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.
Malaysian low-cost carrier (LCC) AirAsia said increased airport costs at important Malaysian regional center Kota Kinabalu have contributed to its decision to suspend one of its flights, underlining the carrier’s call for a dedicated LCC terminal.
Singapore-based LCC Tigerair has managed to return to the black as it reports its last fiscal year before being fully taken over by Singapore Airlines.
Air New Zealand has said its earnings may come under pressure in the next financial year because of increased competition in some international markets and reduced foreign exchange hedges.
