James Pearson-Journalist

James Pearson

Journalist

February, 2021
BSc Air Transport Management, MSc Air Transport Management, PhD Airline Strategy and Economics
Routes, airlines
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About James Pearson

James lives and breathes route development. Educated in Air Transport Management at Loughborough University and Cranfield University, James has a PhD in Airline Strategy and Economics. James was Market Opportunity Analyst at London Luton Airport and Chief Analyst at anna.aero. He taught airline strategy and economics to undergraduate and postgraduate students for five years and has worked closely with multiple carriers on route and market intelligence projects. He is based near London, UK.

What is your favourite aircraft and why?

That’s a very tricky question. I have flown more than 50 types and variants – including the DC-3, II-96, Tu-154, and Let L-410 – and have always enjoyed going out of my way to seek them out. I especially love commercial props and pistons – the noisier, the better. My favourite modern jet is probably the A350.

Why do you love aviation?

I have been obsessed with aviation for more than 30 years. My Dad got me into it. We would often go to the airport together – and once aviation gets into your blood, it stays there! 

What is your industry focus?

I look at what is happening with routes anywhere globally. I love it. I can spend hours exploring developments, seeing what is changing and why, and examining new opportunities. 
 
 

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Air Canada Abruptly Suspends 15-Hour Nonstop Route: See Affected Flights Now

The carrier has confirmed that this resumption date has been pushed back to next year. Find out more here!

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18-Hour Flights: Qantas' 11 New Ultra-Long Nonstop Flights Revealed [Full List]

When August's schedule is examined, there's a new longest nonstop offering. Find out more here!

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Qantas Delays 1st Airbus A321XLR International Flight To 2027: Full Update Now

The type will now continue to operate four domestic routes. See what's happening here!

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American Airlines Launches 15 New Nonstop Routes: See Full List Now

With multiple domestic and international routes coming, most of the carrier's hubs are involved. Find out more here!

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Only 80 Miles: Qatar Airways Launches World's Shortest Airbus A350 Flights

It is the world's new shortest bookable A350 operation. But there's a twist. Find out more here!

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Breeze Airways Cancels 18 Routes From Its 5 Busiest Airports: See Where Now

They all ended between 2022 and 2026. Find them here!

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Southwest Airlines Launches 11 Massive New Routes [Full List]

All except one are domestic. Find out what's happening here!

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Air India Launches New 17-Hour Ultra-Long Nonstop Route To North America [Map]

It will replace partner Air Canada on this very long link. Find out more here!

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British Airways Slashes 28% Of Airbus A380 Flights: See All Affected Routes

BA will only fly the type on four routes in the upcoming winter, but that's not surprising. Find out more here!

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Qantas Has Axed 9 Long-Haul Destinations: See The Full List

In the past 20 years, the carrier has stopped flying to all these places. Find out more here!

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Breeze Airways Abruptly Cancels 2nd Longest International Route: Here's Why

The carrier only started this route earlier this year, but it won't be coming back. See more here!

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American Airlines Launches 4 New Nonstop International Routes: See Full List Now

They are from four hubs around the country, and contribute to nearly 400 international departures this coming winter. See more here!

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Southwest Airlines Launches These 4 New Nonstop Routes This Week [List & Map]

The carrier will begin these links on August 4 and 8, with some highly intriguing additions. See them all here!

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IndiGo Unexpectedly Unveils New 11-Hour Nonstop Airbus A321XLR Flights [Map]

It will become the world's longest scheduled XLR operation... but there's a twist!

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93%+ Full: Southwest's 11 Busiest Routes With Seats Nearly Sold Out [Map & List]

They are all across the US, with some intriguing entries. Find them all here!

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Breeze Airways Launches 16 Massive New Routes From Florida: See All Flights Now

They involve nearly half of the carrier's served airports in the Sunshine State. Find out more here!

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British Airways Abruptly Axes Airbus A380 Flights On This Major Route [Map]

The carrier will no longer fly the double-decker to this very popular destination this winter. Find out more here!

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Southwest Cancels 17 Routes From Its 5 Busiest Airports: See Where Now

Some of the cuts were very intriguing. Find out more here!

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Major Expansion: Condor Unveils 1st-Ever Flights To USA's Busiest Airport [Map]

The carrier now plans flights to 12 US and Canadian airports, with record flights. See more here!

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British Airways Launches 7 Massive New Routes From Heathrow: See All Flights Now

Another route for 2026 just joined the list. See them all here!

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