

- 16
- Episodes
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- 2023
- First episode
About Our Future Skies
Featuring international business leaders from across the aerospace sector, welcome to Our Future Skies, a new podcast series from AIG. At a time when the aerospace industry is experiencing a period of fundamental and rapid change, Our Future Skies provides a range of influential perspectives on the possible future of aerospace over the next 10 to 20 years. Each podcast episode is an in-depth conversation with a leading industry thinker, led by airline industry expert and series moderator John Strickland, Director at JLS Consulting.
- Publisher
- AIG
- Category
- business
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 30 Mar 2023
- Latest episode
- 25 Nov 2024
Latest episodes
16 episodes in the feed.

25 Nov 2024
In conversation with Darren Hulst
Darren Hulst, Boeing's Vice President of Commercial Marketing, shares insights on innovation in aviation and the future of ultra long haul flying with industry expert John Strickland.

8 Nov 2024
In conversation with Álex Cruz
Álex Cruz – Vice Chair, WestJet – discusses his perspectives on evolving airline business models, the impact of niche technologies, and competitors beyond the airline industry, in a conversation with John Strickland. Episode contributor: Alex Cruz – Vice Chair, WestJet Series moderator: John Strickland – Director, JLS Consulting The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not reflect the views, policy or position of American International Group Inc, or its subsidiaries or affiliates (AIG). Any content provided by the speakers in this podcase series is their opinion, and is not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or group of individuals or anyone or anything. AIG makes no warranty or representations as to the accuracy, completeness, correctness or validity of any information provided during this podcast series, and AIG will not be liable for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions in the information provided during this podcast series or any damages, losses, liabilities, injuries resulting from or arising from the Podcast including your use of the Podcast.

22 Oct 2024
In conversation with Alan Joyce
Alan Joyce – former CEO of Qantas – speaks with John Strickland about the dynamics of city pairings and hubs, long haul markets, and the industry innovating to overcome sustainability challenges. Episode contributor: Alan Joyce – Businessman and Former CEO, Qantas Series moderator: John Strickland – Director, JLS Consulting The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not reflect the views, policy or position of American International Group Inc, or its subsidiaries or affiliates (AIG). Any content provided by the speakers in this podcase series is their opinion, and is not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or group of individuals or anyone or anything. AIG makes no warranty or representations as to the accuracy, completeness, correctness or validity of any information provided during this podcast series, and AIG will not be liable for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions in the information provided during this podcast series or any damages, losses, liabilities, injuries resulting from or arising from the Podcast including your use of the Podcast.

18 Jul 2024
In conversation with Pieter Elbers
Pieter Elbers - CEO of IndiGo – talks to John Strickland about leading India's largest airline, and shares insights on the relationship between aviation and economic growth, including the impact of the subcontinent's expanding hubs and gateways. Episode contributor: Pieter Elbers – CEO, IndiGo Series moderator: John Strickland – Director, JLS Consulting The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not reflect the views, policy or position of American International Group Inc, or its subsidiaries or affiliates (AIG). Any content provided by the speakers in this podcase series is their opinion, and is not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or group of individuals or anyone or anything. AIG makes no warranty or representations as to the accuracy, completeness, correctness or validity of any information provided during this podcast series, and AIG will not be liable for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions in the information provided during this podcast series or any damages, losses, liabilities, injuries resulting from or arising from the Podcast including your use of the Podcast.

17 Jun 2024
Where Next For Aerospace? Conversations with industry leaders at the IATA AGM 2024
In this special episode of Our Future Skies - recorded at the IATA Annual General Meeting in Dubai - listen to several industry leaders as they analyse a range of topics impacting the future of aerospace, in conversation with John Strickland. Episode contributors: Willie Walsh, Director General of IATA Adnan Kazim, Deputy President of Emirates and Chief Commercial Officer, Emirates Airline Con Korfiatis, CEO, Oman Air Tony Douglas, CEO, Riyadh Air Steven Greenaway, CEO, flyadeal Series moderator: John Strickland – Director, JLS Consulting The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not reflect the views, policy or position of American International Group Inc, or its subsidiaries or affiliates (AIG). Any content provided by the speakers in this podcase series is their opinion, and is not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or group of individuals or anyone or anything. AIG makes no warranty or representations as to the accuracy, completeness, correctness or validity of any information provided during this podcast series, and AIG will not be liable for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions in the information provided during this podcast series or any damages, losses, liabilities, injuries resulting from or arising from the Podcast including your use of the Podcast.

28 May 2024
In conversation with Anders Forslund
Listen to Anders Forslund - Co-founder and CEO, Heart Aerospace – as he offers his perspective on leading with innovation in the aerospace industry, the decarbonisation of air travel, and how infrastructure can boost regional connectivity. Episode contributor: Anders Forslund - Co-founder and CEO, Heart Aerospace Series moderator: John Strickland – Director, JLS Consulting The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not reflect the views, policy or position of American International Group Inc, or its subsidiaries or affiliates (AIG). Any content provided by the speakers in this podcase series is their opinion, and is not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or group of individuals or anyone or anything. AIG makes no warranty or representations as to the accuracy, completeness, correctness or validity of any information provided during this podcast series, and AIG will not be liable for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions in the information provided during this podcast series or any damages, losses, liabilities, injuries resulting from or arising from the Podcast including your use of the Podcast.

25 Mar 2024
In conversation with Sir Tim Clark
In a real highlight of our podcast series ‘Our Future Skies’, the latest episode features Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, in conversation with series moderator John Strickland. In a lively and wide-ranging conversation, Sir Tim shares a personal view of the many challenges and opportunities ahead for the aerospace industry. Episode contributor: Sir Tim Clark - President, Emirates Airline Series moderator: John Strickland – Director, JLS Consulting This episode was recorded on 13 March 2024 The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not reflect the views, policy or position of American International Group Inc, or its subsidiaries or affiliates (AIG). Any content provided by the speakers in this podcase series is their opinion, and is not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or group of individuals or anyone or anything. AIG makes no warranty or representations as to the accuracy, completeness, correctness or validity of any information provided during this podcast series, and AIG will not be liable for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions in the information provided during this podcast series or any damages, losses, liabilities, injuries resulting from or arising from the Podcast including your use of the Podcast.

26 Feb 2024
In conversation with Marie Owens Thomsen
In this episode of Our Future Skies, Marie Owens Thomsen - Senior Vice President Sustainability & Chief Economist, IATA - shares her insights on the impact of technological advances in aviation, the role of evidence-based policy-making, and the challenge of sustainability. Episode contributor: Marie Owens Thomsen - Senior Vice President Sustainability & Chief Economist, IATA Series moderator: John Strickland - Director, JLS Consulting The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of American International Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates ("AIG"). Any content provided by our speakers are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. AIG makes no representations as to accuracy, completeness, correctness, or validity of any information provided during this podcast series and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses injuries, or damages arising from its use.

10 Jan 2024
In conversation with Yvonne Makolo
In this episode of Our Future Skies, Yvonne Makolo - CEO of RwandAir and Chair of the Board, IATA – discusses sustainable industry growth, investment in education and training, and the potential of aviation within the African continent. Episode contributor: Yvonne Makolo – CEO, RwandAir and Chair of the Board, IATA Series moderator: John Strickland – Director, JLS Consulting The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of American International Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates ("AIG"). Any content provided by our speakers are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. AIG makes no representations as to accuracy, completeness, correctness, or validity of any information provided during this podcast series and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses injuries, or damages arising from its use.

24 Nov 2023
In conversation with Tewolde Gebremariam
In this episode of Our Future Skies, Tewolde Gebremariam - Senior Strategic Advisor at Delta Airlines and former Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines – shares his expert perspectives on aviation infrastructure in Africa, the impact of cargo capacity investments, and leveraging aviation and technological advancements as engines of economic development. Episode contributor: Tewolde Gebremariam – Senior Strategic Advisor at Delta Airlines and former Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines Series moderator: John Strickland – Director, JLS Consulting The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of American International Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates ("AIG"). Any content provided by our speakers are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. AIG makes no representations as to accuracy, completeness, correctness, or validity of any information provided during this podcast series and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses injuries, or damages arising from its use.

24 Aug 2023
In conversation with Güliz Öztürk
In this episode of Our Future Skies, Güliz Öztürk, CEO of Pegasus Airlines, discusses her perspective on airline business model development, increasing flexibility for travellers and investing in digital solutions. Episode contributor: Güliz Öztürk – CEO, Pegasus Airlines Series moderator: John Strickland – Director, JLS Consulting The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of American International Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates ("AIG"). Any content provided by our speakers are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. AIG makes no representations as to accuracy, completeness, correctness, or validity of any information provided during this podcast series and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses injuries, or damages arising from its use.

6 Apr 2023
In conversation with Sean Doyle
In this episode of Our Future Skies, Sean Doyle, CEO of British Airways, shares his views on the agility of the aerospace industry, innovation in sustainability and new generations of travellers, in conversation with John Strickland. Episode contributor: Sean Doyle – CEO, British Airways Series moderator: John Strickland – Director, JLS Consulting The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of American International Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates ("AIG"). Any content provided by our speakers are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. AIG makes no representations as to accuracy, completeness, correctness, or validity of any information provided during this podcast series and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses injuries, or damages arising from its use.

30 Mar 2023
In conversation with Bob Lange
This episode of Our Future Skies features Bob Lange, Senior Vice President and Head of Business Analysis and Market Forecast at Airbus, who provides his insights into the future evolution of aircraft, airline models and managing environmental risks in the aviation industry, in conversation with John Strickland. Episode contributor: Bob Lange - Senior Vice President and Head of Business Analysis and Market Forecast, Airbus Series moderator: John Strickland – Director, JLS Consulting The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of American International Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates ("AIG"). Any content provided by our speakers are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. AIG makes no representations as to accuracy, completeness, correctness, or validity of any information provided during this podcast series and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses injuries, or damages arising from its use.

30 Mar 2023
In conversation with Paul Griffiths
In the third episode of Our Future Skies, Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, discusses his long term perspective on the future of airports and the impact of these challenges on the aerospace industry. Episode contributor: Paul Griffiths - CEO, Dubai Airports Series moderator: John Strickland - Director, JLS Consulting This episode was recorded in December 2022. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of American International Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates ("AIG"). Any content provided by our speakers are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. AIG makes no representations as to accuracy, completeness, correctness, or validity of any information provided during this podcast series and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses injuries, or damages arising from its use.

30 Mar 2023
In conversation with Johan Lundgren
In the second episode of Our Future Skies, Johan Lundgren, CEO of easyJet, shares his insights on the direction of the airline industry over the coming decades, in an in-depth discussion with John Strickland. Episode contributor: Johan Lundgren - CEO, easyJet Series moderator: John Strickland - Director, JLS Consulting This episode was recorded in October 2022. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of American International Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates ("AIG"). Any content provided by our speakers are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. AIG makes no representations as to accuracy, completeness, correctness, or validity of any information provided during this podcast series and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses injuries, or damages arising from its use.

30 Mar 2023
In conversation with Anko van der Werff
In this first episode, Anko van der Werff, President & CEO of Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS), provides his future looking perspective on how the many challenges that aerospace faces will result in long term changes to the industry. Episode contributor: Anko van der Werff - President & CEO of Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) Series moderator: John Strickland - Director, JLS Consulting This episode was recorded in September 2022. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast series are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of American International Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates ("AIG"). Any content provided by our speakers are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. AIG makes no representations as to accuracy, completeness, correctness, or validity of any information provided during this podcast series and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses injuries, or damages arising from its use.
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