swedavia’s achievement of fossil-free oper…

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The Allplane Podcast #122, with Flynow’s Co-founder Yvonne Winter

5M ago

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Flynow is an Austrian eVTOL developer with big ambitions and, so far, a low media profile. But you can be sure that if you ever come across one of its eCopters, with its distinctive capsule-like, tail-less shape, it will catch your eye! Yvonne Winter, our guest in this episode of the podcast, is the co-founder and CCO of this startup, which aims to…

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How Contrails.org aims to turn contrail research into practical climate action 34:26

5M ago34:26

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In this episode, we speak with Matteo Mirolo, Director of Strategy & External Relations at Contrails.org, a science-led nonprofit initiative aimed at transforming contrail research into practical climate action. Mirolo discusses: The substantial climate impact of contrails, which are responsible for 1-2% of human-caused global warming and have roug…

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How Alaska Star Ventures is funding the future of sustainable aviation 47:48

6M ago47:48

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In this episode, we speak with Pasha Saleh, Head of Corporate Development at Alaska Airlines, who leads Alaska Star Ventures, the airline’s corporate venture capital arm focused on sustainable aviation technologies. Saleh shares insights about the airline’s approach to sustainability investments and their vision for decarbonising the industry. Sale…

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How Finnair celebrated its centenary with 100 sustainability initiatives 41:57

6M ago41:57

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In this episode, we speak with Eveliina Huurre, Senior Vice President, Sustainability at Finnair, who shares insights about the airline’s approach to sustainability and their ambitious targets to reduce emissions. Huurre discusses: The employee engagement initiative that yielded 300 sustainability ideas, with 100 selected for implementation during …

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The Allplane Podcast #121 - with Electra CEO, Marc Allen, & Flyvbird Founder, Tomislav Lang

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This episode has two exceptional guests because more often than not, innovation doesn’t happen in isolation. Great successful products and services are those that fast achieve product-market fit and this is precisely what we are going to talk about here today. Our guests are Marc Allen, CEO of Electra, a US startup that is developing a hybrid-elect…

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Is demand management in aviation a myth or reality? 56:22

6M ago56:22

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In this special episode, we bring together Patrick Edmond, Managing Director of Altair Advisory, and Shashank Nigam, CEO of SimpliFlying, to discuss whether aviation demand management is a myth or a necessary component of climate action. Moderated by Dirk Singer, SimpliFlying’s Head of Sustainability, the discussion stems from a heated LinkedIn exc…

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How InfluenceMap’s data-driven approach tracks aviation climate advocacy 33:51

6M ago33:51

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In this episode, we speak with Lucca Ewbank, Program Manager, Transport at InfluenceMap, who shares how the non-profit think tank uses data-driven analysis to assess corporate engagement with climate policies, and holds the corporate and financial sectors accountable for their role in climate change. Ewbank discusses: The significant disparity betw…

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Why Zaffra is betting big on sustainable aviation fuel production 41:29

7M ago41:29

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In this episode, we speak with Jan Toschka, CEO of Zaffra, a joint venture between Topsoe and Sasol. Toschka shares insights about scaling sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and why he believes the aviation industry must take responsibility for its own decarbonisation rather than relying on other sectors. Toschka discusses: The unique posit…

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Why Cathay believes in a “greener together” approach to sustainability 54:17

7M ago54:17

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In this episode, we speak with Grace Cheung, General Manager, Sustainability at Cathay, who shares insights about industry collaboration, and why she believes making aviation “greener together” requires participation from every stakeholder in the value chain. Cheung discusses: Her journey from marketing communications to sustainability and how her …

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Why Mission Possible Partnership believes cross-sector collaboration can accelerate aviation’s path to net-zero 50:21

7M ago50:21

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In this episode, we speak with Dick Benschop, Chair of the Board at Mission Possible Partnership (MPP), an alliance of climate leaders focused on supercharging efforts to decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors. Benschop discusses: The challenge of decarbonising aviation amid rapid growth with focus on both efficiency and sustainable fuels. How blending …

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The Allplane Podcast #120 - latest in hydrogen aviation with Josef Kallo (H2FLY)

7M ago

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Josef Kallo is a true sustainable aviation pioneer. He was already working on hydrogen-powered aircraft back in 2013, when few outside a small circle had heard about sustainable aviation or alternative propulsion technologies. Fast forward to 2021 and H2FLY, the company he has been leading for over a decade, made headlines after being acquired by J…

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Why ClimateWorks Foundation believes strategic philanthropy is essential for the net zero transition 47:17

7M ago47:17

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In this episode, we speak with Anna Stratton, Associate Director, Aviation at ClimateWorks Foundation, a global platform for philanthropy that has granted over $2 billion to climate solutions across 50 countries. Stratton shares insights into how philanthropic funding can drive aviation’s transition to net zero while ensuring emerging markets aren’…

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The Allplane Podcast #119 - optimizing airline payments, with Diego Pérez (CellPoint Digital)

7M ago

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Payments are an essential element of the airline business and one that is often overlooked by most people. But, have you considered the tech required by any international carrier to handle thousands of payments from all over the world, smoothly and instantly? In this episode, produced in partnership with CellPoint Digital, we delve into the topic o…

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The Allplane Podcast #118 - executive aviation in India, with Kanika Tekriwal (JetSetGo)

8M ago

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Kanika Tekriwal is the co-founder and CEO of JetSetGo, a company that has emerged, over the course of the last decades, as the major integrated executive aviation operator in India. JetSetGo provides a whole range of services in one of the world’s most promising air travel markets, from operating its own private jet fleet, to MRO and charter servic…

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How Heathrow’s SAF incentive aims to tackle critical barriers to adoption 48:56

8M ago48:56

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In this episode, we speak with Matthew Gorman, Director of Carbon Strategy and Sustainability at Heathrow Airport. With 16 years at the helm of Heathrow's sustainability initiatives, Gorman shares how one of the world’s busiest airports is tackling aviation’s climate impact while maintaining its crucial role in global connectivity. Gorman discusses…

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How Travalyst is transforming tourism through data-driven collaboration 50:12

8M ago50:12

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In this episode, we speak with Sally Davey, CEO of Travalyst. Founded in 2019 by Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, Travalyst is a not-for-profit coalition that brings together leading companies from the travel and technology sectors. Davey shares insights into Travalyst’s mission and its impact on making tourism more sustainable through collaborati…

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How Climeworks is making Direct Air Capture a viable decarbonisation pathway 50:20

8M ago50:20

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In this episode, we speak with Dr. Christoph Gebald, co-founder and co-CEO of Climeworks, one of the world’s leading direct air capture (DAC) companies. Gebald shares insights into Climeworks’ journey and vision for the future, and the crucial role of carbon removal in achieving sustainable aviation. He discusses: How their direct air capture techn…

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Best of 2024: How aviation executives are charting the course to net zero 26:39

8M ago26:39

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In this special holiday episode, we re-visit conversations with six aviation industry executives about their approaches to sustainability and decarbonisation. Scandinavian Airlines CEO Anko van der Werff shares how regional environmental consciousness shapes their strategy, combining SAF adoption with electric and hydrogen partnerships. Their first…

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Best of 2024: Decoding the future of sustainable aviation fuel 24:27

9M ago24:27

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In this special holiday episode, we explore conversations with five industry leaders developing innovative sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production technologies. INERATEC CEO Tim Boeltken explains their modular e-fuel technology that converts green hydrogen and CO2 into carbon-neutral liquid fuels. They aim to transform 1 gigawatt of renewable en…

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How engine innovation is powering aviation sustainability 56:08

9M ago56:08

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In this episode, we speak with Valérie Guénon, Vice President of Product Environment Policies at Safran Aircraft Engines. She shares insights into how the company aims to tackle its environmental challenges through innovative engine design and sustainable fuel integration. Guénon discusses Safran’s comprehensive approach to aviation sustainability,…

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The Allplane Podcast #117 - sustainable aviation in Asia, w/ Joshua Ng, Director at Alton Aviation Consultancy

9M ago

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Joshua Ng is a Director at Alton Aviation Consultancy, which, at the name implies, is a global consultancy firm serving the aviation industry with actionable analysis, advice and recommendations. Being based in Singapore, Joshua has a rather advantageous viewpoint on the sustainable aviation developments taking place across the Asia-Pacific region,…

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How business aviation can be the perfect testbed for sustainable aviation solutions 41:06

9M ago41:06

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In this episode, we talk to Kennedy Ricci, President of 4AIR, who shares insights into how business aviation can accelerate sustainability initiatives that could benefit the entire industry. 4AIR helps private aviation stakeholders implement impactful sustainability programs, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and industry commitmen…

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Why airports should become energy innovation hubs, not just transport hubs 45:46

9M ago45:46

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In this episode, we speak with Christina Cassotis, CEO of Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), who shares her ambitious vision for transforming the airport into a sustainable aviation hub. Cassotis discusses Pittsburgh’s unique position and innovative approach to aviation sustainability. She highlights several key initiatives: PIT has achieved a…

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Why Cambridge’s Aviation Impact Accelerator believes the path to net-zero must be defined by 2030 55:11

9M ago55:11

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In this episode, we talk to Professor Robert Miller, Director of the Whittle Laboratory at the University of Cambridge, who shares why 2030 targets are crucial for the aviation industry’s transition towards net zero. Miller is also the head of the Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA), a collaboration between the Whittle Laboratory and the Cambridge In…

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How Direct Air Capture can complement aviation’s sustainability toolkit 52:50

10M ago52:50

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In this episode, we talk to Anna Stukas, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at 1PointFive, who shares insights into how direct air capture (DAC) technology works and its crucial role in aviation’s journey to net zero. Stukas, who has been working in carbon capture since 2015, discusses her role in commercialising DAC technology and developing…

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The perils of ignoring contrails in aviation’s race to net-zero 48:58

10M ago48:58

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In this episode, we talk to Dr Florian Allroggen, Executive Director, Aerospace Climate & Sustainability, and a Research Scientist in MIT’s Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, who shares insights into the science of contrails and their impact on aviation’s climate footprint. Allroggen discusses his role, focusing on understanding aviation’s…

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Why Airbus wants to build an ecosystem for hydrogen-powered flight 54:53

10M ago54:53

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In this episode, we talk to Karine Guenan, Vice President of ZEROe ecosystem at Airbus, who shares insights into Airbus’s ambitious plans to bring hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft to market by 2035 and the unprecedented ecosystem development required to make this vision a reality. Guenan discusses: The technical challenges of developing hydroge…

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How data-driven decisions can speed up the transition to sustainable flying 41:42

10M ago41:42

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In this episode, we talk to Yann Cabaret, CEO of SITA FOR AIRCRAFT, the aircraft business arm of SITA Group. Cabaret shares how SITA’s technology can help airlines meet their sustainability goals through better operational efficiency and compliance management. He also shares insights into SITA’s digital platforms and solutions aimed at reducing avi…

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