AvTalk Episode 141: China greenlights the 737 MAX

What this episode covers

On this episode of AvTalk, we travel to Stockholm for a julbord, China’s aviation authorities put the 737 MAX on a path to return to service soon, and the A321XLR inches closer to flight. Julbord Jason and Ian visit Stockholm to join the Flightrdar24 team for Julbord. China greenlights the MAX Chinese regulators gave the 737 MAX their blessing late last week, issuing and airworthiness directive that puts the aircraft back on the path to service in one of its largest markets. The A220’s confused An airBaltic A220 suffered a dual engine shut down on landing earlier this year and now investigators have the reason. American Airlines announces its new CEO No surprises, but there was this entertaining video from Southwest CEO Gary Kelly. A321XLR finishes structural assembly The A321XLR is closer to flight with the completion of structural assembly. 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.