Michael Doran
Contributing since March, 2022
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About Michael Doran
Journalist - A professional aviation journalist writing across the industry spectrum. Michael uses his MBA and corporate business experience to go behind the obvious in search of the real story. A strong network of senior aviation contacts mixed with a boyhood passion for airplanes helps him share engaging content with fellow devotees. Based in Melbourne, Australia.
Latest Articles
flynas Airbus A320neos Cut Monthly CO2 Emissions By 7,200 Tons
Saudi low-cost carrier flynas has cut more than 161,000 tons of CO2 in the last 18 months by following a three-track sustainability program.
Aussie Airfares Halved When Three Airlines Fly Same Route
New Australian research highlights how airline competition on the same route significantly reduces airfares.
Lessor Says Boeing One Snag Away From 737 Shutdown
The reputational damage from Boeing's latest 737 MAX incident will not go away any time soon, as this major customer points out.
Vertical Aerospace Founder Adds $50 Million To Keep The Dream Alive
In an extraordinary sign of his commitment, Vertical founder and CEO Stephen Fitzpatrick has committed $50 million to the VX4 project.
Aussie Regional Skytrans Headed For Euro Owners
A small Australian airline has caught the eye of Europe's Avia Solutions Group and is now being acquired by its suitor.
Vietjet Launches Airbus A320 Routes And Scoops International Awards
2024 has started with a rush at Vietjet with new domestic and international routes, wet leasing aircraft and winning two International Finance Awards.
AirAsia X Adds 10 Airbus A330s To Boost 2024 Capacity And Add Routes
AirAsia X and its associate AirAsia X Thailand finished 2023 strongly and with their fleets largely complete are set for a solid 2024.
Lessor Avolon Says New Aircraft Shortage Will Take Years To Overcome
OEMs are struggling to keep up their monthly production so how will the industry recover the 3,400 aircraft that were never built?
Yet Another PIA Crew Member Goes Missing After Arriving In Canada
Pakistan International Airlines flight attendants are increasingly abandoning their posts in Canada although PIA is doing what it can to deter them.
AirAsia Hits 77% Recovery And Rebuild Its Airbus A320 Operational Fleet
AirAsia Aviation Group is moving into 2024 in a strong position with the fleet almost rebuilt and passenger load factors close to 90%.
Atlas Air Boeing 747-8F Engine Pod Strikes Runway In Anchorage
A second incident within a week has resulted in an Atlas Air Boeing 747-8F sitting on the ground after its engine pod hit the runway while landing.
Cathay Pacific Passes 20 Million Passengers In 2023
Having endured more challenges than most, Cathay Pacific is now focused on rebuilding its network as it optimistically heads towards 2024.
Singapore Changi Airport Nears 60 Million Passengers In 2023
Singapore Changi Airport has closed out 2023 on a high and should reach 100% post-pandemic recovery early in 2024.
FAA Will Not Allow Boeing To Expand 737 MAX Production In Renton
The FAA has used unusually frank and clear directions to Boeing about how things will happen from here on, and the planemaker has a long road ahead.
Hong Kong Airport Passes 50% Recovery But Long Way To Go
Hong Kong International finished 2023 strongly and is now expecting to reach full post-COVID recovery by the end of 2024.
Basic Economy Tickets Revenue Increased 20% At United Airlines In Q4 2023
United Airlines carried 165 million passengers in 2023 at a load factor of 86.4%, the most passengers ever in a year.
Rex's Boeing 737s And Saab 340s Retain Australia's Most Reliable Airline Crown
Australia's domestic airlines are collectively letting the traveling public down with on-time performance significantly behind long-term averages.
Sydney Airport Ends 2023 On High With 91% Recovery
Sydney Airport has ended 2023 on a high note and all the signs point to a successful 2024.
Emirates Doubles A380 Premium Economy Services To Melbourne
Australians have fallen in love with the Emirates A380 premium economy cabin and the airline is adding more seats to Melbourne as demand surges.
Delta Air Lines To Retire Its Boeing 767-300ER Aircraft By 2030
There's still plenty of time to catch a ride on a Delta Air Lines 767, but the Airbus A350 is creeping up behind the aging stalwart.