If 2020 was a year to forget for aviation, there's reason to hope 2021 could be much better for both enthusiasts and the industry.

In this week's Inside Aviation catch-up, Phil and Adam discuss the return of Australia's Outback Air Race: the 3,800-kilometre time trial across the country set to come back in 2021.

Plus, after Ryanair threw its weight behind the MAX last week with more orders, are other airlines following suit?

Finally, the team discuss the latest burst of optimism for the 747. Does the iconic aircraft have a future now it's in semi-retirement?