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Tom Boon-Content Manager

Tom Boon

Content Manager

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About Tom Boon

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 around the world to provide topical content and has provided commentary for other outlets, including the BBC. Based in Frankfurt, Germany.

Latest Articles

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Security Worker Strike Will Cause German Flight Chaos On Thursday

Over 1,000 flights are scheduled to depart from affected airports.

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The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 202: GOL Bankruptcy, Qantas' New Safety Video

Join Tom and Jake for the latest from the world of aviation.

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Austrian, Lufthansa, & SWISS Will Equip All Airbus A220s & A320s With In-Flight WiFi

These aircraft will also offer free in-flight messaging to registered passengers.

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The World's Coolest McDonald's Is A DC-3 Airplane In New Zealand

You can eat your Big Mac inside the specially liveried aircraft.

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DWC Move Inevitable Despite Spare Capacity At Dubai International Airport

Dubai International Airport could only handle 25-30 million more passengers.

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Flight Review: Air New Zealand's Domestic Airbus A320 Koru Hour Service

The airline served premium drinks and a snack on what was a short domestic hop.

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German Airports Warn Of Major Disruption Due To Freezing Weather

The German weather service has issued its highest severity warning for the Frankfurt area.

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How The Boeing 787 Got The Name 'Dreamliner'

What process did Boeing follow to choose the name, and what were the alternatives?

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1160 Active Aircraft: Which Airlines Fly The Most Boeing 737 MAX?

There are 74 operators of the Boeing 737 MAX worldwide.

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Flight Review: Dubai To Salzburg In flydubai's Boeing 737 MAX 8 Business Class Cabin

flydubai's Boeing 737 MAX 8 business class offering is a pleasure to fly on.

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The 3 Major Airline Alliances: Star Alliance, oneworld and SkyTeam - Why Are They Good?

The three groups are heavily influential across the commercial aviation spectrum.

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What Happens When A Plane Is Hit By Lightning?

When lightning does strike an aircraft, it is often not a cause for concern.

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Which Airlines Fly The Boeing 787-10?

A total of 88 Dreamliner -10s are currently active.

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The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 196: At The 2023 Dubai Airshow

Join Jo and Tom for the latest from the world of aviation.

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Rare Jumbos: Which Airlines Still Have Passenger Boeing 747s?

With the Queen of the Skies becoming increasingly rare, which airlines still operate the Boeing 747?

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Dubai World Central Will Become A Mega-Hub For Emirates Maintenance

The airline will spend $950 million on a 1 million square meter facility.

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Dubai Airshow 2023: Flying Display Schedule

See which aircraft are flying at the Dubai Airshow each day.

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Rolls-Royce Completes 100% SAF Test Program & Full Power UltraFan Run

The news was revealed as part of the 2023 Dubai Airshow.

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Emirates Doubles Singapore Airbus A380 Schedule Next Summer

The change will boost the monthly capacity by around 5,000 seats in each direction!

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