We Are Simple Flying
The leading independent voice for aviation news and insight.
Launched in June 2018. Our goal is to provide a one-stop hub for all the key stories on commercial aviation, sharing the news in a simple, accessible way. We cover all regions, and all aspects of commercial aviation. We’re digital first, and all of our content is free to read and access.
Meet the crew:
Our fully remote team is located across 14 countries.
Arran has been at the forefront of digital publishing for over a decade. He started his first online publication at the age of 11 and his media properties have collectively achieved over 1.8 billion page views. The ambitious entrepreneur has been featured in Virgin, Huffington Post, The Times and more, and the combination of his extensive travels and deep understanding of digital media has combined perfectly to produce the Simple Flying magic. He launched Simple Flying to disrupt the commercial aviation news industry. Based between Portugal & the UK.
Joanna has worked in publishing for more than a decade and is fast becoming a go-to source for commercial aviation analysis. Providing commentary for outlets including the BBC, CNBC, and others, she works closely with IATA, AviaDev and various airlines and suppliers to get the inside track on the global marketplace. Based in Cornwall, UK.
Sumit comes to Simple Flying with more than eight years’ experience as a professional journalist. Having written for The Independent, Evening Standard, and others, his role here allows him to explore his enthusiasm for aviation and travel. Having built strong relationships with Qatar Airways, United Airlines, Aeroflot, and more, Sumit excels in both aviation history and market analysis. Based in London, UK.
Degree educated in Aerospace Technology, this certified pilot is a passionate specialist in European aviation. Working closely with British Airways, Lufthansa and others, Tom provides commentary on topical issues for outlets including the BBC. Based in Frankfurt, Germany.
Journalist – 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.
James lives and breathes route development. Educated in Air Transport Management at Loughborough and Cranfield, James was Market Opportunity Analyst at London Luton Airport and Chief Analyst at anna.aero. Now writing data-driven analysis for Simple Flying, James is also available for consulting globally; contact him here. Based near London, UK.
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. Based in Vancouver, Canada.
A Masters level education and appetite for travel combines to make Andrew an incredible aviation brain with decades of insight behind him. Working closely with airlines including Qantas and Virgin Australia, Andrew’s first-hand knowledge of the challenges and opportunities facing Australian airlines adds exciting depth and color to his work and sees him providing commentary to ABC News and more. Based in Melbourne, Australia.
A background in economics and education gives Jakov the ability to translate complex subjects into easily digestible formats. Published in sources including Economics Today and Ex-Yu Aviation News, Jakov is regularly cited in leading publications including CAPA, TTG Italia, AIRportal.hu and a variety of regional publications, and even at Prime Minister’s Question in Croatian Parliament. His extensive knowledge of the Balkans and close relationship with the industry there brings inimitable vision to our coverage in the region. Based in London, UK.
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.
Daniel comes to Simple Flying with many years of aviation journalism experience, having worked with Mexican publication A21, Aerotime, El Economista and more. His degree in journalism allows him to form beautifully crafted and insightful pieces. His specialist knowledge of Latin American airlines and close relationship with the likes of Aeromexico, Avianca, Volaris brings depth to our coverage in the region. Based in Mexico City, Mexico.
Emily has had a passion for writing since she was in her teens, graduating with a bachelors in English Literature before going on to specialize in travel journalism. Her appetite to investigate the future of aviation and close relationship with suppliers such as Boeing makes her a powerful asset to the Simple Flying Team. Based in Montpellier, France.
With a Masters in International Relations, Linnea has combined her love for current affairs with her passion for travel to become a key member of the Simple Flying team. With eight years’ experience in publishing and citations in publications such as CNN, Linnea brings a deep understanding of politics and future aviation tech to her stories. Based in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
With almost a decade of experience in the publishing sphere, Justin has built up a deep understanding of the issues facing aviation today. With a keen interest in route development, new aircraft and loyalty, his extensive travels with airlines such as British Airways and Cathay Pacific has given him profound direct comprehension of industry matters. Based in Hong Kong and Darlington, UK.
Mark is an experienced travel journalist having published work in the industry for more than seven years. His enthusiasm for aviation news and wealth of experience lends itself to some excellent insight, with his work cited in Forbes amongst other publications. Based in Alicante, Spain.
With a background in publishing and digital media, I like to combine my love for aviation with my passion for storytelling and reporting. I’m a keen observer of ever-changing aviation trends around the world and particularly in India. I also keep a close eye on fleet development of all major carriers and their subsequent impact on regional and international routes. Based in New Delhi, India.
With 10 years of experience as a travel writer and aviation analyst, Luke has worked with industry-leaders including Skyscanner, KLM and HotelsCombined throughout his career. As a passionate traveler based across the Middle East and East Asia, Luke offers strong insights into the travel and aviation industry. Based in the United Kingdom.
Vincenzo is a noted Professional Aviation/Aerial Photojournalist. Based in New York City, Vincenzo is a lifelong aviation enthusiast and has developed a respected following in the aviation community via his JFKJetsOfficial social media channels and website. He holds a degree in Political Science and holds a career management position in the NYC Construction-Development Industry. Vincenzo’s photography has been published in various print and online publications and is a member of the National Press Photographers Association and The American Society of Media Photographers.
Paul is one of the world’s most popular and most loved trip reporters on YouTube. He travels the world non-stop, reviewing airlines in all classes! His videos have been viewed over 40 million times. Based in the United Kingdom.
Ben Dwork - Video Producer
Ben has worked in television and digital media for over a decade, having produced stories and series for CNN International, ABC News, BBC Worldwide, CGTN, and M Net (South Africa). He produces for Long Haul by Simple Flying, and is currently based in Johannesburg, South Africa.