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Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast

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Aviation Week & Space Technology editors take a look at some of the bigger-picture issues in the world of aerospace and defense

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Listen in as our editors discuss good earnings, bad earnings, SpaceX, AI, the aftermarket, Boeing, an electric airplane and a Groundhog Day moment.

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Recent Guests

Christine Boynton
Senior Air Transport Editor
Aviation Week
Episode: Why MAX 7 Certification Is So Important For Boeing
Frank Coleman
Partner and co-lead of McKinsey's Aerospace and Defense Practice
McKinsey & Company
Episode: Is Commercial Aerospace In For A Rude Awakening?
John Moore
Associate Partner at McKinsey, specializing in commercial aerospace and industrial clients
McKinsey & Company
Episode: Is Commercial Aerospace In For A Rude Awakening?
Tim Clark
President of Emirates Airline
Emirates
Episode: Explaining The Key Commercial Aviation Developments At Farnborough
Steve Parker
Boeing Defense, Space and Security boss
Boeing
Episode: How Steve Parker Is Remaking Boeing's Defense Business
John Schmidt
Global Lead for Aerospace and Defense at Accenture
Accenture
Episode: Check 6 With Accenture: Farnborough Stories To Watch
Patrice Barbier
Aerospace and Defense Leader for Europe and the Middle East at Accenture
Accenture
Episode: Check 6 With Accenture: Farnborough Stories To Watch
Joyce Klein
Global AI and Data Leader for Aerospace and Defense at Accenture
Accenture
Episode: Check 6 With Accenture: Farnborough Stories To Watch
Jeff Wheeles
Leads Accenture's Global Research for Aerospace and Defense
Accenture
Episode: Check 6 With Accenture: Farnborough Stories To Watch

Hosts

Joe Anselmo
Editor-in-Chief/Host with deep coverage of aerospace and defense topics
Robert Wall
Host known for defense and aerospace coverage and on-floor reporting

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 723 ratings
  • Good content but often imbalanced politically

    I appreciate the aerospace updates and most of the time they do a good job of remaining neutral politically. But sometimes they do the wink wink to their political preferences which alienates part of their audience that don’t share their political views. Just remember that your audience includes all people from entire political spectrum.

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    Nate_Gee
    United States3 months ago
  • Great content - Great audio

    Great podcasts from a trusted team who really know what they’re talking about

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    5
    MarkWagnerUK
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Became a leftist propaganda rag

    Steve Trimble is the last thing worth listening to.. staff exposed as TDS leftists

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    2
    jeff check
    United States6 months ago
  • Brilliant interview.

    Jared Isaacman NASA interview by Irene Klotz one of the funniest you’ll hear “mars 2028” “…riiight”

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    5
    Animal Mk3
    Australia7 months ago
  • Political content unwelcome

    I used to really enjoy this podcast for its defense analysis but, lately, many of the commentators go out of their way to bash, second guess or otherwise demean the current president and his administration. Sometimes it’s subtle, other times more overt. Fortunately, there are plenty of other podcasts where I can spend my time.

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    In the tall weeds
    United States7 months ago

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Many reviews highlight high-quality audio, strong guests, and in-depth industry insights.
Some critics call out political commentary as detracting from technical content.
Positive feedback frequently notes credibility and long-standing industry knowledge.
Listeners praise depth and expertise, especially on technical topics and incident-driven analysis.

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#139
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#214
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Talking Points

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Explaining The Key Commercial Aviation Developments At Farnborough
Q: But a lot of related test initiatives aimed at a future program were announced here. Jens and Guy, what stood out to you?
The most striking elements were Airbus' Wing of Tomorrow testing with large, extendable wing tips signaling potential folding capabilities for future single-aisle aircraft, and Boeing's parallel focus on high-rate composite manufacturing and NASA-backed demonstrations, which together illustrate how the industry is accelerating material and manufacturing innovation to meet ambitious production targets.
Inside DC's Reimagined Air & Space Museum
Q: Tell our audience about your opening five new galleries, and what makes them unique?
The five new galleries include immersive, interactive spaces like the Textron How to Fly Gallery and stories across World War II, the space age, and the shuttle era, all designed to engage visitors of all ages with hands-on experiences and authentic artifacts.
SpaceX—To The Nasdaq And Beyond
Q: What do you make of this whole thing?
A blend of awe at SpaceX's ambition and caution about the extractable profits, with emphasis on how AI and space intersect to redefine the addressable market and investor expectations.
Does Boeing Need China Anymore?
Q: Scott, investors expected 500 Boeing orders from China; is that a reasonable expectation given the data you've seen?
Not really. The 500 figure was far-fetched; we should expect something closer to 250 firm orders with about 250 options, and the actual 200 announced falls within that revised outlook.
Space Planes, Space Control and Space Domain Awareness
Q: How does space domain awareness change the way forces monitor and protect satellites?
Space domain awareness is described as a unifying term for tracking, surveillance, and analytics that enable timely decisions to protect or maneuver satellites, reducing vulnerability to adversary actions and enabling rapid response in contested space.

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A roundtable- and interview-driven show that surveys big-picture aerospace and defense topics, from commercial market dynamics and OEM programs to defense modernization and next-gen propulsion. Episodes frequently center on certification milestones, major programs (CCAs, GCAP, open propulsion concepts), industry backlog versus demand, and the practical impacts of AI, data, and supply chains on engineering and procurement. A distinguishing trait is the blend of editor-led analysis with high-profile guest perspectives from OEMs, defense primes, and consulting firms, yielding both technical insight and strategic context for industry leaders, policymakers, and suppliers alike.

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