Aviation
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Less is more
Monocle tours Korean Air’s A380, a new milestone for the company. Its interior design proves simple is best, while premium classes put the spark back into travel.
Everyone on board
Air New Zealand’s laid-back chief executive isn’t bothered by business speak. His hands-on, direct approach means being able to communicate with everyone from the customer to company check-in staff.
Rocket man
Having dreamt of space travel since childhood, Koichi Wakata is a seasoned astronaut and a household name in Japan. Now he is preparing for his biggest trip yet.
Captains on the seas
With over 200 inhabited islands, Maldivian Air Taxi provides an essential service to tourists and islanders. The Maldives’ premier island-hopping service relies on seaplanes, where the only onboard luxury required is the view.
Aircraft procedure
Despite over 30 years in Australia’s public health sector, Greg Rochford experienced some turbulence when he became CEO of the country’s iconic Royal Flying Doctor Service. One year on, he’s gaining altitude.
Heli vision
Heli Air Monaco is still going strong after 36 years. The company’s secret? Embrace innovation while covering the basics of professional service.
Money to burn
Tucked away in the British countryside, the Farnborough International Air Show is an unassuming backdrop for deals deciding the future of air defence. This trillion-euro industry might decide the world’s future, too.
Expo 54: Boeing
Under the roof of the world's largest building by volume, the longest plane in the world has just rolled off the assembly line. Monocle travelled to Washington to check on its progress.
Flights of fancy
The Faroes’ national carrier has a charismatic, karaoke-loving CEO and a newly upgraded fleet.
Head in the sky
As chief executive of Cathay Pacific, it’s John Slosar’s job to steer the airline along a straight path as it increases its reach in China, while keeping staff and passengers on board.
