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Flying Smart: The Future of Air Travel and Sustainability

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

Overview

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Explore the future of air travel in this 36-minute conversation between Walter Isaacson and United CEO Scott Kirby. Delve into United's ambitious plans for supersonic jets and sustainability initiatives while examining post-pandemic travel trends, electric aircraft development, pilot shortages, and infrastructure investments. Learn about the airline industry's response to COVID-19, including mask policies and vaccination strategies, as well as efforts to address climate change, manage unruly passengers, and promote board diversity. Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the aviation sector as it navigates a rapidly evolving landscape.

Syllabus

Intro
Travel Demand
Growth
Connection Saver
Future of Aviation
Electric Aircraft
Pilot Shortage
Biden Infrastructure Bill
Biden Administration
Masks
One rule
Vaccines
Climate Change
Managing Unruly
Board Diversity

Taught by

The Aspen Institute

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