Journalist and Author
A storyteller to his core, Chris has reported extensively on the global aviation industry as both an independent journalist and as editor/managing editor of Airways magazine. Air Transport World, Aviation Week, Aviation Daily, Flight Global, Airliner World Magazine, Airways Magazine, Leeham News and Analysis, The Points Guy, Business Insider, CNN Travel, USA Today, Runway Girl Network, and Forbes featured his coverage. He has interviewed numerous C-Suite executives, traveled the world covering multiple special airline inaugural flights, and has provided insider, behind-the-scenes coverage of international industry events such as Paris and Farnborough Air Shows, among hundreds of other features. Chris has been covered by Business Insider, USA Today, CNBC, and the Miami Herald (to name a few) and appears regularly on the Airways Podcast and FlightRadar 24.
RTX 2025 Earnings: Commercial Aerospace Leads Growth as Pratt Advances GTF Recovery
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GE Aerospace FY and Q4 2025 Earnings Thrust Higher Propelled by Services Growth, LEAP Volume and Expanding Margins
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GE 2026 Outlook: From LEAP Momentum to 777X Certification and the Rise of RISE
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Airline Review: JetBlue’s New EvenMore
Key West debuts a sleek, hurricane-ready terminal with jet bridges, modern amenities, and plans for full arrivals upgrades by 2026
American Airlines’ Premium Economy on A321XLR is a delight
After reviewing American Airlines’ inaugural Airbus A321XLR revenue flight from the vantage point of a Flagship Suite Business Class seat, I jumped on the return flight from Los Angeles to New York JFK in order to take its Premium Economy product for a spin — yes, on the very same day.
Welcome to American’s A321XLR inaugural in a Flagship Suite
We put American Airlines’ brand new Airbus A321XLR Flagship Suites to the test in this review for Runway Girl. How does this glam up measure against what it’s replacing and its competition? Is it possible to achieve wide-body comfort in a narrow-body aircraft? Well, yes… and no. There’s a lot of ground to cover in this story in the air.
Here It Is: JetBlue’s First-Ever Lounge, the BlueHouse at JFK
Key West debuts a sleek, hurricane-ready terminal with jet bridges, modern amenities, and plans for full arrivals upgrades by 2026
First Look: American Bets Big on the A321XLR—What You Need to Know
Key West debuts a sleek, hurricane-ready terminal with jet bridges, modern amenities, and plans for full arrivals upgrades by 2026
Inside JetBlue’s first-ever lounge: BlueHouse
A lounge done Blue! Inside the debut of JetBlue’s first ever premium lounge with a twist in my latest story for Runway Girl.
Flight Reductions Begin to Impact Travelers as Controller Shortages Grow
Flight cuts across the United States are starting to affect travelers as air traffic controller shortages deepen. In a recent interview, Chris Sloan explains why smaller cities will feel the impact first, why airlines are canceling flights early, and what passengers should do to stay ahead of the disruption.
Bundle Up: Ancillary Products are Gowing Up and Becoming More Creative
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American Airlines Unveils New Premium-Heavy 787-9
American Airlines on May 29 unveiled a new premium-heavy configuration on its Boeing 787-9, marking its first significant long-haul cabin update in more than a decade and intensifying competition among U.S. carriers for premium international traffic.
Charmed by BermudAir service though Aisle Class Remains Elusive
BermudAir’s Aisle Class aims to redefine business travel with bespoke suites, but supply chain delays have stalled its 2024 rollout. The airline remains committed.
The New American Way
The American Airlines management team sets out its strategy for righting the ship.
All Aboard Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner
An in-depth look at the features and innovations of Boeing's 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
Flashback: ANA inagurates World’s First Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Auction Action Dreamliner Inaugural
Boeing’s 777-300ER flies for American
Seen here in Dallas/Fort Worth on Jan. 31 prior to its inaugural flight to Sao Paolo, this Boeing 777-300ER was the first plane to fly paying passengers in American Airlines' new paint scheme.
A Tour of Cuba’s Havana Airport
Exploring the unique features and operations of Havana's main airport in Cuba.
Boeing 737 MAX maiden flight roars off the runway
“It flew beautifully. We worked through checks but there were no issues.”
NASA’s SOFIA Flying Laboratory
An overview of NASA's SOFIA project, a unique airborne observatory for astronomical research.
Interview with Robert Isom – President American Airlines
American Airlines President Robert Isom discusses the company's direction and initiatives.
High Flyer Interview – Delta’s CEO Ed Bastian
Delta CEO Ed Bastian provides insights into the airline's strategies and industry outlook.
Interview with JetBlue CEO and President Joanna Geraghty and CEO Robin Hayes
JetBlue's leadership duo shares their vision and plans for the airline's future.
How United’s Working to Right the Ship – Greg Hart, COO and Andrew Nocella, CCO
United Airlines executives discuss strategies to steer the company towards stability and growth.
Flashback: Flying the inaugural A-380 with Singapore Airlines
Recalling the experience of the first commercial flight of the Airbus A-380 with Singapore Airlines.
Your Guide to American Airlines Premium Cabins
A detailed guide to the amenities and services offered in American Airlines' premium cabins.
Paris Air Show 2019
Highlights and key takeaways from the 2019 Paris Air Show, a premier aerospace event.
New Orleans New Airport Is Open for Business
Highlighting the opening and features of New Orleans' new airport facility.
Boeing’s Huge 777-9X
The world’s longest and largest twin-engine airliner, the Boeing 777-9X, has finally taken to the skies for its maiden flight, offering a ray of hope for the troubled US aviation company following months of grim headlines.
Here’s Looking at you, Blue: Jet Blue Looks Ahead to the Next 20 Years
As it turns 20 years old this month, JetBlue Airways is making bold moves: Ordering nearly 150 new state-of-the-art aircraft, shaking up the most valuable international route in the world and going green in a big way.
777X Breakthrough for Boeing
After a series of delays, the Boeing 777-9 has finally taken to the skies. Chris Sloan braved the inclement weather in Seattle to see the long-awaited maiden sortie for himself.
A Letter from America amid the Covid-19 Crisis
After ten bountiful years, the US airline industry started 2020 with renewed optimism that the worst of the Boeing 737 MAX grounding was over. Yet barely a few months into the new year, the COVID-19 crisis has placed another dark cloud over the industry’s future, as Chris Sloan reports from Florida.
The Future of Air Travel – 6 part series for Airways Magazine
A comprehensive six-part series exploring the future trends and challenges in air travel.
Airport Interrupted: Crisis Curbs Bright Start of New Orleans Airport
Examining how unforeseen crises impacted the promising launch of New Orleans' new airport terminal.
You’re Not Nineteen Forever – A Special Report on JetBlue
A special report analyzing JetBlue's evolution and current market position.
Interview with Lester Sola – Director and CEO of Miami-Dade Aviation Department
Lester Sola shares insights on managing Miami-Dade's aviation operations and future plans.
From Worst to First? LaGuardia’s Metamorphosis
Likened to ‘third-world’ countries by a former vice president and handed the moniker ‘LaGarbage’ by its long-suffering passengers, LaGuardia Airport is in the midst of a multi-billion dollar metamorphosis to reassert the downtown down-and-outer as the Big Apple’s premier gateway. Chris Sloan visits the city that never sleeps.
Halting America’s Terminal Decline
The framework of the building at Salt Lake City begins to take shape Salt Lake City International Airport.
Forecasting the Unforecastable
It has taken 20 challenging months for the 737 MAX to be recertificated, but it will take Boeing far longer to repair its broken trust. Chris Sloan steps on board a special 737 MAX flight – the first in the US since March 2019 – to examine whether the manufacturer has turned a corner.
Post-crash recovery: How one airline plans to restore confidence in the Boeing 737 MAX
With over 4,800 gross orders, the 737 MAX is the best-selling commercial aircraft in Boeing history.
I flew on the first Boeing 737 Max passenger flight in the US since its grounding.
American says it worked closely with Boeing on recertification and rewriting of new training protocols.
Interview with Volaris Executive VP Holger Blankenstein
Volaris EVP Holger Blankenstein outlines the carrier’s growth strategy and market focus.
The long-awaited return of the American Airlines 737 MAX
It has taken 20 challenging months for the 737 MAX to be recertificated, but it will take Boeing far longer to repair its broken trust. Chris Sloan steps on board a special 737 MAX flight – the first in the US since March 2019 – to examine whether the manufacturer has turned a corner.
Return to Business: Return of the American Airlines 737MAX 8 after 2 years of grounding.
Almost two years since the FAA’s grounding order, the MAX is back in revenue service. Chris Sloan was on board the first US flight with fare-paying passengers since 2019.
Southwest Airlines – Riding the storm during the pandemic.
Chris Sloan chats with the chief commercial officer at Southwest Airlines, Andrew Watterson, to find out how the Dallas-based carrier is mitigating the effects of the gravest crisis in aviation history.
JetBlue Celebrated its 20th year by unveiling the first of 70 Airbus A220-300s
JetBlue celebrated its 20th year by unwrapping a late Christmas present – the first of 70 Airbus A220-300s. Chris Sloan headed to the Big Apple to see the ‘Baby Bus’
Avelo Airlines Takes to the Skies
Avelo Airlines joins the ultra-low-cost carrier market with its first commercial flights.
