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.
American's decision to divest its Eagle regional affiliate sends a positive signal, but may not provide much long-term financial boost, analysts believe.
El Al this week reported a dramatic growth in net profit for the third quarter, driven by a 27% rise in revenues which offset higher fuel costs. The carrier's net profit for the quarter was $41.2 million, compared to just $1.4 million for the same period in 2006. Revenue was $567 million, and operating profit climbed to $63.8 million compared to $8.5 million last year.
International Air Transport Association head Giovanni Bisignani yesterday took some shots at the U.S. government for its handling of the New York congestion issue, suggesting proposals currently on the table will have little positive effect.
