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.Dramatic photos show RAAF rescue hundreds from Kabul
August 23, 2021 5 commentPrime Minister Scott Morrison on Sunday described Afghanistan as being a “very chaotic environment” as Australia’s Hercules, KC-30A and two C-17A Globemasters led the evacuation effort.
Read moreBabcock Australasia: An independent capability partner for critical and complex services
August 23, 2021 0 commentBacked by more than thirty years as a trusted aviation and critical services provider, Babcock delivers tailored, reliable and responsive end-to-end solutions for customers throughout Australia.
Read moreTWU says Qantas didn’t consult with staff over mandatory jabs
August 18, 2021 5 commentThe union said employees are still concerned about the difficulties in accessing a jab or losing pay as a result of taking time off.
Read moreThe magic of Gordon Reid, Australian Aviation’s greatest writer
August 18, 2021 2 commentTo planespotters, the softly spoken Scotsman was the ultimate enthusiast but to industry execs, he provided the inside scoop of rivals’ plans. To mark his departure, Adam Thorn got to know the man behind our most successful column, Traffic.
Read moreScrewdriver tip in Jetstar A320 engine caused flames and axed take-off
August 16, 2021 2 commentA screwdriver tip left in a Jetstar A320 engine led to a passenger flight being aborted just before take-off, while flames were spotted emerging from the right engine.
Read moreVirgin confirms stand downs but says numbers will vary
August 14, 2021 1 commentChief executive Jayne Hrdlicka told staff the number of people required to work with “vary from week to week” but all affected will be eligible for $750 COVID payments.
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