Mark Finlay
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About Mark Finlay
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.
Why do you love aviation?
I first flew as a young child and was a BOAC Junior Jet Club member. As a teenager, I joined the Air Training Corps, where I learned to fly gliders and trained in de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunks. Later in life, I got a job with an affiliate of US Airways and got to fly all over the world non-revenue on UA Airways and its partner airlines.
What is your favourite aircraft and why?
My favorite aircraft has always been the STOL de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter, which can access remote and challenging locations.
What is your industry focus?
While I am not focused on any particular aviation industry sector, I am becoming more interested in private jets and European low-cost airlines.
Latest
Which US Airports Are The Most Expensive To Fly Out Of?
In the USA, regional airports with no competition and no low-cost carriers tend to be the most expensive to fly from.
What Is The Primary Mission Of Naval Air Station Whiting Field In Florida?
Naval Air Station Whiting Field is the world's busiest Naval aviation school.
Why The US Air Force Is Bringing B-1 Bombers Out Of The Boneyard At Davis-Monthan AFB
The USAF Rockwell B-1 bomber will be replaced by the Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider.
National Airlines Flight 27: 5 Facts About The McDonnell Douglas DC-10's First Fatal Accident
George Fletcher Gardner Jr became the first DC-10 fatality after getting sucked out of a window over New Mexico.
Below Expectations: A Closer Look At The Declassified Pentagon F-35 Study
The Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II has unresolved problems that need fixing.
How Does Finnair Serve Its Role As The Official Airline Of Santa Claus?
The airline has increased its flights between Helsinki and Rovaniemi in Lapland.
Expensive & Avoidable: 7 Things To Know About Damage From Ground Incidents
Most are caused by human error or lack of training.
Christmas In New York: The 7 Airlines Flying To The Big Apple From London This December
Which carrier offers the most seats?
What Is The US Air Force Academy Acceptance Rate?
Eleven thousand five hundred people apply each year to attend the US Air Force Academy, but only 1,400 are successful.
Which Hawaiian Routes Does Alaska Airlines Serve More Than Daily?
On most of its flights between the United States mainland and Hawaii, the airline uses a Boeing 737 MAX 9.
What Does It Take To Become A Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt) In The US Air Force?
A Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt) is the highest NCO rank in the United States Air Force (USAF).
Why The USAF Chief Thinks The Air Force Needs "More Air Force"
The USAF wants Congress to approve a $217.5 billion budget for 2025.
Why Did Boeing Build The 747-8?
Despite relative success as a cargo aircraft, the Boeing 747-8 has proved comparatively unpopular for passenger operations.
How Are Large & Exotic Animals Transported By Air?
There are several factors to be considered when it comes to safe and successful transportation.
Examined: The 5 American Airlines Routes With 100+ Airbus A321neo Rotations Next Month
The legacy carrier has 81 examples in its fleet, making an average age of 3.9 years.
How Much Do Canceled Flights Cost Airlines?
Sometimes, airlines have no choice but to cancel a flight, despite the downsides.
A Brief Guide To The Boeing 727's Different Variants
During its 22-year production, Boeing built 1,832 units of the 727.
Which Aircraft Does Cathay Pacific Currently Use On Its US Routes?
On its routes between Hong Kong and the US, the airline operates two aircraft types: The Boeing 777 and the Airbus A350.
Top 6: These Are Air France's Leading US Routes With The Airbus A350 By Available Seat Miles
The airline has a fleet of 35 Airbus A350-900s, which it uses on routes from Paris to the US.
Why Did Boeing Stop Making The 717?
A closer look at what caused Boeing to cease production of the 717 in 2006.