Classism In The Flight Industry And Air Pollution In India And China

The new Airbus A320neo takes off for its first test flight at Toulouse-Blagnac airport, southwestern France, Thursday, Sept. 25, 2014. Airbus sent its new A320neo jet up for its first flight Thursday amid growing demand for the single-aisle plane, a more fuel-efficient version of Airbus popular A320 mid-range jets. The A320neo or “new engine option” incorporates an engine that uses less fuel and sharklet wing tips that also help deliver fuel savings. (AP Photo/Frederic Lancelot) — A plane takes off for a test flight at Toulouse-Blagnac airport in southwestern France.

On today's show:

We take a look at how the world's ever-growing class divide is reflected in the airline industry.
We discuss how India and China are trying to improve air quality.

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