Adrian Schofield

Auckland Bureau Chief

Auckland, New Zealand

Summary

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.

 

Articles

By Adrian Schofield
Qantas received the first of three additional Airbus A321P2F freighters, with two more due by March 2027.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Adrian Schofield
A UK court has ruled that VietJet is subject to an asset freeze, the latest step in a long-running legal dispute with FW Aviation Holdings over unpaid aircraft lease fees.
Airlines & Lessors

By Adrian Schofield
ANA plans to move its headquarters to Tokyo’s Yaesu district in 2030 as it seeks to improve working conditions and encourage employee interaction.
Airlines & Lessors