About Tom Boon
Holding a degree in Aerospace Technology, Tom is a certified pilot and a passionate specialist in European aviation. As Content Manager of Simple Flying, he leads the content team overseeing all aspects of Simple Flying's daily output. Tom works closely with airlines around the world to provide topical content and has provided commentary for other outlets, including the BBC. Based in Frankfurt, Germany.
Why do you love aviation?
Ever since I was in school, I have been fascinated by aviation. On one hand I was fortunate go go flying often with my father, but I would also go home and watch Air Crash Investigation after school. It had always been a dream of mine to become an air crash investigator.
What is your favourite aircraft and why?
Any regular listener of the Simple Flying Podcast will know that the Airbus A380 is without a doubt my favorite aircraft. Every time I see one I am in awe of their immense size and that they ever manage to get off of the ground.
What is your industry focus?
I strongly focus on the commercial aviation industry in my reporting, particularly concerning European airlines and airports.
Latest Articles
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 157: Huge Air India Order, Frankfurt Airport Meltdown
Join Jo and Tom for the latest from the world of aviation.
Airbus' CEO Wants The A380 To Fly "As Long As Possible"
He also doesn't see a second-hand Airbus A380 market taking off.
Breaking: ALL Lufthansa Flights Cancelled From Frankfurt & Munich Tomorrow
Passengers are expected to be unable to depart these airports due to local strike action.
4 Aviation Events To Look Forward to In March
While March isn't the busiest month for major aviation events, a handful to look forward to are coming up.
Breaking: Frankfurt Airport Closed To Arrivals Amid Lufthansa IT Chaos
Lufthansa's operations will also be deeply affected by strike action on Friday.
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 156: Australia Boeing 737 Crash, Qatar Airways vs Airbus Settled
Join Jo and Tom for the latest from the world of aviation.
Breaking: A Boeing 737-300 Has Crashed Fighting Fires In Australia
The two pilots are said to have sustained minor injuries.
The Antonov An-225 Will Fly Again... In Flight Simulator
The aircraft will be sold for $19.99 with proceeds going to Ukraine & Antonov.
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 155: Flybe/Flyr Bankrupt, Final Boeing 747 Delivery
Join Jo and Tom for the latest from the world of aviation.
The Qatar Airbus A350 Paint Conflict: A Timeline Of Events
What started with one plane has spiraled into a full-blown conflict between Airbus and Qatar Airways
Breaking: Airbus & Qatar Airways Settle Airbus A350 Legal Drama
The legal action at the high court will now be discontinued.
On The Move: Etihad Airbus A380 Flies After 2 Years In Storage
Etihad is planning to use the A380 for Abu Dhabi-London flights from mid-July.
British Airways Is Bringing The Boeing 777 & 787 To Frankfurt
The carrier's widebodies will also fly to Berlin and Dublin in March
Now's Your Chance To Own A Piece Of Air Tahiti Nui's Airbus A340
The Airbus A340 was scrapped in San Bernadino, California.
Frankfurt In Focus: The Challenges Of Photographing A City From 6,000 Feet
Every year aerial images are taken of Frankfurt at 6,000 ft, with these flights going right into the airport's flight paths.
Lufthansa Reveals Tentative Airbus A380 Destinations & Training Plans
The German flag carrier told Simple Flying it is tentatively eyeing three United States routes from its Munich Airport base.
Sydney Joins Heathrow As The World's Most Diverse Airbus A380 Airports
Both airports are welcoming Airbus A380s from five carriers this January.
Airbus Books 12 A320neo Family Orders From Uzbekistan Airways
The Uzbek flag carrier will take eight more A320neos and four A321neos.