Plane and Simple Podcast
Plane and Simple Podcast
Podcast Description
Plane and Simple is a podcast, for the avgeeks by the avgeeks, that takes you behind the scenes with people from different parts of the aviation industry.
Each of the episodes we will try and bring stories from the world of aviation that are interesting and give you a broader perspective of the wonderful world of aircraft and skies. Join us and discover stories from global and Indian skies that are sure to make your next flight just that little more informed and interesting.
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The podcast focuses on various aspects of aviation, including air safety, career journeys, and historical accounts within the industry. Episodes feature topics such as aviation incident reconstructions, significant stories from Indian aviation, and the transition from crew members to industry professionals, ensuring a rich exploration of both personal experiences and industry trends.

Plane and Simple is a podcast, for the avgeeks by the avgeeks, that takes you behind the scenes with people from different parts of the aviation industry.
Each of the episodes we will try and bring stories from the world of aviation that are interesting and give you a broader perspective of the wonderful world of aircraft and skies. Join us and discover stories from global and Indian skies that are sure to make your next flight just that little more informed and interesting.
Ever wondered what it’s like to run an airline when you’re also its biggest fan? Join us as we talk to Sanjiv Kapoor, the executive who describes himself as an ”aviation nut” first and a businessman second.
From ”fanboy” moments cold-calling the legends of the industry to navigating the high-stakes days of 9/11 at Northwest Airlines, Sanjiv shares the fascinating stories that built his career.
Expect stories on:
- The Secret Design: How the Vistara retro livery and uniforms were conceived in-house to capture 60s glamour.
- The Legend: Why the Boeing 747 remains the ”Queen of the Skies” and the story of its impossible three-year development
- Leadership: Why passion, reliability, and ”humanising” the service industry are the true edges in business
- Window or…?: Why you should always keep your window shade open—and the struggle with dimmable windows.
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