This week’s episode is a full-throttle ride through the skies and beyond We kick things off with a rapid-fire roundup of the latest in aviation, space, and weather news from the past week—everything from movements in the airshow scene to what’s been happening above the atmosphere, plus a look at the storm systems shaping the skies right now. Then we ease back on the throttle and drift into something more nostalgic… the golden age of airshows. Think roaring jet teams, packed crowd lines, and the kind of displays that made you stop and just feel aviation. But it’s not all rose-tinted—this episode digs into the reality of today’s display circuit and the steady decline of UK airshows, exploring what’s changed, what’s been lost, and whether there’s still hope on the horizon. To wrap it all up, we bring the energy back with Take Off Thursday – Week 11, highlighting standout aircraft, moments, or stories that deserve a spot on the runway of recognition. Whether you’re here for the news, the nostalgia, or that unmistakable sound of jet engines in your imagination, this episode’s got you covered. Strap in.

Today we start of by talking about recent events in the world, from Iran to space and space to weather, we covered it all.

We then moved on the The Heart Of Britain being the Red Arrows where Joey discusses how they got him and his family into aviation and Olly discusses previous memories of them.

Finally we finish off with Take-off Thursday announcements along with announcements from Hampshire and Midlands Air festivals respectively.

In this episode, we kick things off with the latest developments in the ongoing Iran conflict, breaking down what’s happening right now and why it matters globally. From escalating tensions to major disruptions like the Strait of Hormuz situation and continued military activity, we unpack the key headlines and their wider impact.

We then head beyond Earth with our space segment, covering the latest mission updates, technological breakthroughs, and everything shaping the future of space exploration.

Back on Earth, we move into the world of aviation, discussing recent industry news, aircraft developments, and noteworthy updates from across the skies.

Next, we dive into our weather segment, taking a closer look at recent conditions, trends, and standout events affecting different parts of the world.

Finally, we wrap things up with exciting airshow announcements, highlighting newly confirmed aircraft appearances and what aviation fans can look forward to in the upcoming display season.