About Chris Loh
An experienced photographer and video producer, Chris is a journalistic natural. Degree-educated with a wealth of traveling history, Chris’ insight into routes, networks, and alliances brings a depth of quality to his work that is hard to beat.
What is your favourite aircraft and why?
As a Canadian, the Airbus A220 has to be my favourite aircraft. Designed and initially built in Canada by Bombardier, the aircraft is not only pleasant to travel in but also looks fantastic!
What is your industry focus?
I'm particularly interested in the world of fleet management and the rationale used by airlines for selecting and acquiring particular types of aircraft over others.
Why do you love aviation?
It started off as a passion for travel and adventure but eventually evolved into an interest in the equipment which is an all-important part of that adventure.
Latest Articles
The Story Of Boeing's Record-Breaking Factory Mural
Boeing boasts the world's largest mural, which sits fittingly on the world's largest factory.
The Canadian Air Force's Incoming A330 MRTTs: What We Know So Far
The Canadian government has released more information about its plan to operate a fleet of 9 A330MRTTs.
Continuing To Expand: The Air India Fleet In 2024
The Air India fleet has 20% more airframes than it did at this time last year.
Pioneer Airlines: Embraer's Very Own Carrier
Embraer established its own airline to help guide the E-Jet E2 series through various test conditions.
4th Airbus A220-300 Delivered To Bulgaria Air
The carrier has ordered a total of five examples of the jet and deploys them to various destinations across Europe.
Shrinking Under Sanctions? The Aeroflot Fleet In 2024
With a fleet now fully comprised of Airbus and Boeing aircraft, Aeroflot is doing its best to keep operations going amid sanctions on spare parts.
Which Airlines Have 'Mask-Style' Cockpit Windows?
Purported to have a functional purpose on the A350, A330neo, and A321LR, Airbus' dark outline around some of its jets' cockpits has become a style.
What Rules Surround Flying With Musical Instruments?
While many would say that musical instruments don't count as "passengers," professional musicians would argue otherwise...
What Classes Of Travel Does Air Canada Offer?
With the largest fleet and most extensive international network of any carrier in Canada, we examine the class options available to passengers.
Approaching 1000 Aircraft! United Airlines' Fleet In 2024
With many more jets on order, the United fleet includes nearly 500 Boeing 737s and close to 100 777s.
No Way Out: Why Emergency Landings In Fields Often End In Scrapped Aircraft
When large aircraft are forced to perform emergency landings on surfaces other than runways, why are they likely doomed for dismantling?
Could Air Canada Ever Order The Boeing 777X?
The carrier's oldest Boeing 777-300ERs are nearing 17 years old, so what might replace them when the time comes?
Saga Fully Over: Last Qatar Airways Airbus A350 Returns To Service
The return to service of the Airbus A350 registered A7-ALF marks the official end of a very long and dramatic dispute over paint degradation.
The Rise and Fall (and Rise Again) of De Havilland Canada
Starting as a Canadian subsidiary of a British planemaker, De Havilland Canada has changed hands multiple times.
Lufthansa Cancels Hundreds Of Flights As Trade Union Announces Strike
900 out of 1,000 Lufthansa flights have been canceled as the airline braces for industrial action on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Opinion: Air Canada's Chatbot Case Didn't Need A Trial
It seemed to be an open-and-shut case, but Air Canada insisted it was not liable for what its chatbot said.
Deadly Rudder Malfunction: The Story Of American Airlines Flight 1
A look back at a fatal 1962 crash involving an American Airlines Boeing 707.
Airbus A380 Startup Global Airlines: Everything You Need To Know
From the airline's unconventional concept to the latest progress in acquiring A380s, there's a lot to learn about Global Airlines.
(Still) The World's Largest: The American Airlines Fleet In 2024
American Airlines won't be retiring any of its aircraft for the next six years. Much of what you see now is what you'll get through 2030.