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Sumit Singh-

Sumit Singh

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About Sumit Singh

Deputy Editor & Lead Journalist - Europe. Sumit comes to Simple Flying with more than eight years’ experience as a professional journalist. Having written for The Independent, Evening Standard, and others, his role here allows him to explore his enthusiasm for aviation and travel. Having built strong relationships with United Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, Icelandair, and more, Sumit excels in both aviation history and market analysis. Based in London, UK.

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How The 1973 Oil Crisis Impacted US Commercial Aviation

Jet fuel crises are nothing new in the airline industry.

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Built For Speed: Looking Back At The Convair 880

The aircraft was well spotted across the globe.

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Sunday Reads: Our Most Notable Stories This Week

The top aviation news stories from the last seven days.

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6 Lesser-Known Facts: Remembering Qantas' Relationship With The Boeing 747

Looking at the history of the airline's jumbo jet.

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Robbie Clarke: The Story Of The RAF's First Black Pilot

Clarke was one of 15,600 Black Caribbean volunteers who enlisted to fight during World War I.

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Could Engine Mesh Covers Help Prevent Bird Strikes?

More damage could be done.

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Can The Airbus A380 Fly On One Engine?

Looking at the capabilities of the behemoth.

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What Are The Differences Between Concourses & Terminals?

Do you know how these structures differ?

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A History Of easyJet - From 2 Routes To European Giant

The low-cost carrier is back on form following the pandemic.

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What Are Charter Airlines?

Looking into this lucrative industry.

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Did You Know: Airbus Has Its Own Football Team

The side competes in the top division of Welsh football.

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What Happened To Thai Airways' Airbus A340s?

The airline retired its final Airbus A340 in 2015 - where are the aircraft now?

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Top 10: The Busiest International Air Routes

Diving into this summer’s numbers

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Explained: Why North Wales Is Such A Hotspot For Military Pilot Training

The RAF loves flying over the north of Cymru.

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The Aircraft That Fly The World's 10 Longest Routes

Can you guess the one that flies the longest distance?

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July In Review: Airbus Clocks 60 Orders & Delivers 65 Planes

It's been a successful summer for the planemaker.

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24,000 British Airways Staff Will See A 13% Pay Rise

There could also be additional pay increases on the way.

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Air Force One: The Boeing VC-25's 33 Years Of Presidential Service

The Queen of the Skies has served the US Head of State well over the decades.

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Why Did BEA Merge With BOAC To Form British Airways?

Looking back at the historic merger.

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