
Luke Peters
69 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.
Etihad signs codeshare deal with TAP Air Portugal
Etihad Airways has agreed to enter a strategic codeshare alliance with TAP Air Portugal. The deal aims to…
2023-12-06
Lufthansa Group joins Airbus’ carbon-removal initiative
The Lufthansa Group has signed a contract with Airbus for the pre-purchase of verified and durable carbon-removal credits…
2023-12-06
Ryanair to start flights from Norwich Airport in 2024 for the first time
According to airline sources, Ryanair is to start flying from Norwich International Airport (NWI) during the summer of…
2023-12-05
Dassault’s new Falcon 6X long-range business jet enters service
Dassault Aviation has announced that its new Falcon 6X business jet has officially entered service, with the type’s…
2023-12-05
LATAM introduces direct flights from Lima to London using the Boeing 787
LATAM Airlines has introduced direct flights between the Peruvian capital of Lima (LIM) and London-Heathrow (LHR). The new…
2023-12-05
Christmas at Qantas means themed aircraft and earlier onboard bars
As preparations for the festive holiday season get underway worldwide, Australian airline Qantas is fully getting into the…
2023-12-05
China Southern freighter repatriates two pandas from the UK back to China
China Southern Cargo was tasked with flying a particularly precious cargo from the UK to Chengdu. One of…
2023-12-05
Ireland’s Dublin and Cork airports heading for bumper 2023
The operator of both Dublin and Cork airports in the Republic of Ireland has announced that traffic through…
2023-12-04
UPS to construct a new hub facility at Hong Kong International Airport
United Parcel Service (UPS) has reached an agreement with Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) to develop a new…
2023-12-04
British Airways improves accessibility for hard-of-hearing passengers
British Airways has announced that it plans to make a raft of changes to improve its accessibility for…
2023-12-04
Riyadh Air signs major cooperation agreement with Turkish Airlines
Middle Eastern newcomer Riyadh Air has announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Turkish…
2023-12-04
Alaska Airlines buys Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 billion
Alaska Airlines has announced that it will acquire Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 billion. The deal, which includes Alaska…
2023-12-04
airBaltic launches new winter base in Gran Canaria with two Airbus A220s
Latvian-based airline airBaltic has launched its new base in Gran Canaria (LPA) in the Canary Islands. Using a…
2023-12-01
Ryanair becomes the latest airline to discover dubious CFM engine parts
The Ryanair Group has announced that it has found unauthorized parts in two of its aircraft engines. The…
2023-12-01
Air New Zealand releases video promoting stress-free Christmas travel
With the arrival of Christmas month, Air New Zealand has launched a special video to ensure that anyone…
2023-12-01
United Airlines to spend $2.6bn and create jobs as it expands Houston hub
United Airlines has announced massive expansion plans for its hub at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). The…
2023-12-01
Complaints filed over Virgin Atlantic and British Airways sustainability claims
In the week that saw the world’s first transatlantic flight by a commercial airliner using 100% sustainable aviation…
2023-11-30
Maersk Air Cargo to trial China freight services from Bournemouth Airport
Bournemouth Airport (BOH), a regional airport on the south coast of England, might not be where one would…
2023-11-29