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.

Today we discuss the recent and so far successful Artemis II mission and all the dynamics around it. Joey informs us on many questions and we both hope you enjoy.

This is part 2 of "A Look Through The Lens" where we discuss our photography careers and futures, our hopes for the podcast and recent airshow aircraft announcements. We hope you enjoy our podcast as its the longest episode yet.

This is Part 1 of "A look through the lens", where we go through recent aviation news and events. Part 2 will have us talking about photography and recent airshow announcements. This is the first time we have had to split an episode into 2 parts, due to the recording being over 3 hours long, it took over 6 hours in total, from rounding up all of the news, to prepping conversation topics. We hope you enjoy this episode, make sure to let us know on our instagram or tiktok if you prefer these longer episodes, as we usually aim for 1 hour total. Part 2 will release on Wednesday 1st April at 8pm.

From the latest aviation headlines to exciting new aircraft announcements, this episode dives into what’s shaping the skies right now, plus a look ahead to the Little Gransden Airshow—one of the UK’s most unique grassroots events—breaking down what to expect, why it matters, and why aviation fans won’t want to miss it ✈️

In this episode, we take a closer look at RAF Lakenheath, one of the most important US Air Force bases in Europe and home to the 48th Fighter. The base has recently seen major infrastructure upgrades to support modern aircraft like the Lockheed Martin F‑35A Lightning II, making it the first permanent international location for USAF F-35 operations in Europe. With ongoing deployments, exercises, and transiting fighter aircraft heading toward other theatres, Lakenheath continues to play a central role in NATO air power and transatlantic defence cooperation.

We also run through the latest aviation news and airshow announcements, highlighting what’s coming up for enthusiasts this season. From new aircraft appearances to returning displays across the UK and Europe, there’s plenty for aviation fans to look forward to in 2026. Whether you’re interested in frontline military aviation, airshow line-ups, or the latest developments at key bases like RAF Lakenheath, this episode covers the headlines and the stories shaping the aviation world right now.