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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22-Hour Flights: United Airlines' 13 New Longest Boeing 787 Routes [Full List]

They are from five hubs across the country. Find out the longest links here!

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Air Canada Doubles Airbus A321XLR Flights On This New 8-Hour Nonstop Route [Map]

In three months, Canada's largest airline will launch a brand-new route... with flights increasing already. See more here!

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British Airways Launches 1st-Ever Flights From Heathrow To This Destination [Map]

The announcement means that BA will fly to six destinations in Spain from Heathrow. See more here!

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Breeze Airways Cancels Flights To These 6 Airports [Full List]

All six airports were removed between 2022 and 2026. Find out more here!

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American Airlines Launches 2 New International Routes From This Major Hub Next Week

The carrier will now have a record number of routes from New York to Canada, but things are not quite as they seem. Find out more here!

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Only 28% Full: Delta Air Lines' 11 Shockingly Empty Routes Revealed [Full List]

They involve multiple hubs across the country. See all the routes here!

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Southwest Airlines Launches 6-Hour Flights On This New Route Next Week [Map]

Until last year, this route had not had nonstop flights for 21 years. Things are very different now!

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Singapore Airlines Confirms Airbus A380 Flights On This Major New Route [Map]

Will the carrier finally launch regular superjumbo service to this destination? Time will tell!

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American Airlines Cuts 15 Transatlantic Destinations: See All Major Flight Changes Now

You might have forgotten that American flew to these places. See where here!

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17-Hour Flights: Cathay Pacific's 11 New Ultra-Long Airbus A350 Routes Revealed [Map]

They involve five destination countries globally. See all the very long flights here!

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Massive Expansion: American Airlines Launches 12 New Destinations [Full List]

Six of the airports are domestic and six are international. See them all here!

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WestJet Cancels 27 US Routes: See Full List Of Affected Flights Now

They involve multiple Canadian airports, but especially one in particular. See all the cut routes here!

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New 20-Hour Flights: Qatar Airways Unveils This Ultra-Long Route [Full Schedule]

The carrier will now serve New Zealand in a different way. See what's happening here!

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Southwest Launches Massive 100+ Daily International Flights: See All Destinations

Until now, the carrier had no more than 93 daily services past the US border. Now it does. Find out more here!

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Where Can You Fly Now? 11 Can't-Miss Nonstop Routes Launching This Week [Full List]

See which notable examples made the list this week!

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Virgin Atlantic Has Axed 25 Long-Haul Destinations From London: See The Full List

Seven of the 25 airports were served between 2024 and 2026. Find them all out here!

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Southwest's Massive Expansion: 25 New Nonstop Routes Unveiled [Full List]

22 are domestic and three are international. See them all here!

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17-Hour Nonstop Flights: Delta's 11 New Ultra-Long Routes Revealed [Full List]

Three of them are brand-new to the carrier's map. Find out more here!

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Qatar Airways Abruptly Doubles Airbus A380 Flights To Europe's Busiest Airport: Full Schedule

In the latest update, the carrier has increased its A380 services to London Heathrow this winter. See more here!

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Delta Air Lines Cuts 25 Transatlantic Destinations: See All Major Flight Changes Now

In the past 20 years, the carrier's network involved many places that you may have forgotten, including Abuja. See them all here!

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