Len Varley

Now the Assistant Editor with AviationSource, I have almost 40 years' experience in aviation, starting in Australian flight crew and training. I worked as CFI/Chief Pilot with 2 organisations and was also a CASA approved testing officer and aeronautics lecturer. This led to components procurement for civil operators and the RAAF, and then maintenance programming with a global airborne geo-survey operator.
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What is your favourite aeroplane?

The Cessna 402, a machine I grew to love doing single pilot charter ops into remote minesites.

What was your first Aviation interest?

As a kid, I was fascinated with the wartime stories of Douglas Bader and Guy Gibson and decided I wanted to become a pilot.

What is your favourite aspect of Aviation?

Aviation has been a lifestyle and a lifelong love affair for me, and I’ve now had the opportunity to experience many aspects of it. Almost 4 decades later, I still love it!

Recent articles from Len Varley

A Norse Atlantic flight taxis to the runway.
Airline

Norse Atlantic Airways continues strong performance through October

Norse Atlantic Airways continued strong year-on-year performance in October, achieving a 100%…

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A Singapore Airlines B777 departs Sydney Airport.
Airline

Singapore Airlines to add fifth daily service from Sydney

In a boost for Australian travellers, Singapore Airlines will be offering a…

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The Archer Aviation Midnight eVTOL aircraft in flight.
General Aviation

Archer Aviation and BETA Technologies collaborate on eVTOL charging system

Archer Aviation Inc. [NYSE: ACHR] and BETA Technologies have teamed to accelerate…

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A Cargojet converted freighter lines up on the runway.
Airline

Cargojet releases third quarter performance results

Cargojet has reported its Q3 2023 performance, showing a decrease in year-on-year…

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An AirAsia X aircraft at Kuala Lumpur Airport
Airline

AirAsia X resumes Gold Coast-Auckland route amid strong demand

Medium-haul airline AirAsia X, will resume its Gold Coast - Auckland route…

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An AeroMexico Boeing 787 on the taxiway.
Airline

Aeromexico adopts AI-driven IBM technology for flight operations

Mexican carrier Aeromexico will use the IBM Environmental Intelligence Suite to perform…

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Render of a Skydrive eVTOL aircraft on a helipad.
General Aviation

Japan’s SkyDrive teams with KEPCO on eVTOL charging facilities

eVTOL aircraft manufacturer SkyDrive has partnered with Kansai Electric Power Company to…

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The tails of five parked Sun Country Airlines aircraft.
Airline

Sun Country maintains revenue growth in Q3 2023

Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc. [NASDAQ: SNCY] has reported its financial results…

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NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen speaks at Bombardier air safety event.
General Aviation

Bolen Tells Bombardier Safety Standdown: ‘We Must Remain Vigilant on Safety’

NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen has emphasized the importance of safety…

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A US Army special mission Beechcraft King Air 360 in flight over sea.
Military

Textron awarded US Army contract to supply range of turboprops

Textron Aviation has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army for…

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An AVEM AERO ATR72-500(F) freighter aircraft parked.
General Aviation

Estonia’s AVEM AERO operates first ATR freighter

Estonia-based urgent air cargo charter operator AVEM AERO has commenced operations with…

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A Finnair Airbus A350 climbs after takeoff.
Airline

October sees increased traffic and solid load factor for Finnair

October has been a strong month for Finnish flag carrier Finnair, with…

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Remder of an AURA AERO ERA electric regional aircraft.
General Aviation

Republic Airways to be advisor on AURA AERO electric regional program

North American carrier Republic Airways is to become a strategic advisor for…

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An ITA Airways Airbus A220 on the taxiway.
Airline

ITA Airways to launch thrice-daily service from London City to Milan

Responding to strong demand, ITA Airways will operate a thrice-daily service from…

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Design drawing of Boeing 2707 SST supersonic aircraft.
History

Boeing 2707 SST: The supersonic aircraft that never was

The Boeing 2707 SST was a US supersonic passenger airliner project during…

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