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On-Air with Dan and Alex

An Uncertain Future for Middle Eastern Aviation

March 18, 2026·49 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Dan and Alex are back with another weekly roundup of how the Middle East conflict is reshaping global aviation. From Qatar Airways operating extraordinary non-stop charter flights out of Bangkok to British Airways launching a new London–Kuala Lumpur–Melbourne route, airlines are being forced to stay agile. The hosts break down airspace availability, Gulf airline strategies, and the corridor over Azerbaijan keeping east-west travel alive. They also answer listener questions on travel advice for upcoming Middle East connections, Oman Air's surprising flexibility, and the 787's seating configurations. A must-listen for aviation enthusiasts tracking how geopolitics disrupts air travel worldwide.Please send us your questions, topics, or opinions via direct message on Instagram below.Follow Nonstop Dan on YouTube and Instagram.Follow Alex Macheras on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Contact for sponsorship: collabs@nonstopdan.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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