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.
Air New Zealand plans to launch a cabin-refurbishment program for its Boeing 777-300ER fleet, and is also expanding premium classes in its upcoming 787-9 deliveries.
Malaysia-based AirAsia’s Thai affiliate intends to grow its fleet and international network in the second half of this year, taking advantage of continued strong financial results.
Singapore LCC Scoot will be looking to its own network and those of its partners to help fill its proposed Athens service, although it has yet to make any deals for feed from Europe.
