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.
Raytheon is selecting Alexandria, Va.-based Rannoch Corp. as its first partner in the Raytheon team that will pursue a major FAA contract for an automatic surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) network.
Cargo carrier Gemini yesterday announced it has emerged from bankruptcy, with lender Bayside Capital now owning a majority stake in the carrier. Gemini's reorganization plan was approved by the bankruptcy court July 20, allowing the company to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in just four months. "Through the bankruptcy process, Gemini was able to eliminate approximately $50 million of debt and realign its balance sheet, greatly improving the company's competitive position," said CEO Sam Woodward.
The U.S. Transportation Dept. is preparing to make a stronger push to win congressional support for its proposal to ease restrictions on airline foreign ownership, while U.S. and European officials have confirmed their desire to complete an open-skies deal despite the latest postponement of the foreign ownership rule.
