About this episode

The episode features a discussion on jet engine mechanics and recent developments in the aviation industry with guest Greg.

Send us Fan Mail Drew is studying for his first Airport Operations certification and Doug had his hands full managing a kids’ carnival. We’re joined by our buddy and engine geek, Greg, from Cincinnati. We discuss: How a jet engine worksAllegiant and Sun Country mergeBoeing may be launching a 757 size plane this decadeLufthansa increases stake it ITA to 90%United Flight Attendants get a huge raiseAn overview of the CFM Leap and PW1000G enginesListener SurveyWant to reach out to Greg or follow ...

People in this episode

Hosts: Drew, Doug

Guest: Greg

Topics covered

• jet engine mechanics
• airline mergers
• aircraft development
• aviation industry news
• engine technology

Keywords

• jet engine
• aviation news
• airline mergers
• Boeing 757
• CFM Leap
• PW1000G
• Lufthansa ITA
• United Flight Attendants

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Allegiant, Sun Country, Boeing, Lufthansa, ITA, United

Products: CFM Leap, PW1000G

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