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
Air New Zealand and ST Engineering are conducting trials using drones to inspect aircraft exteriors during scheduled heavy maintenance checks.
Maintenance & Training

By Adrian Schofield
Qantas has confirmed plans to launch two new US routes following the approval of its joint venture with Dallas/Fort Worth-based American Airlines, and more transpacific routes may be added by the partners.
Airports & Networks

By Adrian Schofield
Malaysia Airlines Berhad (MAB) predicts it will have another year of net losses despite improvements in revenue and passenger numbers.
Airlines & Lessors