Season 2
Steve Varsano, founder of The Jet Business and a veteran with over 40 years in corporate jet sales, shares his journey from an early passion for aviation to his first harrowing aircraft deal at 23, and ultimately, to building a globally recognized jet brokerage in London.
This episode is an exploration into who really flies on corporate jets, the economics of ownership, and why flexibility, privacy, and productivity make them indispensable business tools.
Steve also unpacks key trends, from inflight Wi-Fi innovations like Starlink to the importance of cabin pressure for passenger well-being. Plus, he shares how his cutting-edge showroom transforms the buying process.
Finally, turning to commercial flying, Steve offers candid insights on passenger experience and the key differences he observes between commercial airlines and corporate aviation.
Go behind the scenes of the inflight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) strategy of a 5 star global airline with Tal Kalderon, Head of Inflight Entertainment and Connectivity at El Al, the flag carrier of Israel.
A true veteran of the IFE world, Tal shares his fascinating journey from his early beginnings in the television industry to spending the past 20 years transforming the passenger experience at El Al.
Tal gives an inside look at El Al’s evolving fleet, the key decisions shaping its IFE strategy, the challenges of planning for aircraft deliveries years in advance, and his perspective on the ongoing debate of wireless vs. seatback inflight entertainment. He also weighs in on the rising buzz around Starlink, LEO satellite technology, and how these innovations could impact the future of inflight connectivity.
Imagine transforming your inflight experience into a hands-on cooking experience, mastering gourmet cuisine while soaring through the skies. Chef Mel Alafaci through her Inflight Cooking School, a show now featured on American Airlines’ inflight entertainment systems shares expert tips, tricks, and culinary secrets, turning every flight into a flavorful adventure.
Known as ‘The Happy Chef’ and founder of Vanilla Zulu, Chef Mel talks about how she has transformed her passion for food and travel into a global sensation, reaching millions of American Airlines passengers and soon, many more on other airlines. Chef Mel also shares insights on how airlines can elevate the inflight dining experience, making every meal unforgettable and showcasing how food can transform the passenger experience.
What’s it really like to fly without sight? This episode offers a rare glimpse into air travel through the perspective of Scott Thornhill, Executive Director of the American Council of the Blind (ACB). Stay tuned because you’re about to explore air travel from a perspective few have experienced but all of us need to understand.
We also explore the Airline Passengers with Disabilities Bill of Rights, its alignment with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the road ahead for truly inclusive air travel. Scott shares powerful insights on the changes that could make flying more accessible, not just for the blind but for everyone.
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