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
Korean Air CEO Walter Cho is planning to place a major widebody aircraft order, and it is also considering additional freighter orders.
Airlines & Lessors

By Adrian Schofield
The administrators of bankrupt Oceania carrier Air Vanuatu are seeking new investors for the airline, and they are also hoping to restart some flights soon.
Airlines & Lessors

By Adrian Schofield
Japan’s transport ministry has told Japan Airlines to review its safety practices after a series of high-profile incidents involving the carrier.
Safety, Ops & Regulation