Joanna Bailey-Managing Editor

Joanna Bailey

Managing Editor

Contributor Since July, 2018
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About Joanna Bailey

Joanna has led Simple Flying from a startup to the world's largest online aviation publication. With a decades-long background in digital publishing and travel, her valuable insight on both the operational side and the aviation industry have beautifully combined to bring the Simple Flying vision to life. Moderator, commentator, analyst and journalist, Joanna has become a prominent personality in modern aviation media.

Why do you love aviation?

Aviation is the string that connects the world. Thanks to aviation, people can discover new places, do business across continents, enjoy produce from all around the world and stay connected to friends and family. Despite understanding the fundamental physics behind getting a plane into the sky, the 'miracle of flight' still awes me on every takeoff, and the logistics behind getting that flight off the ground are fascinating. 

What is your industry focus?

I pride myself on keeping up to date with all aspects of the aviation industry. In particular, I love to hear about new innovations in passenger experience, new seats, onboard products and facilities to make travel even better. I particularly enjoy the rise of solutions for passengers with reduced mobility, and the relentless efforts of airlines to shake off the image they have as the poster child of environmental damage. Design and manufacturing are fascinating to me, as are the many exciting (sometimes unfruitful) initiatives surrounding new airline launches and new aircraft types.

What is your favourite aircraft and why?

This is such a hard question to answer, but anyone who listens to the Simple Flying podcast will know I have a soft spot for turboprops (Dash 8 FTW!). In terms of jets, the A350 is an incredible aircraft for so many reasons, as too is the A220 pocket rocket. The 747 played a big part in my early travel years, as I'm sure it did for many, while the 757 remains a very special aircraft that is sadly dwindling in numbers today. Looking back, I wish I'd been around to fly the icons of yesteryear - the Constellation, the DC-3, the Comet... but I'm also excited to see what's next for aviation!

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How Embraer Is Configuring Airplanes To Take Off By Themselves
Embraer

Embraer's new automatic takeoff system is not just for E-Jets.

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The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 233: Simple Flying Meets Christina Cassotis, CEO Of Pittsburgh Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport

Join Jonathan Hendry for an inside look at the evolving Pittsburgh International Airport.

Delta Air Lines Boeing 767-300ER landing at London Heathrow Airport.
Delta Air Lines & SAS Expand Codeshare Despite JetBlue Objections
Delta Air Lines

The DOT saw no grounds to delay the approval of the expanded codeshare.

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The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 230: New Aussie LCC, 2 Drink Limit At Airports & More Aviation News Stories
Podcast

Join Jo and Tom for a look at the top aviation news stories of the week!

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The Evolution Of Mint: The Story Behind JetBlue's Cabin Refresh
JetBlue

The JetBlue Mint is a showstopper on transatlantic routes.

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The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 228: Voepass Crash, Frontier Drops The A321XLR & More
Podcast

Join Joanna Bailey and Tom Boon for a look at the week's top aviation news.

Boom Overture
Boom Supersonic Reinvents The Flight Deck: What’s New For Overture?
Boom supersonic

A new airplane needs a new cockpit - we dive into the details of the design.

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This Cool Technology Uses Augmented Reality To Help Pilots See Through Smoke
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The new technology is in the process of becoming STC-certified by the FAA.

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G400 First Flight: Gulfstream’s Most Affordable Private Jet Takes Off
Gulfstream

The aircraft will be the cheapest of any large-cabin Gulfstream jet.

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The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 227: Airbus Vs Boeing At Farnborough, Qatar CEO Insights & More
Podcast

Join Joanna Bailey and Sumit Singh for an analytical look at what came out of the recent Farnborough Airshow.

Latino Pilots Association Plans 2nd Expo
Latino Pilots Association Plans 2nd Expo To Inspire & Educate Future Aviators
Pilots

The second year of the event is set to be even bigger and better than the first.

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A Flying Mansion: The Boeing 777X Business Jet
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The proposed business jet version of the aircraft is on another level altogether!

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Qatar Airways’ Southern African Airline Investment To Be Revealed Imminently 
Qatar Airways

During Farnborough, Qatar's CEO gave a timeline of 'two to three weeks' for an announcement.

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A Look Inside Drake's Crazy Private Boeing 767 Jet
Aircraft

Take a peak inside Drake's very own Boeing 767 jet.

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Why Did Boeing Build The 767?
Aircraft

Here’s how the 767 came about and why Boeing built it.

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Airbus A220s Must Be Inspected For Missing Pins
Aircraft

Transport Canada has issued an emergency airworthiness directive for the Airbus A220.

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Did ETOPS Kill The Airbus A380?
Aircraft

Changing rules around the way in which two engined aircraft were used made the business case for the Airbus A380 increasingly weak.

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In Pictures: Inside The Boeing 747 Flying Mansion Private Jet
747-8

It is the world's largest private jet.

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World First: Embraer Automates Takeoff For The E2 For Increased Range From Challenging Airports
Embraer

Announced at Farnborough Airshow, it will be the first time such a system has been used in commercial aviation.

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Qatar Airways Is Committed To Keeping The Airbus A380 For Longer
Qatar Airways

The new CEO noted that 2024 should have been the date it was phased out, but things have changed a lot in the last few years.

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