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Welcome to the Bryan Air Podcast come for the cockpit chatter, stay for the galley banter… and as always, we're holding short of Taxiway Serious.

In Episode 250, Bryan and Ryan unpack the biggest stories shaking aviation right now: the fallout from the 12-year engine rule in South Africa, the MD-11 cargo crisis, SAA's regional push, FlySafair labour tension, and the never-ending ATC chaos.

Plus: a hard-hitting Captain's Announcement with real travel hacks, and a full round of rugby, F1 and UFC cockpit chatter.

Straight talk, sharp insight, and a little turbulence where necessary.

⏱️ TIME-STAMPED FLIGHT PLAN

00:00 Welcome

00:30 Celebrating Episode 250

02:46 Aviation News: 12-Year Engine Rule

08:17 South African Aviation Updates

12:22 Global Aviation Incidents

14:14 Air Traffic Control Issues in the US

16:03 Regional Airline Developments

18:06 Podcasting and Conversations

20:49 Elon Musk and the Future of Transportation

26:03 Emirates' Biometric Innovations

27:15 Boeing's Jepp deal

29:30 The Captains Announcement

36:34 Sports Banter

43:04 Conclusion and Farewell

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Craig Wood, Bradley Stephenson, Alan Macaulay, Catharine, Gavin Hitzeroth, George Bramley, ACE Evans, Greg Hart, Caroline Koll, Iain Findlay, Martin Lockyer, William Barwise, Mike Mason, Jaco Bester, Franziska, Dale Williams, Duncan Gillespie, Imre Kurucz, David Costas

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🎙️ EPISODE SNAPSHOT After a short break, Bryan and Ryan return with a power-packed episode dissecting South Africa's ongoing ATNS meltdown and its impact on aviation safety, airline operations, and tourism. They unpack how regulatory chaos is crippling the system and what it means for airlines like Airlink, Cemair and FlySafair. The crew also covers major global headlines: Eastern Airways' insolvency, Riyadh Air's rapid rise, and Saudi Arabia's next-level aviation ambitions. To close, Bryan shares two game-changing AI tools Huxe and the ChatGPT Browser that are reshaping how pilots, professionals, and creators work and consume media. ⏱️ TIME-STAMPED FLIGHT PLAN 00:00 – Welcome Back to the Bryan Podcast 01:13 – Aviation Failures in South Africa 03:11 – Impact on Tourism and Safety Concerns 09:30 – Global Aviation News 09:41 – Airline Financial Troubles 11:43 – Aviation Accidents and Safety Issues 13:59 – Positive Developments in Aviation 15:09 – Wizz Air's New Seating Option 16:15 – Aviation Anecdotes and Airline Struggles 17:05 – Riyadh Air's Ambitious Plans 18:17 – Saudi Arabia's Extravagant Projects 19:43 – Near Miss Incident at Nice Airport 20:15 – Travel Tales from Paris 22:29 – Innovative AI Tools for Podcasts 26:47 – ChatGPT's New Browser 28:47 – Sports Highlights: F1 and UFC 30:31 – Wrapping Up and Patreon Perks ❤️ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREON SUPPORTERS Craig Wood, Bradley Stephenson, Alan Macaulay, Catharine, Gavin Hitzeroth, George Bramley, ACE Evans, Greg Hart, Caroline Koll, Iain Findlay, Martin Lockyer, William Barwise, Mike Mason, Jaco Bester, Franziska, Dale Williams, Duncan Gillespie, Imre Kurucz ❤️ Support Bryan Air on Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/bryanair 🚀 Digital Products → https://www.kaizencommand.com/ ✈️ YouTube Channel → https://www.youtube.com/@BryanAirPodcast

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In Episode 248, Bryan and Ryan break down the viral rumors of the "3I Atlas" alien mothership, exposing how AI-generated deepfakes fuel panic online. They link the hype to bigger risks of misinformation while delivering crucial aviation updates: Lufthansa's job cuts, Boeing's certification changes, new E-Jets in South Africa, and Emirates' power bank ban. The hosts also weigh in on SA Express legacy battles, Airlink's expansion, and the latest on global sports from Springboks rugby dominance to UFC fireworks.

This is your weekly flight plan for cutting through the noise with sharp aviation insight, industry commentary, and a reality check on the wild news cycle.

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00:00 - Welcome to the Bryan Air Podcast (Episode 248 milestone)

00:34 - Housekeeping and October Break Plans

01:04 - Alien Mothership Rumors (Three I Atlas)

03:41 - AI Deepfakes & Brand Advisory Warning

06:15 - Aviation Updates and Listener Feedback (E2 Jets, Engines, Training Growth)

12:43 - Airline Industry News (Lufthansa cuts, Boeing certification, Emirates ban)

21:03 - Sport Highlights (Rugby, Formula 1, UFC preview)

26:41 - Conclusion and Thank You

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Craig Wood, Bradley Stephenson, Alan Macaulay, Catharine, Gavin Hitzeroth, George Bramley, ACE Evans, Greg Hart, Caroline Koll, Iain Findlay, Martin Lockyer, William Barwise, Mike Mason, Jaco Bester, Franziska, Dale Williams, Duncan Gillespie, Imre Kurucz

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This week we break down Airlink's fleet upgrade as the Embraer E195-E2 makes its South African debut. Bryan and Ryan unpack why the E2 is such a strong fit for Africa's operating reality, how it stacks up against the Airbus A220, and what it means for Airlink's future. Plus, we cover major global aviation stories, from cyberattacks on European airports to drone disruptions and regulatory chaos.

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00:00 - Welcome to the Bryan Air Podcast 00:49 - Discussing Airlink's New E2 Aircraft 01:34 - Embraer's Impact on the African Market 02:51 - Comparing Aircraft: E2 vs. A220 06:30 - Challenges with GTF Engines 07:51 - Advantages of Embraer Aircraft 14:18 - South African Aviation News 14:55 - Cyber Attacks on European Airports 16:50 - Geopolitical Tensions Affecting Air Travel 17:36 - Afghan Boy's Dangerous Stowaway Journey 18:17 - Drone Disruptions in Copenhagen 18:59 - Ryanair's Move to Digital Boarding Passes 19:37 - Battery Pack Regulations on Emirates Flights 20:53 - Near Collision at Nice Airport 21:37 - China's Boeing Aircraft Deal 23:09 - Chaos Over New US Visa Fees 25:05 - Wizz Air Tail Strike Incident 25:36 - Rugby and Sports Updates 29:18 - Trump's UFC Event at the White House 30:32 - Conclusion and Farewell

❤️ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREON SUPPORTERS

Craig Wood, Bradley Stephenson, Alan Macaulay, Catharine, Gavin Hitzeroth, George Bramley, ACE Evans, Greg Hart, Caroline Koll, Iain Findlay, Martin Lockyer, William Barwise, Mike Mason, Jaco Bester, Franziska, Dale Williams, Duncan Gillespie, Imre Kurucz

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This week, the Bryan Air Podcast takes a hard look at the preliminary accident report into the tragic Extra 300 crash at the Durban Airshow — breaking down key findings, safety gaps, and lessons for the aviation community. We also dig into the bizarre case of a South African-registered Sling 4 shot down in South America, and debate the global push to raise the pilot retirement age. Plus, we round up major aviation headlines from engine failures to eVTOL progress, airline policies, and the world's longest direct flight.

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00:00 - Welcome to the Bryan Air Podcast 01:05 - Discussing the Durban Airshow Accident 01:47 - Preliminary Accident Report Insights 05:53 - Event Organization and Safety Measures 11:05 - Closure and Reflections on the Accident 12:36 - South African Aircraft Shot Down in South America 15:53 - Swiss Airbus Engine Failure Incident 16:23 - Debate on Pilot Retirement Age 17:46 - Utilizing Veteran Pilots in Training 19:59 - Industry Challenges and Retirement Concerns 21:14 - The Value of Experience and Storytelling 23:03 - Virgin Australia Allows Pets Onboard 25:02 - Airline Responsibilities and Public Perception 27:09 - Legal Actions and Technological Developments 30:40 - FAA Inspections and Airline Policies 33:18 - Longest Direct Flight and Sports Highlights 35:30 - Netflix Sports and Entertainment 36:50 - Conclusion and Weekend Plans

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Special thanks to our supportive community members: Craig Wood, Bradley Stephenson, Alan Macaulay, Catharine, Gavin Hitzeroth, ACE, Gerg, Caroline Koll, Jared Le Roux, Iain, Martin Lockyer, William Barwise, Mike Mason, Jaco, Franziska, Dale Williams, Duncan Gillespie USA, Imre Kurucz, George Bramley, Divan Erasmus

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This week's Bryan Air Podcast hits hard with breaking news and aviation industry shake-ups. From the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk to Alaska Airlines' off-duty pilot scandal, we unpack the headlines shaping aviation safety, regulation, and trust. Expect insights on Qantas' cyber attack fallout, Lufthansa's pension strikes, Boeing's union battles, and FAA production limits. We also spotlight American Airlines' bizarre "empty" transatlantic flights, the retirement of Rolls Royce's iconic 747 test bed, and Swiss' new fine-dining experience in the sky.

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00:00 - Introduction and Podcast Overview 01:01 - Impact of Charlie Kirk's Assassination 05:58 - Alaska Airlines Off-Duty Pilot Incident 08:05 - Qantas Cyber Attack and Executive Penalties 12:16 - Lufthansa Pilots' Pension Dispute 14:07 - Boeing's Union Strikes and Production Limits 16:38 - American Airlines' Empty Transatlantic Flights 18:28 - Retirement of Rolls Royce's 747 Test Bed 20:50 - San Martin Hard Landing Incident 21:52 - United Nigeria's Fleet Expansion 22:02 - United Airlines Expands Fleet 23:05 - Sun International's Financial Growth 26:05 - Swiss Airlines' New Business Class Experience 28:22 - Shoutout to Kim McCauley 33:50 - Jiu-Jitsu Grading and Rugby Talk 35:54 - McLaren's Strategy and F1 Updates 37:08 - Closing Remarks and Patreon Support

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Special thanks to our supportive community members: Craig Wood, Bradley Stephenson, Alan Macaulay, Catharine, Gavin Hitzeroth, ACE, Gerg, Caroline Koll, Jared Le Roux, Iain, Martin Lockyer, William Barwise, Mike Mason, Jaco, Franziska, Dale Williams, Duncan Gillespie USA, Imre Kurucz, George Bramley, Divan Erasmus

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🎙️ EPISODE SNAPSHOT IATA's proposal to raise the pilot retirement age from 65 to 67 takes centre stage this week. We unpack the safety, staffing, and mentorship implications then cover key industry moves, a Colorado mid-air, Boeing/WestJet orders, 787 engine returns, Joby's stock surge, and what pilots really carry in their flight bags. We close with rugby and F1.

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00:00 - Welcome to the Bryan Air Podcast 01:13 - Community Spotlight: Fly Africa 03:40 - Debate: Raising pilot retirement age (65 → 67) 07:19 - Africa's aviation outlook (pricing, pipeline, realities) 12:12 - Route & fleet updates: Airlink's E2 path 14:45 - Incidents & industry: Colorado mid-air; Boeing/WestJet orders; 787 engine returns 17:03 - Joby Aviation's stock surge 18:26 - What's in a pilot's flight bag? 23:02 - Sports talk: Rugby and Formula One 26:32 - Conclusion and listener engagement

❤️ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREON SUPPORTERS

Special thanks to our supportive community members: Craig Wood, Bradley Stephenson, Alan Macaulay, Catharine, Gavin Hitzeroth, ACE, Gerg, Caroline Koll, Jared Le Roux, Iain, Martin Lockyer, William Barwise, Mike Mason, Jaco, Franziska, Dale Williams, Duncan Gillespie USA, Imre Kurucz, George Bramley, Divan Erasmus

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🎙️ EPISODE SNAPSHOT This week on the Bryan Air Podcast, we put the Mango Airlines saga to rest and unpack what it really takes to start an airline in today's aviation environment. From bureaucracy to branding, we reveal why reviving a failed carrier is nearly impossible. We also break down aviation headlines including VistaJet's Saudi breakthrough, Alaska Airlines' brand shake-up, and Qatar's regional partnerships. Plus, Bryan introduces his brand-new project 'Kaizen and the Art of Command' in collaboration with Laurie Graham, designed to sharpen leadership and decision-making inside (and outside) the flight deck. ⏱️ TIME-STAMPED FLIGHT PLAN

• 00:00 Introduction and Today's Agenda
• 01:09 Discussing the Mango Airline Saga
• 06:32 Aviation Headlines and Updates
• 12:39 Introducing the Kaizen Command Project
• 26:55 Sports Recap and Final Thoughts

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🎙️ EPISODE SNAPSHOT From world-class beachfronts to a shocking aviation incident, this week's episode takes you from the sunny shores of Durban to the hard truths of aviation safety. We unpack the last-minute airshow that ended in tragedy, explore why evacuations remain one of the most poorly executed flight deck procedures, and question whether the FAA's 90-second evacuation rule is grounded in reality. Plus: sports pride, airline bans, eVTOL funding moves, and why South Africa must value its current aviators as much as the next generation.

⏱️ TIME-STAMPED FLIGHT PLAN

00:00 – Welcome & Durban family trip highlights

00:24 – South African pride & upcoming UFC + Springbok clashes

00:37 – National Aviation Summit & last-minute airshow announcement

01:28 – Durban's remarkable transformation and tourism revival

09:13 – Airshow tragedy: Extra 300 crash and safety culture concerns

18:07 – Senator Tammy Duckworth calls for FAA evacuation rule review

22:17 – Why evacuations are often poorly executed in training and real life

23:17 – Delta crash lawsuit: pilot experience under scrutiny

26:01 – Emirates bans power banks on flights starting Oct 1

28:12 – Eve Air Mobility secures $230M with Embraer ties

29:44 – South African sports weekend: DRAs vs Chimaev & Bokke vs Australia

37:14 – Aviation commentary: Supporting current aviators over "next-gen" events

40:25 – Closing thoughts & weekend send-off

❤️ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREON SUPPORTERS Special thanks to our supportive community members: Craig Wood, Bradley Stephenson, Alan Macaulay, Catharine, Gavin Hitzeroth, ACE, Gerg, Caroline Koll, Jared Le Roux, Iain, Martin Lockyer, William Barwise, Mike Mason, Jaco, Franziska, Dale Williams, Duncan Gillespie USA, Imre Kurucz, George Bramley, Pedro Skov

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In this exclusive Bryan Air Podcast episode, Bryan sits down with aviation legend Laurie Graham, former SAA Senior Check Captain, Airbus and Boeing commander, and leadership strategist to unpack the missing piece in pilot training: leadership. We trace Laurie's journey from his days in Zimbabwe to directing professional standards at a major airline, and reveal how a lack of leadership training is creating unnecessary risk in the industry. From reputation to self-evaluation and team dynamics, this episode is a masterclass in what it really takes to lead in and out of the flight deck. Plus, a sneak peek at a powerful new training collaboration in the works.

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• 00:00 – Welcome to the Bryan Air Podcast

• 01:08 – Laurie Graham's early flying days in Zimbabwe and bush flying roots

• 02:30 – How Laurie landed his first commercial gig and joined Air Zimbabwe

• 04:42 – Flying DC-3s, 747s, A350s: SAA command and operational leadership

• 07:38 – Why leadership training is aviation's blind spot

• 13:16 – Flight deck mistakes, systemic training gaps, and what needs to change

• 17:51 – The mindset of self-evaluation and continuous learning

• 23:34 – Preview of Bryan & Laurie's upcoming digital leadership project

❤️ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREON SUPPORTERS

Special thanks to our supportive community members: Craig Wood, Bradley Stephenson, Alan Macaulay, Catharine, Gavin Hitzeroth, ACE, Gerg, Caroline Koll, Jared Le Roux, Iain, Martin Lockyer, William Barwise, Mike Mason, Jaco, Franziska, Dale Williams, Duncan Gillespie USA, Imre Kurucz, George Bramley, Pedro Skov

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