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.
The ICAO ruling, based on a Universal Safety Oversight Audit Program (USOAP) audit, is expected on June 18, following a review of actions taken by the Thai Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) to address safety concerns raised by ICAO.
Cathay Pacific is changing the leadership of its cargo operation, as the carrier continues to benefit from improving performance in this major sector of its business.
Cargo is a major boon to Cathay’s business. Cargo Director James Woodrow is leaving Cathay to head China Navigation Company, which is also in the Swire Group.
