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
Review: Inside Lufthansa's Huge Frankfurt Airport Senator Lounge
The lounge offered a comfortable, luxury experience with good quality food and drinks and plenty of spacious seating options.
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 205: US Seizes A Boeing 747, SAS Launches A Mystery Points Plane
Join Tom and Jake for the latest from the world of aviation.
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 204: Lufthansa Stikes, Finnair Weighing Passengers
Join Tom and Jake for the latest from the world of aviation.
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 203: German Airport Strikes, Cheap Transatlantic Fares
Join Tom and Jake for the latest from the world of aviation.
100,000+ Passengers To Be Impacted By Lufthansa Ground Strike On Wednesday
A significant portion of the airline's flights will likely be cancelled.
Welcome Onboard: The Story Of Lufthansa's Yellow Box
The box is meant to welcome passengers to the aircraft, but there's more to it than meets the eye.
Exclusive: Global Airlines Takes Ownership Of Its 1st Airbus A380
The aircraft has been re-registered in Malta as 9H-GLOBL.
Got $25 Million Spare? You Could Buy An Airbus A380
The exact aircraft that is listed for sale is unclear.
Simple Flying In Flight: January's Top Flight Reviews
Take a ride with the Simple Flying team at 36,000 feet.
Security Worker Strike Will Cause German Flight Chaos On Thursday
Over 1,000 flights are scheduled to depart from affected airports.
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 202: GOL Bankruptcy, Qantas' New Safety Video
Join Tom and Jake for the latest from the world of aviation.
Austrian, Lufthansa, & SWISS Will Equip All Airbus A220s & A320s With In-Flight WiFi
These aircraft will also offer free in-flight messaging to registered passengers.
The World's Coolest McDonald's Is A DC-3 Airplane In New Zealand
You can eat your Big Mac inside the specially liveried aircraft.
DWC Move Inevitable Despite Spare Capacity At Dubai International Airport
Dubai International Airport could only handle 25-30 million more passengers.
Flight Review: Air New Zealand's Domestic Airbus A320 Koru Hour Service
The airline served premium drinks and a snack on what was a short domestic hop.
German Airports Warn Of Major Disruption Due To Freezing Weather
The German weather service has issued its highest severity warning for the Frankfurt area.
How The Boeing 787 Got The Name 'Dreamliner'
What process did Boeing follow to choose the name, and what were the alternatives?
1160 Active Aircraft: Which Airlines Fly The Most Boeing 737 MAX?
There are 74 operators of the Boeing 737 MAX worldwide.
Emirates' CEO Would Buy More Airbus A380s At The Right Price
The airline recently bought two Airbus A380s for $35 million each.
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 197: Rolls-Royce Narrowbody Hopes, American Airlines Near Miss
Join Jo and Tom for the latest from the world of aviation.