All The Gear Podcast

Eleven Spitfires, a MiG-15 evening display, and a Shuttleworth show that somehow topped the Festival of Flight in some eyes. In this episode, Dave, Bradley, and Keiran unpack the Shuttleworth Summer Air Show, held on the 25th of July with a strong Spitfire anniversary theme running through the day.The trio dig into the standout aircraft and how the display team tied every formation back to the Spitfire theme, and why Old Warden's backdrop keeps making familiar types feel new again.There's also a look behind the photos: post-processing techniques including mask-based dodge and burn, Lightroom's AI Denoise for those high-ISO evening shots of the MiG, and a "Band of Brothers" preset built for reenactors. Before all that, the team also touch on the recent Comet mishap at Old Warden and Shuttleworth's plans to rebuild it, plus a rundown of the busy airshow season still to come, from the Shuttleworth Military Show through to Athens Flying Week.Tune your ears in for eleven Spitfires, one gorgeous MiG, and a lot of hard-won editing tips.Dave: @Miljets_UKKeiran: @FlybyCode (Instagram) | Keiran Wilkinson Photography (Facebook) | keiranwilkinson.comBradley: Thrust Aviation Imagery

This time on All The Gear Podcast, Aled steps into the hostseat, joined by Keiran Wilkinson and special guest Ed, a long-time aviationenthusiast, for a deep dive into Farnborough International Airshow.Unlike the usual airshows the podcast normally covers,Farnborough is a different beast entirely: a biennial trade show with a historystretching back to 1948, where business deals matter as much as flyingdisplays. Ed shares decades of Farnborough experience, from the golden era of BBCcoverage to how the show has shrunk in scale over the years. Keiran recountshis first visit, including the surprise appeal of walking the exhibition halls,the challenge of packing a lighter camera kit, and getting to grips with theunusual display box layout.The conversation covers the show's move toward electric andhybrid aviation (including a hybrid-engined Saab 340 and a striking eVTOLaircraft), standout displays from the A350-1000, the Global 8000 business jet,and the F-35 demo team, plus tips on kit choices, trade versus public dayaccess, and the best photo opportunities away from the flightline. Ed andKeiran also share their favourite shots from the show and look ahead to theirnext events, including Sweden's 100th anniversary airshow and Shuttleworth'sMilitary Air Show.A great listen for anyone curious about a very differentkind of airshow, and how it shapes the way you approach aviation photography. 

The Summer Catch-up. Dave, Keiran and Bradley mark one year of All the Gear, No Idea with a look back at the Shuttleworth Festival of Flight and catch up on what they've done since the last episode before previewing the busy weeks of airshows still to come.Dave: @Miljets_UKKeiran: @FlybyCode (Instagram) | Keiran Wilkinson Photography (Facebook) | keiranwilkinson.comBradley: Thrust Aviation Imagery

A shorter, special edition of All the Gear. Dave and Keiran are joined by Graham Buckle from Yorkshire Air Museum to look back at the Halifax "We'll Meet Again" shoot and dig into the telling the story of the ongoing restoration of Meteor NF.14 WS788.Graham shares what goes into preparing a rare wartime bomber for a full day of photography, from period set dressing to relocating equipment for authenticity, and explains the engineering perspective behind the museum's restoration work. There are stories of ex-aircrew reunions, a mysterious pencil note found on a 70 year old bulkhead, the return of the aircraft's Top Cat nose art, and the running mystery of why Jaffa Cakes keep turning up at the hangar.Plus tips on getting the best from museum photography, including that all important barrier discussion!Dave: @Miljets_UKKeiran: @FlybyCode (Instagram) | Keiran Wilkinson Photography (Facebook) | keiranwilkinson.comGraham: Meteor NF14 WS788 Award Winning Restoration Project

Microlight: Shuttleworth Festival of Flight PreviewIn the absence of RIAT this year, there is one air show that has Bradley and Keiran truly buzzing. This week on All The Gear, No Idea, the lads preview Shuttleworth's Festival of Flight, their mini-RIAT for 2026 and quite possibly the most anticipated event on the calendar.From the world's only flying Bf 109E making the trip over from Germany, to the full Flying Bulls fleet lit up under the evening sun, there is no shortage of reasons to be excited. Bradley can't stop talking about the Avro Anson Mark 1 and its Second World War costumed crew, while Keiran has his sights set on Team Raven and a redemption arc with the RAF Typhoon in the evening light.They also dig into what makes Shuttleworth such a special venue for aviation photography. The east-facing crowd line, the famous shed, the aircraft that feel like they're practically on top of you. Plus tips for first-timers, their personal shot lists, and a word on the new camping package.Oh, and England play Panama on Saturday night. Apparently there might be a screen.Whether you're heading to the show or just living vicariously, this one's essential listening for any avgeek.Find us:Bradley: @thrust_aviation_imageryKeiran: @FlybyCode (Instagram) | Keiran Wilkinson Photography (Facebook) | keiranwilkinson.com

In this episode, Keiran, Bradley, and Aled dive into the second half of photography: editing. Whether you call it post-processing, rejuvenating a RAW file, or just your favourite way to wind down at the computer, the team breaks down what editing means to them and why it’s essential to getting the absolute best out of your gear. From rescuing a shot under fast-changing airshow conditions to crafting custom composite artwork that belongs on a wall, the guys cover the spectrum of corrective vs. creative editing styles.

The All the Gear team are back together to reflect on their aviation photography adventures throughout the first half of 2026! Join Dave Lockwood, Bradley Rogers, and Keiran Wilkinson as they welcome a brand new official voice to the team - Aled Phillips, who you might remember from Clifton Cameras. The guys cast their minds back across a packed few months, sharing the highlights, the brutal weather, and the hard-learned lessons of the year so far.

Join Dave and Brad as they discuss the cancellation of Europe's largest airshow held annually at RAF Fairford.No Aled or Keiran as they are both enjoying the weather and a pint or three.We hear a crash in Bradley's bathroom and Sky Sports trying to interupt us, plus we discuss the cancellation and what it means for the team at Douglas Bader House, the local economy and the wider Airshow community.

Are you tired of shouting into the void of algorithmic feeds just to get a few likes? In this episode of the All the Gear Podcast, Dave and Keiran sit down with Tom Dalt and Rich Cooper, the creative brains behind Kōlab, a brand-new social platform built specifically by photographers, for photographers. They dive deep into how Kōlab is bringing the joy back to sharing images through collaborative, themed "Missions" across aviation, landscape, and wildlife photography. Tom breaks down how they are using privacy-first artificial intelligence to provide meaningful feedback.Connect with the Guest & Platform:Website: kolab.social Socials: Find them on Facebook and Instagram @kolab.social

Keiran and Aled join Bradley to discuss their trip to "The Mach Loop" in Wales for pure low-level aviation indulgence.

Welcome to our first-ever Microlight episode! In this new bite-sized format, Keiran and Bradley dive straight into the nitty-gritty of two completely opposing aviation shoots.​The Night Shoot: Bradley heads to Wellesbourne Airfield to capture the legendary Vulcan XM655. Hear about dialling in long exposures, waiting for the perfect sunset, and the reality of lying face-down in a puddle to get that iconic reflection shot.​The Action Shoot: Keiran hits Manchester Barton to put the OM System OM-1 Mark II through its paces, testing out electronic shutters and 7-stop image stabilisation by panning GA aircraft at a crazy 1/25th of a second.Plus, we talk gear (Canon full-frame vs OM System micro four-thirds) and share our top Lightroom tricks from these shoots, which are a great starting point for beginner photographers.

Part two of our look at settings and equipment for Aviation Photography. The boys go a bit more in depth about settings that could be used for Aviation and give some tips on how to try and improve your photography.

The boys talk first steps in Aviation Photography, in fact they talk so much they haven't finished on this topic. Part two is dropping very soon!

Strap in for some exclusives as we chat more with Eric Coeckelberghs from ther Aviation PhotoCrew. His top five shots, the ones that got away, tips on Air to Air and some imnportant advice for those starting out in Aviation Photography.Also, there's a little bit of fruity languauge, so you have been warned! The Beep button was inactive.It's a long one, but stick with it as it's worth it!

The guys quickly catch up post Christmas and discuss what they did or didn't do - then we sit down for the first part of our chat with Eric Coeckelberghs from the Aviation Photocrew.Part two to follow!

The boys discuss what they'd like Santa to bring them, what you can buy the Aviation Photographer in your life and chat about what to do over the festive season.Wayne returns and makes a New Years resolution that he won't keep.No Sherry was drunk or Mince Pies consumed during the recording of this episode!

The team look back at their highlights of 2025.

We speak with Clifton Camera's very own Aled Phillips about the new camera tech on the horizon, what he loves about the hobby and what shots he's taken so far this year.He gives his honest views about kit and what you should be looking at!

Nightshoots! The guys discuss shooting aviation in the dark.Their top tips and their favourite shoots.

The boys welcome you to the new pod and reflect on RIAT, just over a month after the show and the dust has settled.