Adrian is Auckland bureau chief for Aviation Week, based in New Zealand. He covers commercial aviation in the Asia-Pacific region.
Adrian was previously based in Aviation Week’s Washington office for nine years, writing for a range of the group’s publications and covering many aspects of the commercial aviation industry. He has won Australasian and international awards for his aviation writing.
Prior to joining Aviation Week in 2002, Adrian covered aviation industry and policy issues for two other publishing companies in Washington. He has also worked for newspapers in Texas and New Zealand, covering a wide range of topics. Adrian graduated from Auckland University with a degree in history and English in 1992.
Malaysia’s Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) revoked the air operator’s certificate (AOC) of low-cost carrier (LCC) startup Rayani Air on June 13 because of unresolved concerns and safety and organizational shortcomings.
hinese investors are continuing to show keen interest in Virgin Australia, with China-based Nanshan Group reaching a deal to purchase most of Air New Zealand’s stake in the Australian airline.
