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Jake Hardiman

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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.
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A Look At Philippine Airlines’ Airbus-Dominated Fleet

  • byJake Hardiman
  • January 1, 2022
Philippine Airlines holds the title of being the oldest Asian carrier to still be operating under its original…
Ravn Alaska Dash 8-300
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Ready To Expand? A Look At The Ravn Alaska Fleet

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 31, 2021
Regional carrier Ravn Alaska can trace its history back to the late 1940s, when it came into existence…
Aeroamerica Boeing 720
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What Happened To US-German Carrier Aeroamerica?

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 31, 2021
The history of US aviation has seen numerous airlines come and go over the years. One fairly short-lived…
McDonnell Douglas Blended Wing Body
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The McDonnell Douglas Blended Wing Concept

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 31, 2021
Blended wing aircraft are often discussed when it comes to considering the future of commercial aviation. These radical…
Jet2 Boeing 757
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Yorkshire’s Airline: The Jet2 Fleet In 2021

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 30, 2021
Based at Leeds Bradford Airport, Jet2 operates an all-narrowbody fleet consisting of nearly 100 jet aircraft. While Boeing…
Hawaiian A330
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Serving The Island Paradise: Hawaiian Airlines’ Fleet In 2021

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 30, 2021
While Hawaiian Airlines only operates three different aircraft types, its fleet boasts considerable diversity. The Honolulu-based airline serves…
GOL Boeing 737 MAX
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A Brazilian All-737 Operator – The GOL Fleet In 2021

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 29, 2021
2021 marked two decades since Brazilian low-cost carrier Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes commenced operations. In the 20 years…
Juneyao Air Boeing 787
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15 Years In: The Juneyao Air Fleet In 2021

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 29, 2021
In a country with as many airlines as China, it can be hard for individual carriers to stand…
JetBlue Airways Airbus A220-300 N3008J
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New York’s Hybrid Carrier: JetBlue’s Fleet In 2021

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 28, 2021
2021 saw JetBlue enter the transatlantic market with its services from the US East Coast to London. This…
Glasgow Airport
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What Are The Differences Between Glasgow’s Two Airports?

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 28, 2021
Readers familiar with the world of air travel in Scotland will likely be aware that the country’s most…
Savannah Airport
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Savannah Airport: The Runway That Contains Gravestones

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 27, 2021
In terms of airports, the US state of Georgia is perhaps best known for the presence of Hartsfield–Jackson…
Slovak Airlines Tupolev Tu-154
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What Happened To Former Slovakian Flag Carrier Slovak Airlines?

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 26, 2021
While most countries have a flag carrier airline of some kind, Slovakia cannot be categorized in this way.…
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Sunday Reads: Our Most Notable Stories This Week

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 26, 2021
Welcome to our final ‘Sunday Reads’ weekly digest of the year! We hope you’ve had a nice holiday…
East Midlands Cargo Tails
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Why Is East Midlands Airport Such A Significant Cargo Hub?

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 26, 2021
When it comes to passenger traffic, East Midlands was the UK’s 14th busiest airport before coronavirus hit. It…
Boeing 737 MAX, Alaska Airlines, ecoDemonstrator
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In Photos: A Look At Alaska Airlines’ Special Liveries

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 25, 2021
While Alaska Airlines flies a fairly uniform fleet of Airbus and Boeing narrowbodies, it has incredible diversity when…
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How Do Aircraft Heads-Up Displays Work?

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 24, 2021
The cockpits of modern commercial aircraft are technical marvels, full of technological aspects that assist pilots in their…
Airbus, A321XLR, Final Assembly
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How Airbus Builds The A321XLR In Hamburg

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 24, 2021
There has been considerable excitement surrounding the Airbus A321XLR in recent years. Seen by many as a cornerstone…
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The Aircraft With The Widest Wing Spans

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 23, 2021
There is something special about large aircraft that captures the imagination of both avgeeks and the public. Not…
D-ABYT Lufthansa 747-8
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Why Don’t Boeing 747s Board On The Upper Deck?

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 23, 2021
The Boeing 747 will surely go down in history as one of the most iconic airliner families of…
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Kenya Won’t Nationalize Its Airline After All

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 23, 2021
After a multi-year saga that has swung back and forth, it appears that Kenya Airways won’t be the…
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The C919’s Bizarre Whale Like Fuselage Test Simulator

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 23, 2021
It can take years for an aircraft to enter service, owing to the extensive testing required along the…
Lübeck Airport
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How Have Lübeck Airport’s Commercial Flights Changed Over Time?

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 23, 2021
Lübeck is the second-largest city in the north-German federal state of Schleswig-Holstein. The Hanseatic city on the Baltic…
Korean Air (SuperM Livery) Boeing 777-3B5(ER) HL8010
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150+ Sky Blue Jets: The Korean Air Fleet In 2021

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 22, 2021
* Article amended 09:08 UTC 23/12/2021 with updated figures from Korean Air * Korean Air is the flag…
SAS Boeing 737-600
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How Omicron’s Rapid Spread Could Impact Airline Operations

  • byJake Hardiman
  • December 22, 2021
The rapid spread of the Omicron variant of coronavirus is causing concerns at a busy time of year.…
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