Adam Thorn
Author Adam is a journalist who has worked for more than 40 media brands in the UK and Australia. Today, he mostly writes about aviation, space and defence.Launceston Airport working to revive Bonza route
January 10, 2025 0 commentThe airport’s chief executive, Shane O’Hare, argued many of the former carrier’s services were “real goers” and the company’s troubles stemmed from its investor, 777 Partners.
Read moreATSB begins probe into Rottnest Island crash
January 9, 2025 0 commentATSB chief commissioner Angus Mitchell said on Thursday that investigators would now seek to recover and preserve any recorded data onboard the aircraft before transporting it to a secure facility in Perth for further examination.
Read moreWinter wildfires may stop US lending Australia aircraft
January 9, 2025 0 commentGreg Mullins argued countries would be unwilling to lend Australia its aircraft if its own fire season lasted all year round, rather than being confined to the summer months.
Read more‘Loyal Wingman for helicopters’ completes test flight
January 9, 2025 0 commentFirst unveiled at Avalon 2023, the aerospace giant said STRIX completed its tests fully autonomously in Australia, with a remote pilot providing safety overwatch who was not required to intervene.
Read moreAerospace industry figures named Superstars of STEM
January 7, 2025 0 commentThe program aims to raise the profile of female professionals and has already delivered media training to 270 people since its launch in 2017. It is backed by Defence, the Department of Science, and Google, and is overseen by Science & Technology Australia.
Read more7% less seats on Sydney–Melbourne than pre-COVID
January 3, 2025 0 commentNew data released by airline data company OAG reveals that while the route remained the fifth busiest domestic service in the world, the numbers were also slightly down on 2023.
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