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We’re two young women who hope to hear more voices like ours share their thoughts and experiences on all things aviation. Combining our passion for aviation with our respective professional background... more
FAQs about Above the Wing:How many episodes does Above the Wing have?The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.
January 04, 2023Bird Strikes: Sharing Our SkiesThis week, we talk about bird strikes and the multitude of rules & regulations our aircrafts undergo to share our skies with these friendly animals. We also briefly discuss other wildlife disturbances -- listen to learn what else pilots have to dodge!...more24minPlay
November 17, 2022Portable Oxygen: Taking Pilots to New HeightsIn this episode, we took a look at cabin pressurization in airliners and portable oxygen systems for General Aviation. In the evolving market, portable oxygen has allowed pilots in GA to reach new heights, while commercial airliners have always relied on consistent technology....more21minPlay
October 12, 2022First in Flight: Santos-Dumont vs Wright BrothersIn this episode, we discuss the debate of who was first in flight. Specifically, we focus on Brazilian Alberto Santos-Dumont and his rise to his first flight. We contrast his journey and flight with the American Wright Brothers and their famous flight in Kitty Hawk. We also took a look at the evolution for flight during their time, and how far we have come since then. ...more25minPlay
September 28, 2022NY International Air Show RecapAir show season is in full swing! This week, we recap Kim's trip to the 2022 NY International Air Show! We talk about what she saw, who performed, and the target audience. We also compare and contrast Kim's experience to Ashley's experience at AirVenture. ...more27minPlay
September 07, 2022AirVenture 2022 RecapAt the end of July, Ashley attended AirVenture, the world's largest airshow that takes place annually in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. In the episode, we discuss what Ashley saw and her favorite parts. Since it was her seventh year attending, we also touch on what made this year's show unique. ...more28minPlay
August 24, 202253 Years Later: Revisiting the Moon LandingThis week, we revisit the Moon landing that took place in July 1969. We not only discuss the tech specs of the rockets, but we also compare the rocket to what we see today. Then, we take a look at how the media covered the monumental event. ...more26minPlay
June 28, 2022Top Gun 1986: Revisiting the Original BlockbusterInspired by the recent release of Top Gun: Maverick, we decided to chat about the original Top Gun move, released in 1986. We discuss how it came to be, our personal ratings, and some surprising facts about Tom Cruise himself. ...more19minPlay
June 15, 2022Featured Film | Challenger: The Final Flight (Episode 2)This week, we recap our thoughts on the second episode of Challenger, which is available for streaming on Netflix. Challenger: The Final Flight recounts the events that led to an ultimate disaster. It features testimonies from employees, family members and friends of the crew, and behind the scenes events that were outside of the public eye at the time. ...more24minPlay
June 01, 2022Freight Flights: Growing OpportunityThis week, we discuss freight flights, which is something that we think is often overlooked in the aerospace and aviation industry. We take a look at freight and cargo flights throughout history, and how current events played a crucial role in shaping these flights' development. ...more18minPlay
May 18, 2022Airbus: Europe's Horse in the RaceIn this episode, we take a closer look at Airbus as a company. We discuss their history, comparison to Boeing, and recent new headlines. ...more22minPlay
FAQs about Above the Wing:How many episodes does Above the Wing have?The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.