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Luke Peters
468 articles
Journalist
Luke has been an aviation journalist since 2021. Having previously worked for several airlines as well as for Airbus, Luke developed a comprehensive knowledge of the commercial aviation industry and airline operations. He subsequently re-trained as a lawyer specializing in aviation law and aircraft finance. A qualified pilot himself, Luke spends his spare time as part of a team keeping one of the world's last remaining Catalina flying boats airworthy. Based in Cambridge, UK.
Luke has been an aviation journalist since 2021. Having previously worked for several airlines as well as for Airbus, Luke developed a comprehensive knowledge of the commercial aviation industry and airline operations. He subsequently re-trained as a lawyer specializing in aviation law and aircraft finance. A qualified pilot himself, Luke spends his spare time as part of a team keeping one of the world's last remaining Catalina flying boats airworthy. Based in Cambridge, UK.
30 years ago: How a jet flown by King Charles overran a Scottish runway in 1994
On this day 30 years ago, a British Aerospace 146-100 four-engine jet operated by the Royal Air Force…
Airbus ACJ private jet worth $110m bypasses EU sanctions and ends up in Russia
Serious questions are being asked after an Airbus ACJ320neo private jet worth over $110m has been spotted in…
Japan Airlines staff raise safety concerns following several incidents
Pilots and ground handling staff employed by Japan Airlines (JAL) have voiced concerns over training shortfalls and difficulties…
FedEx Express to retire 22 Boeing 757 freighters as downturn continues to bite
FedEx Express has announced that it has permanently retired another 22 of its Boeing 757-200 freighters as the…
Privatization of Pakistan International Airlines due in August 2024 – sources
The long-awaited privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is expected to take place in early August 2024, according…
Etihad Cargo expands European freighter network with launch of Madrid flights
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways, has announced it will be expanding…
Airbus cuts delivery target for 2024 as supply chain issues continue to bite
European-based planemaker Airbus has warned that it will not reach its intended target of 800 commercial aircraft deliveries…
Qatar Airways wins big at 2024 Skytrax awards, Delta takes four awards
The results of the Skytrax airline awards for 2024 have been announced and for the eighth time in…
British Airways A320 has lucky escape as fire engulfs ground vehicle: video
A British Airways Airbus A320 had a lucky escape after a set of mobile steps adjacent to the…
Qantas to make major investment in future regional turboprop fleet
Australian carrier Qantas has announced a major investment in its regional operations as it consolidates its fleet around…
Awesome at 80: Europe’s last Catalina flying boat remains air show favorite
Flying boats are a rare breed of aircraft these days. Yet while their popularity as versatile flying machines…
Cathay Pacific continues revival with positive traffic figures for May 2024
Cathay Pacific has released its traffic figures for May 2024 which show the Hong-Kong-based carrier is continuing along…
Grounded carrier Air Vanuatu eyes potential investors to fund revival
The liquidators acting on behalf of grounded South Pacific carrier Air Vanuatu have announced that several entities have…
Embraer engaged in talks for possible E2 jet deals with both LATAM and Gol
Embraer has announced that is currently engaging in talks to sell its increasingly popular E2 regional jet to…
IndiGo Airlines flight from Chennai to Mumbai receives bomb threat, lands safely
An IndiGo Airlines domestic flight from Chennai to Mumbai landed safely after an anonymous telephone call to the…
KLM Boeing 787 returns to Tokyo after windshield cracks after take-off
A KLM Boeing 787 Dreamliner was forced to return to Tokyo after cracks appeared in the captain’s windshield.…
First cohort of students graduates from Emirates’ commercial leadership program
Emirates, along with its academic partner, the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) held a graduation ceremony at the…
Two dead after vintage Lockheed Electra plane crashes at Californian air show
A World War Two vintage aircraft crashed during a Father’s Day air display being held in California, killing…