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In today's show we report on the sad news of another low cost carriers demise, everyone's favourite low cost airlines attempt at trolling our legacy carrier's recent destination blunder backfires and Embraer's Phenom celebrates their 300th delivery. In the military the US Airforce want to put Starwars style AI in their latest fighter and we learn that Boeing's 767 Tankers also use the Augmented Pitch System.

In this episode where Nev joins Carlos and Matt in the PTUK Studio we find that one low cost carrier's rescue plan loses momentum, it all gets rather physical on a flight from Prestwick to Tenerife and there's a big acquisition made by one Doha based carrier. Pip shares with us his experience on a recent flight to Switzerland. In the Military an airshow is cancelled due to some serious flooding and the UK orders a Wedgetail.

In today's episode we talk about the Boeing 737 Max 8, one German Carrier begins selling off their A380s in favour of 787s and A350s and strong winds in Brussels cause damage to two parked aircraft. As Armando takes the day off to begin his return home he brings us a fascinating interview with Adrian and Alex from the British Aerobatics Academy. Pip brings us part two of his tour round Heathrow's Digital Air Traffic Control Laboratory.

In this episode we discover one US carrier grounds 14 of their aircraft due to problems with the overhead bins, everyone's favourite low-cost airline finds itself going viral over their handling of a passenger's auto-correct blunder and one UAE carrier pays tribute to the amazing women in their workforce on International Women's Day. Pilot Pip takes us for an exclusive look round Heathrow's Digital ATC Laboratory.

This week we discover that one low cost airline wins it's court case battle after strike action, the UK's legacy carrier places a big order for the 777-9 and we talk about about the recent turbulence at Gibraltar and Connecticut. In the military one american air-frame manufacturer unveils it's 'Wingman' Drone and pilot error is blamed in the crash involving an A-29. Matt (from the A320 Podcast) tells Nev about his recent Jet2 experience and the development of their training courses for pilots.

In today's show we discuss how one passenger managed to travel using his friend's passport, everyone's favourite low cost airline introduces a costly 'loyalty' scheme and a troubled airline is mulling over two buy-out options to secure it's future. In the Military we're talking about a memorial fly-past in Sheffield and the Civil Air Patrol celebrate their first Graduate from their Cadet Wings Programme. Armando shares with us an incredible flight he took with Jan over the Alps!

In today's episode we learn (literally first hand) about the sudden demise of BMI Regional, more drone disruption is discovered - this time in Dubai and there are further safety concerns involving Lion Air. In the Military there's controversy over the early retirement of the B1 & B2 Bombers and there's an exciting new partnership with Airbus and Dassault to build a sixth generation fighter.

In this episode an iconic UK carrier is sold because of Brexit related debt, the UK's legacy carrier closes it's dedicated terminal at JFK and it's sad news for the A380 as more orders are cancelled. In Armando's military section the Marine Corps new CH53K is a mess and the US Navy retire the last of their FA18 fleet. We talk to Stephen about his journey to the right seat and there's some great feedback from Jan Hubner about his experiences on the A320 NEO.

In this episode we learn that one all Boeing based low cost carrier takes overall control of an Airbus based fleet, a troubled airline now adopts a zero tolerance approach to it's baggage allowance and a Canadian carrier wins their case for damages against a disruptive passenger. In the military the RAF commemorate the iconic Tornado and the Korean Air Force take delivery of their first A330. Ray Davis shares with us his video of the amazing Aero L39 Albatros High Performance Jet Trainer.

In today's episode the discussion on IFE continues as some Irish lads play Trad music on their low cost flight, BA announce some retro liveries in honour of their centenary year and trials begin at Gatwick for Robot Valet Parking. Pip returns with a discussion on Magnetic North Poles. In the military Washington announces the next Arsenal of Democracy Fly-Over and we learn far more than we need to about the airforce and their toilet habits.

In today's programme we discover that one family is made to sit on the floor DURING their flight, there's a profit warning for one Irish Low Cost Carrier and heavy snowfall leaves a plane in tail-stand at one Californian airport. In the military, the US air force finally accepts their first KC46 tanker and British Apache attack helicopters deploy to the Arctic.

In today's episode we discover that 'Everyone's Favourite Low-Cost Airline' is rated the worse airline for the 6th year in a row, one Chinese captain raises security concerns as he seats his wife in the cockpit and an Indonesian carrier offers in-flight 'LIVE' music. In the military SAAB's second global eye makes it's flight debut and Russia shares pictures of it's improved IL78 Tanker.

In this week's programme we're discussing that drone incident, yet more strike woes are on the cards for everyone's favourite low cost airline and there is good news for the environment as Hi-Fly ban single use plastics. Part 5 of Captain Nick's interview with Sir Richard Johns as he explaining how Russia has emerged as a potential threat to peace and to the Baltic states in particular. He also discusses the premature retirement of the Harrier aircraft.

Join Carlos, Nev and Matt as they bring you a very special programme with some new content, some 'never before seen' bits and a look back at some of our favourite segments from this incredible year. It's been a truly unforgettable year for our show and we can't thank you enough for all your support in 2018. From myself (Matt), Nev and Carlos we wish you a very happy new year and hope that 2019 brings us all joy and happiness.

This is a recorded episode of our now annual multi-podcast online meetup which was recorded on Wednesday 5th December. With Pip and Al in the chair and the Old Curmudgeon on top form, this is a festive treat not to be missed. Armando corrected himself after the show; he meant to reference the US National Day of Mourning for George 'HW' Bush not George 'W' Bush. From the entire PTUK team, we'd like to wish all of our viewers and listeners a very happy christmas.