Unwinding joint operations is not easy, but it must happen thanks to a DOT ruling. Plus fumes in the cabin, a hilariously low fine and some questionable funding in play.







Also in this episode:




* Delta/Aeromexico antitrust immunity officially killed



* JetBlue and Breeze chipping at FLL



* Lufthansa Group centralizing more



* Boeing fine for Alaska plug blowout



* Avelo got funding, likely from Embraer, to buy a bunch of E2s



* Fume events are happening more, and the OEMs probably know why



* Indigo/Aegean codeshare




For our Patreon subscribers we have bonus content, including:




* Kirby's comments at EXPO



* Air Canada’s 2026 expansion plans, including the A321XLR



* Korean halts PremY conversion



* Other Expo bits, DorkFest, and a Waymo ride




And plenty more. Enjoy the show!