AvTalk Episode 126: The Kabul Airlift

What this episode covers

On this episode of AvTalk, we discuss the ongoing Kabul Airlift, the activation of the Civil Reserve Air Fleet by the US Department of Defense and the other commercial airlines supporting evacuation efforts. The Kabul Airlift The United States and its coalition partners are engaged in a massive airlift out of Kabul. In addition to the military assets employed, dozens of airlines from all over the world are also helping move Afghan evacuees to safer locations. The US has even activated the Civil Reserve Air Fleet for just the third time in history. We break down the logistics of the airlift and what’s happened so far. Death defying airlines Alitalia is dead, long live Alitalia. And South African Airways is set to relaunch flights next month. We talk airlines that have more than nine lives. More new airline vaccination policies Additional airlines have mandated vaccination for their employees, while Delta Air Lines has decided to go a different route. El Al removing WiFi that might break planes El Al is removing WiFi radomes from some of its planes over fears that the installed equipment could lead to a structural failure of the aircraft. 737 cargo freighter door opens in flight An AeroSucre 737-200 cargo aircraft returned to the airport shortly after the main cargo door opened in flight. Let us know what you think (and let your friends know too!) Thank you so much for listening! Like the podcast? Have suggestions for future shows? Let us know by leaving a review on iTunes. Reviews on iTunes not only help us make a better show, they help more people find the podcast! Want to send us additional feedback, just email us. And tell that friend who asked you for a podcast recommendation that AvTalk is the one they want to listen to next.