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The Aviation Show

Matt Bone
World War II
Pima Air and Space Museum
Aviation History
Concorde
NASA
Wings Over the Rockies Museum
Bristol Brabazon
Aerospace Bristol
Operation Chowhound
Bristol Aeroplane Company
Staggerwing
German Occupation
Aviation
Tangmere Military Aviation Museum
B-17 Flying Fortress
BOAC
Bristol Fighter
Netherlands
Baa Baa Black Sheep
British Aerospace

Welcome to The Aviation Show! The Aviation Show celebrates aviation and aerospace, from the first attempts of people jumping off things to humans being fired into space. If it flies, we will cover the story behind those flights and the people who made them happen. Brought to you in association with the Pima Air and Space Museum.

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The final Convair B-36J Peacemaker ever built, 52-2827 'City of Fort Worth', has been moved to the @PimaAirSpaceMuseum restorations hangar for some TLC after nearly 20-years in the Arizona sun. Scott Marchand, the Pima Air and Space Museum's CEO, joi... more

In 1955, Paramount Pictures released one of their tentpole VistaVision epics, Strategic Air Command, starring James Stewart and directed by his longtime collaborator, Anthony Mann. Strategic Air Command is peak, high-resolution, widescreen 1950s prop... more

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The new documentary, Beyond Blue Sky: The Untold Story of the First Private Astronauts, tells the story of Burt Rutan's Scaled Composites journey into space. In this episode we are joined by the film's director, Kevin Curran, and SpaceShipOne's Proje... more

The Sun is constantly changing; it is not just a constant ball of fire. Dr Ryan French joins us to tell us about the Sun's behaviour, space weather, and the impact of space hazards on Earth. So if you've ever wondered how solar activity affects our t... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan French
Solar astrophysicist and author of Space Hazards
Episode: Space Hazards with Dr. Ryan French
Ian Bott
Historian, The Aviation Historian
The Aviation Historian
Episode: The Typhoon and it's Rocket
Leo Denham
Auctioneer and presenter from Denham Auctions
Denham Auctions
Episode: The Sir Barnes Wallis Collection Auction Tour
Matthew Willis
Author and historian specializing in aviation, particularly the Mustang aircraft.
Episode: The A-36 (Not An Apache) Story with Matthew Willis
David Rooney
Aviation historian and author of 'The Big Hop'
Episode: The Big Hop with David Rooney
Michael Napier
Retired tornado driver and author
Author of 'Over Cold War Seas'
Episode: Over Cold War Seas with Michael Napier
Andy Saunders
Best-selling author and imaging specialist, known for his work on space photography
Episode: Remastering Gemini and Mercury with Andy Saunders
Jeffrey Kluger
Co-author of Apollo 13 and author of Gemini, Stepping Stone to the Moon
Episode: Gemini: Stepping Stone to the Moon with Jeffrey Kluger
Stephen Chapis
Author of "Poor Little Lambs, The Baa Baa Black Sheep Story"
Key Publishing
Episode: Poor Little Lambs: The Making of Black Sheep Squadron

Host

Matt Bone
Host of The Aviation Show, produces and hosts episodes with deep dives into aviation history and artifacts

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Sabotage! The Death of General Sikorski

    Thanks again Matt, we had a great time! The images you added during our interview gave context and nuance to our discussion. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris Wrob
    Canada2 years ago
  • Book Review

    Just listened to your podcast featuring Aviation Book Review. An interesting discussion. Not least hearing about the editorial steps. Now about to dive into the archives. Cheers Richard

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Richard9989
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Aircraft

    Love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarcusQ1000859
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Titan Missile

    One of the best podcasts I have listened to. The podcast captures not only the hardware but as well what the hardware really represents. This isn’t just a missile site but potentially could have been the end of everything.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Monixyz$$$
    Canada3 years ago
  • Incredible Stories

    The SR 71 show was tremendous, entertaining and informative. Great aviation stories and insight on one of the most innovative aircraft ever. This podcast is one of my favorites that never disappoints.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Max Edison
    United States3 years ago

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Show is a go-to for aviation history buffs and modelers alike.

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The B-1 Story | Part 4 : Today and Tomorrow
Q: What's the book about and where can people find it?
The host asks for a book plug, and the guest explains the work is titled The Supersonic Bone, A Development and Operational History of the B-1 Bomber, published by Pen and Sword in the United Kingdom, with a paperback edition in its third printing.
The B-1 Story | Part 4 : Today and Tomorrow
Q: Do we have a decade left of the B-1?
The guest suggests there may be around a decade left or a bit more, given the aircraft's age, ongoing upgrades, and the slow pace of replacement; maintenance and modernization will determine the timeline.
Remastering Gemini and Mercury with Andy Saunders
Q: What has been the reaction from the Apollo astronauts?
They expressed deep emotional reactions, as the restored imagery brings back memories of their experiences in space, making the past feel alive again.
Remastering Gemini and Mercury with Andy Saunders
Q: How do you ensure the historical accuracy of the photographs?
I work closely with historical data, mission transcripts, and even the astronauts' feedback to ensure the imagery is presented accurately without embellishment.
Remastering Gemini and Mercury with Andy Saunders
Q: What technique do you use for enhancing the photographs?
I use a stacking technique which improves the signal to noise ratio, allowing for clearer images from historical footage.

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What is The Aviation Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Aviation history enthusiasts tune in for thoughtful deep-dives into aircraft, eras, and engineering milestones. Episodes span classic military hardware, wartime development, and space-related topics, often pairing meticulous technical context with accessible storytelling. Guests range from historians and authors to engineers and curators, with a steady thread of museum partnerships and archival provenance giving texture to the conversations. The show consistently emphasizes context—how hardware, policy, and culture intersect—and often connects audiences with museums and archives to explore tangible artifacts and stories. This mix likely appeals to listeners who crave rigor, provenance, and a passion for aviation lore, from WWII aircraft to ... more

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3. The WW2 Podcast
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5. Cold War Conversations - "vivid & compelling" The NY Times

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The Aviation Show launched 4 years ago and published 142 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Aviation Show include:

1. Ryan French
2. Ian Bott
3. Leo Denham
4. Matthew Willis
5. David Rooney
6. Michael Napier
7. Andy Saunders
8. Jeffrey Kluger

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