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#298: Farnborough International Airshow Preview

Jul 17, 2026 · 23m

Summary

Hosts Tom Boone and Channing Reed preview the Farnborough International Air Show, discussing rumors of an Etihad Boeing 787 order and the confirmed aircraft lineup. They explain why the Red Arrows will not perform aerobatics due to safety regulations following the 2015 Shoreham crash. Additionally, they detail the complex logistics behind the event and highlight the growing prominence of eVTOL technology.

Topics discussed

Introduction and Farnborough Air Show overview Etihad Airways rumored Boeing 787 order Confirmed aircraft list and eVTOL presence Why the Red Arrows won't perform a full display Behind the scenes logistics and show success metrics
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