List of Simple Flying Journalists and Reporters

1. Chris Loh

Designation Deputy Editor Author Bio Deputy Editor - An experienced photographer and video producer, Chris is a journalistic natural. Degree educated with a wealth of traveling history, Chris’ insight into routes, networks, and alliances brings a depth of quality to his work that is hard to beat. His strong relationships with Middle Eastern and Canadian airlines make him an asset to the team. Currently based in Vilnius, Lithuania.
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2. Joshua Kupietzky

Designation Journalist Author Bio Joshua Kupietzky has a passion for aviation and deep expertise in the aviation industry. He’s been enamored with the facts and figures of the airline industry, and the details of the make and model of commercial aircraft for as long as he can remember. Based in Chicago, US.
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3. Jack Herstam

Designation Journalist Author Bio Jack is an airline pilot in the United States. He previously worked as a flight instructor, where he discovered a passion for teaching about every topic related to flight, as well as mentoring prospective pilots. With a degree in Political Science, Ethnic Studies, and Philosophy from Santa Clara University, Jack is delighted to share his passion through writing with Simple Flying.
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4. Vyte Klisauskaite

Designation Journalist Author Bio Vyte is an aviation journalist with over four years of experience in the field. Before joining the Simple Flying team, she worked with various aviation media outlets and oversaw check-in operations at an international airport. Holding a degree in Sinology, Vyte's reporting mainly focuses on Asian and Eastern European markets. Based in Vilnius, Lithuania.
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5. Tatenda Karuwa

Designation Lead Journalist Author Bio Tatenda is an award-winning aviation journalist. Combining his love for flying and knowledge of the African market, he is the Africa lead for Simple Flying. He provides the latest news and insight on airlines, airports, and all other developments across the continent. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
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6. Justin Foster

Designation Journalist Author Bio Justin joins the Simple Flying team from the Chicago area with both a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in Engineering. He has worked on a range of Cessna projects, including airframe and mechanical system design for several aircraft, and is now keen to expand his knowledge of the commercial aviation sector through his writing with Simple Flying. Based in Wichita, Kansas.
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7. Abid Habib

Designation Journalist Author Bio While training as a Student Pilot, Abid is also pursuing a degree in Aviation Management. Having spent over a decade in the Middle East and flown a variety of carriers in the region, he is familiar with many of the airlines' products and services. Based in Dubai, UAE, and London, UK.
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8. Alexander Mitchell

Designation Journalist & Assistant Editor Author Bio Alexander (Alex) Mitchell, an applied mathematics and economics student at Brown University, has maintained a lifelong passion for aviation. Alex comes to Simple Flying with a background in finance and strategy consulting, and his resume includes experiences at KPMG Consulting, McKinsey & Co., D.E. Shaw & Co., and Bridgewater Associates. In summer 2024, Alex will be joining Boston Consulting Group in New York City as a Summer Associate.
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9. Vincenzo Claudio Piscopo

Designation Journalist Author Bio Vincenzo is a qualified Aerospace Engineer, working in the sector since 2021. He has experience writing for a range of aviation publications and also uses his aeronautical knowledge in his day job as an engineer. Based in Palermo, Italy
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10. Trevin Christian Casinader

Designation Journalist Author Bio Journalist  - Trevin holds degrees in Aeronautics and Aviation Management from the University of North Dakota. He is a certified pilot with a RATPL and a former flight instructor who has been active in the aviation industry for over a decade. He aims to use his experience and content to educate readers and inspire budding aviators. Based in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
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11. Andrew Crider

Designation Journalist Author Bio Andrew joins the team with a private pilot certification, working on building amateur aircraft in his spare time. With previous experience at the Virginia Department of Aviation, he began writing about aviation 4 years ago. Based in Virginia, United States
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12. Dillon Shah

Designation Journalist Author Bio Dillon joins Simple Flying with a strong passion for aviation and languages. He studies politics, focusing on the Middle East and Mediterranean at Sciences Po Paris in France.
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13. Rytis Beresnevicius

Designation Journalist Author Bio Rytis joins the Simple Flying team with more than two and a half years of experience reporting on the aviation industry. Prior to this, he worked at one of Europe's biggest logistics companies and on innovative automotive products. Based in Vilnius, Lithuania
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14. Luke Peters

Designation Journalist Author Bio Journalist - Working for several airlines & Airbus, Luke gained a comprehensive knowledge of the commercial aviation industry, before retraining as a lawyer specializing in aviation. A qualified private pilot, Luke also helps to keep one of the world's last WWII Catalina flying boats airworthy. Based in Cambridge, UK.
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15. Jamie Moore

Designation Journalist Author Bio Journalist - Interested in aviation photography, Jamie can often be found spotting in Dublin and Shannon. Based in Dublin, Ireland
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16. Mohamed Anas Maaz

Designation Journalist Author Bio Journalist - An Airbus A320 pilot, Anas has over 4,000 hours of flying experience. He is excited to bring his operational and safety experience to Simple Flying as a member of the writing team. Based in The Maldives.
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17. Pranjal Pande

Designation Lead Journalist Author Bio Lead Journalist - India - Pranjal is an experienced journalist with a strong focus on Indian aviation. His background in political science and economics gives him unique insight into issues surrounding international travel and governmental regulations. Pranjal is enthusiastic about new aircraft types and has his stories regularly picked up by renowned publications including Forbes. Based in New Delhi, India.
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18. Riley Pickett

Designation Journalist Author Bio Journalist - Studying to become an airline pilot, Riley has a lifelong passion for aviation. He already has his private pilot certificate alongside an instrument rating. Based in The United States
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19. Benjamin Cooper

Designation Aviation Journalist Author Bio Benjamin joins the Simple Flying team with over two years of experience writing about the aviation industry and has completed a communications internship with a major French airport. Based in Paris, France
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20. Justin Surette

Designation Editor Author Bio With a background in Chinese language and marketing, Justin merged his passions for air travel and communication to become a writer and eventually editor for the Simple Flying team. He closely monitors industry changes on a global scale, with particular interest in the East Asian and North American markets.
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21. Jake Hardiman

Designation Contributor Author Bio Evergreen Manager - A graduate in German, Jake has a passion for aviation history, and enjoys sampling new carriers and aircraft even if doing so demands an unorthodox itinerary. A keen amateur photographer, he also recently reached the milestone of flying his 100th sector as a passenger. Based in Norwich, UK.
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22. Ian Macdonald

Designation Freelance Writer Author Bio A technical writer and veteran airline employee, Ian has hands on experience with such carriers as Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand and Delta / SkyWest. He lives in the city of Richmond, British Columbia.
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23. Iain Coutts

Designation Writer Author Bio Writer - Iain is an aviation consultant with many years of experience in airport planning and design. Iain has advised airport operators, investors and aviation regulators on all aspects of airport planning and has extensive experience of writing airport master plans. Based in Scotland
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24. Daniel Wong

Designation Writer Author Bio Writer - Interested in airline route networks and destinations and how aviation affects the global economy. Daniel joins the Simple Flying team having previously written for publications such as the BBC. Based in California, US
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25. Patricia Green

Designation Writer Author Bio Writer - Patricia joins Simple Flying with over 20 years of experience in aviation. She has served as cabin crew on flights from economy-class through to first-class and on private jets as well as being head of cabin crew and cabin safety focal point. Patricia has a master's level postgraduate diploma in Human Factors in Aviation and has written about aviation since 2010. Based in Dubai
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26. Henry Wood

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27. Nicole Kylie

Designation Writer Author Bio Writer - Nicole holds a bachelor's degree in aviation management and has worked in the CEO's office of a major flag carrier. She has written about healthcare, lifestyle, and travel but says that "aviation trumps all else". Based in Australia
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28. Anita Gallagher

Designation Writer Author Bio Writer - Anita is an experienced government relations professional with a proven track record in policy development, governmental affairs, and public relations. She is excited to add aviation to her writing portfolio. Based in Tacoma, US
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29. Gaurav Joshi

Designation Writer - India Lead Author Bio With a background in publishing and digital media, Gaurav likes to combine his love for aviation with his fondness for storytelling. He's a keen observer of ever-changing aviation trends around the world and particularly in India. Gaurav also keeps a close eye on the fleet development of all major carriers and their subsequent impact on regional and international routes. Based in New Delhi, India.
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30. Nabeel Shaikh

Designation Author Author Bio Journalist - A computer science major at UCLA, Nabeel joins the Simple Flying team with a passion for engineering and travel. He is particularly interested in the technical side of aviation. Based in California, United States
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31. Jonathan E. Hendry

Designation Author Author Bio Jonathan served as an International Air Cadet Exchange Ambassador to Canada and was stationed at RAF Lakenheath as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S Air Force. With a passion for discovering new destinations, he has visited over 70 countries, from Azerbaijan to Zimbabwe. Jonathan holds degrees in Nursing and European Studies. Based in North Carolina
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32. Arturo Weiss

Designation Author Author Bio Journalist - Arturo joins Simple Flying with a strong background in aviation and publishing. Having graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University held key roles at Airbus and the Experimental Aircraft Association. Before joining Simple Flying, Arturo was the Managing Editor of Executive Flyer, and also featured in AIN, AVweb, and Business & Commercial Aviation. Based in the United States
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33. Su Wu

Designation Author Author Bio With over a decade of work experience in civil aviation, Su Wu brings a background in engineering to Simple Flying. With an interest in aviation's history, progress, and achievements, he is dedicated to improving the understanding of China's aviation developments.
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34. Jack Bailey

Designation Author Author Bio Journalist - Jack spent four years of his young life traveling around the world, and has grown up flying long-haul. Studying in Southwest England, and is excited to further his knowledge of commercial aviation. Based in Southwest England
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35. Devansh Mehta

Designation Author Author Bio Journalist - An engineer in the making, Devansh has always had a knack for all things aviation. As an avid observer of the Indian aviation scene, he joins the Simple Flying team with nearly two years of experience as a writer.
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36. Matthew Austin Ryan

Designation Author Author Bio Matt's eyes have been turned to the sky for as long as he can remember. A former newspaper editor, Matt is a lifelong avgeek whose earliest memories include talking aviation with his grandfather, a retired US Air Force pilot. Matt has lived in Greece, Czechia, and Germany for studies and for work, and is currently based in the US, near Dallas.
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37. Bella Richards

Designation Author Author Bio Journalist - Bella joins the Simple Flying team with experience writing for Australian Aviation, Space Connect, AEROSPACE Magazine, and Orbital Today. Based in the United Kingdom
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38. Afema Ronnie

Designation Author Author Bio Aviation Consultant | Business Development | Aviation Sustainability Consultant MBA | Aviation Journalist | Pilot
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39. Tom Boon

Designation Content Manager Author Bio Holding a degree in Aerospace Technology, this certified pilot is a passionate specialist in European aviation. As Content Manager of Simple Flying, Tom leads the content team overseeing all aspects of Simple Flying's output. Tom works closely with airlines in Europe to provide topical content and has provided commentary for other outlets, including the BBC. Based in Frankfurt, Germany.
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40. Ryan Goodwin

Author Bio Ryan is an airline pilot for a U.S.-based regional airline and certified flight instructor and ground instructor. Beyond flying, he serves the aviation community as a board member of the Indianapolis Airport Authority and the Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame. He enjoys writing about travel, flying, airlines, and airports.
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41. Arran Rice

Designation Founder and CEO Author Bio Young Entrepreneur. Instagram.com/arranrice/
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42. Channing Reid

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43. Charlotte Seet

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44. Daniel Martínez Garbuno

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45. Giacomo Amati

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46. Henry Bewicke

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47. James Pearson

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48. Joanna Bailey

Designation Managing Editor Author Bio Self confessed #avgeek, #petrolhead and editor at Simple Flying. Tweets are my own hot mess, don't blame my employer. muckrack.com/joanna-bailey
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49. Joe Kunzler

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50. Jonathan Hendry

Designation Journalist Author Bio Air Force Veteran • Triplet • Journalist at @Simple_Flying • 74/196 Countries ????????????????????
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51. Lukas Souza

Designation United States Lead Journalist & Photographer Author Bio Trying to be like Jesus every day, failing and trying again | Non-rev life ✈️ | Brasilian ???????? | United States Lead Journalist & Photographer @simple_flying
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52. Luke Bodell

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53. Mark Finlay

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54. Matthew Ryan

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55. Michael Doran

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56. Omar Memon

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57. Steven Walker

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58. Sumit Singh

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59. Syd Sharma

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