Aviation podcasts offer unique perspectives on a wide range of industry-related topics. Professionals and enthusiasts alike can learn from expert-level insights on the latest aviation trends, as well as hearing about new innovations in sustainability, aviation software, and airport operations.
In no particular order, here’s our pick of the best aviation industry podcasts to check out in 2025.
Contents:
- 1. AvTalk Aviation Podcast from Flightradar24
- 2. Bryan Air
- 3. The Airplane Geeks Podcast
- 4. NBAA Flight Plan Podcast
- 5. Aviation Week Network Podcasts
- 6. Airline Pilot Guy Show & Plane Tales
- 7. AviaDev Africa
- 8. Plane Crazy Down Under
- 9. The Air Up There
- 10. Pilot to Pilot – Aviation Podcast
- 11. Australian Aviation Podcast Network
- 12. Squawk 7000 Podcast
- 13. “There I was…” An Aviation Podcast
- 14. AVIATE with Shaesta
- 15. The Diggintravel Podcast
- 16. The Green Dot
1. AvTalk Aviation Podcast from Flightradar24
A perfect accompaniment to Flightradar24’s live flight tracking app, the AvTalk Aviation Podcast brings listeners the latest news, trends, and updates from across the world of aviation.
Every Friday, co-hosts Ian Petchenik, Jason Rabinowitz, and Gabriel Leigh expertly navigate a wide range of topics, accessible to both avgeeks and intro-level enthusiasts alike. Fans of the live flight tracking app and the podcast might also like to check out Skycards, a new collectable aviation card game recently launched by Flightradar24.
Episode length: An average of 35 minutes
2. Bryan Air
Broadcasting from Johannesburg, South Africa, co-hosts Bryan Roseveare and Ryan Parrock deliver traditional aviation flight deck banter alongside the most prevalent news stories affecting global airlines and related travel sectors.
Both hosts have extensive knowledge and practical experience of the aviation industry, and the Bryan Air podcast is a testament to that. Listeners will enjoy learning about helpful productivity tips for pilots, as well as hearing all the latest insights from the aviation industry.
Episode length: An average of 25 minutes
3. The Airplane Geeks Podcast
This weekly podcast is produced and hosted by a team of aviation industry experts, many of them pilots. A panel of regular contributors further broadens the scope of the conversation.
The aim of The Airplane Geeks Podcast is to educate and inform listeners, while developing their passion for aviation – and entertaining them along the way! Topics include in-depth conversations on improving pilots’ mental health and helping young aviators to succeed in the industry.
Episode length: An average of 60-90 minutes
4. NBAA Flight Plan Podcast
NBAA Flight Plan is the weekly podcast of the National Business Aviation Association. Each week, business aviation experts and influencers talk about topics ranging from workforce development and business management, to airports and airspace, and operational best practices.
Airport operations managers and schedulers will be particularly interested in conversations around workforce growth strategies and KPI management.
Episode length: An average of 20 minutes
5. Aviation Week Network Podcasts
Aviation Week Network Podcasts produces 4 separate, specialist topic podcasts. Check 6 merges aviation, space technology, aerospace, and defence. The Window Seat tackles everything from operational and regulatory updates, to airline-specific outlooks.
MRO is dedicated to aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul. BCA covers business aviation, with topics that will be of interest to aircraft fleet owners, fractional operators, customers, and FBOs.
Episode length: An average of 20 minutes
6. Airline Pilot Guy Show & Plane Tales
Each week, Capt. Jeff Nielsen and Capt. Nick Anderson are joined by regular in-house and guest contributors for the Airline Pilot Guy Show. Episodes offer in-depth discussions on topics including piloting and aviation safety, as well as the latest aviation news.
If that’s not enough aviation action for you, Capt. Nick also hosts the Plane Tales podcast, where he shares insights into his military and commercial aviation experience.
Episode length: An average of 3 hours (Airline Pilot Guy Show) or 20 minutes (Plane Tales)
7. AviaDev Africa
AviaDev Africa is dedicated to growing connectivity to, from, and within the African continent. The organization prides itself on being an independent voice for African aviation, and their podcast of the same name, hosted by AviaDev CEO, Jon Howell, features engaging conversations across a broad range of topics.
The next in-person AviaDev Africa event takes place from June 11th – 13th, 2025, at the Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
Episode length: An average of 30-60 minutes
8. Plane Crazy Down Under
Australia’s longest running aviation podcast is co-hosted by industry experts, Steve Visscher and Grant McHerron. Plane Crazy Down Under aims to boost awareness of aviation within the Australia/Pacific region, and to promote the message that flying is fun and achievable.
Previous guests include pilots, analysts, air traffic controllers, and heritage organizations. Topics covered include hot air balloons, sport aerobatics, charter operations, airlines, and the military.
Episode length: An average of 40-50 minutes
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9. The Air Up There
The Federal Aviation Administration (USA) invites those who are curious about the world of aviation to tune in to their podcast. Rotating hosts add a great sense of diversity in content and conversation.
Topics of The Air Up There include the future of flight, drones, and ways to make the National Airspace System safer, smarter, and more efficient.
Episode length: An average of 20 minutes
10. Pilot to Pilot – Aviation Podcast
Pilot and host, Justin Siems, started Pilot to Pilot – Aviation Podcast after his wife suggested he find a way to give back to the aviation community and encourage fellow pilots to achieve their dreams.
Siems’ down-to-earth conversation style has drawn in a loyal audience, with listeners particularly valuing opportunities to hear from real pilots working in various sectors of the aviation industry.
Episode length: An average of 1 hour
11. Australian Aviation Podcast Network
Australian Aviation Podcast Network, Sydney-based, is the official podcast of Australian Aviation, which has been the trusted source of market intelligence and situational awareness for Australia’s aviation sector since 1977.
A rotation of hosts keeps each episode fresh and interesting, with a broad range of topics specially selected to appeal to listeners across the entire Australian aviation sector and beyond.
Episode length: An average of 35 minutes
12. Squawk 7000 Podcast
The Squawk 7000 Podcast was launched in December 2000 by Boeing 737 Pilot and aviation training expert, Mark Dwyer. The show is co-produced by broadcaster and aviator, Michael Comyn, and it has grown to become a must-listen source of global, regional, and local aviation news for pilots and aviation enthusiasts in Ireland.
The podcast supports additional content featured on its host website, FlyinginIreland.com.
Episode length: An average of 20 minutes
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13. “There I was…” An Aviation Podcast
Presented by the AOPA Air Safety Institute (USA), the storytelling “There I was…” podcast instantly draws the listener in with tales of near-misses, unpredictable scenarios, and the skills utilized to ensure that the pilots got to fly another day.
The podcast aims to honor the tradition and heritage in aviation to leverage “hangar flying” as an avenue to pass along knowledge and experience.
Episode length: An average of 40 minutes
14. AVIATE with Shaesta
Shaesta Waiz made history in 2017 when she became the youngest woman to fly solo around the world in a single engine aircraft (a Beechcraft Bonanza A36). She went on to set up the Dreams Soar Foundation to encourage young people to study STEM subjects, and also to improve diversity and inclusion across the aviation industry.
The AVIATE with Shaesta podcast is a space exclusively for women to share their experiences of being part of the aviation industry.
Episode length: An average of 15 minutes
15. The Diggintravel Podcast
An audio haven for anyone interested in listening to some of the world’s most successful digital leaders in the aviation sector. The Diggintravel Podacst’s host and Diggintravel founder, Iztok Franko, discusses the latest marketing, travel, and digital transformation news that directly impacts the aviation industry.
If you’re interested in digging deeper into how data and analytics will impact the future of aviation, then this podcast is a must-listen.
Episode length: An average of 40 minutes
16. The Green Dot
The official podcast of the Experimental Aircraft Association (USA) provides listeners with bi-weekly episodes featuring news, aviation history, and interviews with members.
Rotating hosts of The Green Dot are joined by guests who share their passion for aircraft that have been meticulously custom-built or painstakingly restored to their former glory.
Episode length: An average of 45 minutes
Whether you’re an aviation professional, a passionate enthusiast, or simply curious about the industry, these podcasts offer something for everyone.
