Flying Smarter: Air Travel Explained

How To #119

Air travel can be confusing and frustrating. At the same time, the world of commercial flying is absolutely fascinating. In each episode, this podcast will answer your questions and explore different topics to expand your horizons and make you a smarter and savvier air traveler. Whether you are looking to make the most of your next flying experience or are a naturally curious learner who wants to know more about how air travel works, Flying Smarter is the podcast for you.

72 - Why We Love Air Travel: 2024 Year-in-Review
Dec 31, 2024 – 28:50
71 - Maximizing Your Points and Miles with Ben Komenkul
Oct 21, 2024 – 23:01
70 - The World's Top Airport Lounges
Oct 7, 2024 – 22:10
69 - How to Access Airport Lounges
Sep 23, 2024 – 24:33
68 - A Look at Airport Lounges
Sep 9, 2024 – 25:31
Revisited: Talking Turbulence with Owen Zupp
Aug 26, 2024 – 27:15
67 - Keeping Travelers Satisfied with Michael Taylor
Aug 12, 2024 – 29:54
66 - Five More Unique Air Travel Experiences
Jul 29, 2024 – 23:51
65 - The Future of Technology in the Air Travel Experience with Joelle Cuvelier
Jul 1, 2024 – 23:36
64 - Tools for Finding Flight Deals & Cheap Flights
Jun 17, 2024 – 24:42
63 - A Look Behind Your Ticket Purchase with Joelle Cuvelier
Jun 3, 2024 – 21:15
62 - The Two Airports of Tokyo
May 20, 2024 – 26:53
61 - Flight Attendant Tales with Ally Murphy
May 6, 2024 – 29:14
60 - Understanding Airline Loyalty Program Status
Apr 22, 2024 – 23:02
59 - Designing an Airline Brand with Edmond Huot
Apr 8, 2024 – 29:32
58 - Has Flying Become More Dangerous?
Mar 25, 2024 – 27:45
57 - Behind the Scenes of Airline Maintenance with Brian Bermudez Part 2
Mar 11, 2024 – 27:03
56 - Behind the Scenes of Airline Maintenance with Brian Bermudez Part 1
Feb 26, 2024 – 23:17
55 - Flying Around the Globe: Round-the-World Itineraries
Feb 12, 2024 – 27:32
54 - All About Aviation Weather with Doug Morris
Jan 29, 2024 – 24:11
53 - How the Global Air Travel System Works Together
Jan 15, 2024 – 25:33
52 - When to Book Your Flight: Travel Hacks & Trends with Christie Hudson
Jan 1, 2024 – 24:01
51 - Travel Tips: 2023 Year-in-Review Part 2
Dec 18, 2023 – 22:04
50 - Celebrating 50 Episodes & 2023 Year-in-Review Part 1
Dec 4, 2023 – 20:49
49 - Why Flying is Miserable with Ganesh Sitaraman
Nov 20, 2023 – 24:45
48 - Boarding and Deplaning: How We Get On and Off the Plane
Nov 6, 2023 – 23:21
47 - On the Airport Ramp with Tyler Crook
Oct 23, 2023 – 26:58
46 - Surviving a Schedule Change
Oct 9, 2023 – 21:00
45 - Flying with a Baby with Carrie Bradley
Sep 25, 2023 – 25:01
44 - The Lasting Impacts of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks
Sep 11, 2023 – 25:14
43 - How to Avoid Getting Bumped from Your Flight
Aug 28, 2023 – 23:12
42 - Exploring the Essential Air Service with Joey Gerardi
Aug 14, 2023 – 29:25
41 - Talking About Trusted Traveler Programs
Jul 31, 2023 – 24:31
40 - Navigating the Airports of New York City
Jul 17, 2023 – 23:00
39 - Inside Air Traffic Control with Andy Watson
Jul 3, 2023 – 29:13
38 - The Story of the Boeing 737 MAX
Jun 19, 2023 – 24:46
37 - Finding Cheap Flights & Traveling on a Budget with Kendyl Grender Part 2
Jun 5, 2023 – 26:05
36 - Finding Cheap Flights & Traveling on a Budget with Kendyl Grender Part 1
May 22, 2023 – 21:57
35 - The Runway: A Mile of Pavement That Will Take You Anywhere
May 8, 2023 – 23:01
34 - Medical Emergencies, Travel Tips & More: Insights from Our 2022 Guests
Apr 24, 2023 – 23:38
33 - Decoding Airport Codes
Apr 10, 2023 – 23:22
32 - A Look at Loyalty Programs with Mark Ross-Smith
Mar 27, 2023 – 28:24
31 - Five Unique Air Travel Experiences
Mar 13, 2023 – 23:17
30 - Behind the Scenes of Long-Haul Flying with Lara Ketterman
Feb 27, 2023 – 28:37
29 - The Deal with Delays
Feb 13, 2023 – 23:14
28 - Building a Points and Miles Strategy with Dave Grossman Part 2
Jan 30, 2023 – 25:40
27 - Building a Points and Miles Strategy with Dave Grossman Part 1
Jan 16, 2023 – 22:39
26 - The World's Largest Passenger Airliner: The Airbus A380
Jan 2, 2023 – 24:52
25 - Overcoming Your Fear of Flying with Tom Bunn
Dec 19, 2022 – 29:41
24 - Everything You Need to Know About Seat Selection Part 2
Dec 5, 2022 – 22:11