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

Render of a Viva Aerobus A321neo in flight.
Airline

Viva Aerobus signs MOU for 90 Airbus A321neo aircraft

Mexican ultra-low-cost airline Viva Aerobus has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding…

Len Varley By Len Varley
A Lufthansa A320neo climbs out after takeoff.
Airline

Lufthansa invests in new technology to transmit real time flight trajectory information

From 2024, all new Lufthansa Group Airbus A320neo/A321neo aircraft will be delivered…

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A Lufthansa Cargo aircraft with a pallet secured with lightweight cargo net.
Analysis

Global air cargo demand remains weak through May

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for May showing…

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A Universal Hydrogen test aircraft in Mojave CA.
General Aviation

Universal Hydrogen selects Mojave Air & Space Port for flight testing

Zero-emission aviation developer Universal Hydrogen has announced its selection of the Mojave…

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Interior of new Airbus Wing Development Centre.
Manufacturer

Airbus opens new UK wing development centre

Aircraft manufacturer Airbus has further invested in its manufacturing and innovation capabilities…

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A Kenya Airways Boeing 787 approaches to land.
Airline

Pilots call for management change at Kenya Airways

The Kenya Airline Pilots Association (KALPA) has called for new management at…

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Auckland Airport Arrivals hall transformed for FIFA Women's World Cup
Airport

Auckland Airport readies for FIFA Women’s World Cup

With the highly anticipated FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ just around the…

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Evening view of Helsinki Airport
Airline

Japan Airlines celebrates 10 years at Helsinki Airport

On July 1, 2023, Helsinki Airport marked Japan Airlines' 10-year involvement with…

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Emergency

Volotea Airbus A320 from Marseille declares emergency

In the last few moments, a Volotea scheduled flight from Marseille to…

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Aerial view of Richmond International Airport VA.
Airport

Richmond International Airport named Most Efficient Airport in North America

Richmond International Airport (RIC), VA has recently received a prestigious accolade, having…

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An Emirates Boeing 777 approaches to land.
Airline

Emirates takes off for Montréal

Emirates has taken off to Montréal, marking the airline’s first passenger flight…

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Amsterdam Schiphol control tower.
Airport

Storm Poly causes flight cancellations and delays at Schiphol Airport

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is currently experiencing significant disruptions in flight operations due…

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A view over Hong Kong International Airport
Analysis

Hong Kong aviation recovery expected by end of 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revised its projections for the…

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Artists depiction of new London Stansted Airport terminal building development
Airport

London Stansted announces plans to extend terminal building

London Stansted Airport has announced its intention to submit a planning application…

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An Emirates A380 lands at Birmingham Airport.
Incident

Emirates A380 suffers flat tyre on landing at Birmingham

An Emirates Airbus A380 from Dubai has been met by emergency services…

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