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.
Bombardier is expanding its business jet charter presence in Russia by adding new services and opening a new line maintenance facility. Bombardier's Skyjet International charter service has introduced its Jet Membership product to Russia. This is an international block-hour charter program that allows customers to buy annual flying hours.
World Air Holdings recorded a net profit of $4.2 million in the June quarter, up slightly from last year's $2.6 million profit due to strong revenue and block hour increases. Operating revenues were up 50% to $172.6 million, while operating profit grew 87% to $8.2 million. Block hours were also up 50%. World CEO Randy Martinez said the company is benefiting from increased efficiency and new diversified business. World forecasts an operating profit of $15 million-$17 million for the third quarter.
The National Mediation Board released Polar and its pilots from contract negotiations late Tuesday, allowing the 30-day cooling off period to begin. Earlier on Tuesday, NMB had offered binding arbitration to the two sides (DAILY, Aug. 17), which the Air Line Pilots Association rejected. NMB is required to end mediation if either side refuses binding arbitration. The cooling-off period will expire on Sept. 16. Negotiations can continue, but after the 30 days, Polar pilots have the right to strike.
