The State of Aviation Right Now: Q&A Episode

The State of Aviation Right Now: Q&A Episode

April 29, 2026 · 47 min · Season 4 · Episode 12

About this episode

Dan and Alex discuss current issues in the aviation industry through a Q&A format.

Dan and Alex are back with a full Q&A episode covering the biggest stories in aviation right now. From Icelandair red eyes and narrow-body long-haul fatigue to the American Airlines A321XLR crew complaints, EU EES border delays, and the American-United merger rumor — nothing is off limits. They dive into Spirit Airlines and US airline instability, Riyadh Air's ongoing delays, EasyJet's loyalty program future, BA first class food poisoning, double catering risks, and whether extra legroom economy seats are actually worth paying for. Plus: airline-rail partnerships, European airline quality post-COVID, and a live Copa Airlines Boeing order. Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below. Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram . Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram . Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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