Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast

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

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Is Commercial Aerospace In For A Rude Awakening?
A new survey reveals a widening gap between airline sentiment and the rest of the industry regarding a potential downturn. Listen in as editors are joined by consultants from McKinsey who share results from their research carried out in partnership with Aviation Week. Download McKinsey's white paper in partnership with Aviation Week as a PDF here
Friday · 23 min
How Defense Stole The Show At Farnborough
Listen in to hear about Brontanax, GCAP, interceptors, howling Hongdus and more as Aviation Week defense editors break down what they learned at the Farnborough Airshow.
July 24 · 25 min
Explaining The Key Commercial Aviation Developments At Farnborough
Editors Christine Boynton, Jens Flottau and Guy Norris discuss the latest developments in NGSA technology, aircraft orders, Emirates' first 777Xs and more from the 2026 Farnborough Airshow. Watch Guy and Christine's video on GE's hybrid-electric milestone here
July 23 · 24 min
What To Know About GCAP's New Pal—Storm Fighter—And More
Editors unpack the Global Air & Space Chiefs Conference in London, breaking down the Storm Fighter CCA program, space launch infrastructure issues and more, plus what to expect from Farnborough Airshow.
July 19 · 18 min
What Do Engine Durability Fixes Mean For Next-Gen Propulsion?
As the Farnborough Airshow approaches, editors discuss how engine-makers are making headway with nagging durability problems while positioning for the all-important next-gen single aisle competition—and explain how the two play into each other. Thank you to our sponsor, Siemens. When aerospace leaders need trusted engineering and design solutions, they turn to Siemens comprehensive solutions. From design to delivery, our solutions support you throughout the entire product lifecycle. Learn more at siemens.com
July 17 · 32 min
How Steve Parker Is Remaking Boeing's Defense Business
Listen in as Steve Parker, the CEO of Boeing's Defense, Space and Security division, explains the company's revised approach to bidding for contracts and shares program updates on the F-47, KC-46, MQ-28 and more ahead of the Farnborough Airshow. Thank you to our sponsor, Parker. With more than a century of aerospace expertise behind it, Parker is continuing to engineer the breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Find out more at Parker.com/Aerospace
July 14 · 32 min
Check 6 With Accenture: Farnborough Stories To Watch
Listen in as Accenture's aerospace team identifies key trends to watch at this year's Farnborough Airshow in this sponsored podcast. Find out more about Accenture here
July 10 · 17 min
How Does GCAP Boost Change UK Defense?
Robert Wall and Tony Osborne dig into the UK's Defense Investment Plan, discussing how billions in new spending could reshape GCAP and airpower, electronic warfare and NATO strategy.
July 7 · 30 min
Has The A220 Been A Winner For Airbus? And Should They Stretch It?
Ten years after the C Series entered service, editors are joined by Richard Aboulafia to assess the success of what is now the A220 and explain why a decision to stretch it or not is such a conundrum for Airbus.
July 2 · 23 min
Inside DC's Reimagined Air & Space Museum
As Washington DC's Air & Space Museum turns 50, its director Chris Browne tells Aviation Week about its newest galleries and gives a sneak peek of what's on display ahead of their opening on July 1. Watch a video version of this episode on YouTube
June 30 · 22 min
The Rapidly Changing World Of Aerospace Test Cells | Sponsored By ACS
Is your legacy test infrastructure the biggest bottleneck in your electrification program? In this sponsored podcast ACS breaks down why "purpose-built" test cells are failing to keep pace with the pace of innovation—and how moving to a modular, flexible design is the key to accelerating the path to certification. Learn more here
June 28 · 20 min
Why Airbus And Boeing's CEOs See The Future Differently
Editors discuss what Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg and Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury said in exclusive interviews that feature in the next issue of Aviation Week & Space Technology magazine.
June 26 · 26 min
What's Next For CCAs After U.S. Air Force Downselect?
Aviation Week's Robert Wall, Steve Trimble and Brian Everstine explore the U.S. Air Force's award of Collaborative Combat Aircraft production contracts to Anduril and General Atomics. Thank you to our sponsor, GE Aerospace. GE Aerospace is uniquely positioned to support the Defense sector, providing reliable high performance, innovative military engines, systems and services. Learn more at geaerospace.com/military-defense
June 23 · 23 min
MD-11 Crash—What Clues Were Missed?
Aviation Week's Sean Broderick and Guy Norris join Joe Anselmo to discuss new details released by the NTSB into the fatal crash of a UPS MD-11 last November including flaws in a Boeing safety analysis. Read Sean's story here, available for free through 2026: UPS Accident Probe Finds Trail Of Missed Clues
June 18 · 30 min
What's Next For The Luftwaffe After FCAS Collapse?
Aviation Week editors at the ILA Berlin Air Show ask what's next for the German Air Force fighter fleet after the collapse of the multinational FCAS program.
June 16 · 35 min
How Big Is The Crisis Facing Airlines?
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.
June 12 · 24 min
Why German Aerospace Is Booming
Aviation Week editors discuss how Europe is reshaping its military and commercial aviation sectors amid growing security concerns.
June 9 · 21 min
A Defining Moment For Blue Origin
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 launch market.
June 5 · 23 min
SpaceX—To The Nasdaq And Beyond
Editors discuss SpaceX's pitch for what will be the biggest IPO ever and what it could mean for the company.
June 2 · 31 min
Another Delay For 777X—How Bad This Time?
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 respond. Thank you to our sponsor, Siemens. When aerospace leaders need trusted engineering and design solutions, they turn to Siemens comprehensive solutions. From design to delivery, our solutions support you throughout the entire product lifecycle. Learn more at siemens.com
May 29 · 25 min

Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast

Is Commercial Aerospace In For A Rude Awakening?

How Defense Stole The Show At Farnborough

Explaining The Key Commercial Aviation Developments At Farnborough

What To Know About GCAP's New Pal—Storm Fighter—And More

What Do Engine Durability Fixes Mean For Next-Gen Propulsion?

How Steve Parker Is Remaking Boeing's Defense Business

Check 6 With Accenture: Farnborough Stories To Watch

How Does GCAP Boost Change UK Defense?

Has The A220 Been A Winner For Airbus? And Should They Stretch It?

Inside DC's Reimagined Air & Space Museum

The Rapidly Changing World Of Aerospace Test Cells | Sponsored By ACS

Why Airbus And Boeing's CEOs See The Future Differently

What's Next For CCAs After U.S. Air Force Downselect?

MD-11 Crash—What Clues Were Missed?

What's Next For The Luftwaffe After FCAS Collapse?

How Big Is The Crisis Facing Airlines?

Why German Aerospace Is Booming

A Defining Moment For Blue Origin

SpaceX—To The Nasdaq And Beyond

Another Delay For 777X—How Bad This Time?