Americas Airlines Reporter
Company Description
This role is remote anywhere in the US
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
News & Analysis
Break news and deliver exclusive reporting on the US airline sector
Produce sharp analysis and enterprise reporting on airline strategy, competition, fleet developments, networks, sustainability, regulation, and financial performance
Cover key industry events, earnings, leadership changes, and operational developments
Contribute to both digital-first coverage and longer-form editorial projects
Data & Research Support
Support the airlines team’s data-driven journalism and market analysis projects
Work with editors and analysts to interpret operational, financial, and network data
Contribute research and editorial support for Airline Strategy Awards coverage and related project
Source Building & Industry Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with airline executives, analysts, regulators, unions, airports, and industry stakeholders
Represent FlightGlobal at industry conferences, media briefings, and events
Collaboration
Work closely with the Global Airlines Editor and wider transport and aerospace editorial teams
Collaborate across digital, magazine, multimedia, and special editorial projects
Support coverage priorities for Airline Business Magazine where required
Develop a strong understanding of the commercial aviation landscape and emerging trends
Qualifications
Skills & Experience
Experience in business, financial, transport, or aviation journalism
Strong news judgement and ability to work quickly under deadline pressure
Excellent writing, reporting, and analytical skills
Demonstrated ability to cultivate sources and develop exclusive stories
Interest in airline economics, strategy, and data analysis
Ability to interpret complex industry and financial developments clearly for readers
Experience working in a digital-first newsroom environment preferred
Personal Attributes
Curious, proactive, and highly organised
Collaborative and comfortable working across international teams
Confident engaging with senior industry stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and commitment to editorial accuracy
Passion for aviation and the global airline industry
Additional Information
FlightGlobal is seeking an ambitious and well-connected Americas Airlines Reporter to join its global airlines editorial team. Reporting to the Global Airlines Editor, the role will focus on delivering exclusive news, agenda-setting analysis, and insightful coverage of the Americas airline industry across FlightGlobal’s digital and print platforms. The successful candidate will cover major airlines, low-cost carriers, airline strategy, regulation, finance, networks, labour relations, sustainability, and market developments in the region.
While the role is primarily centred on news and analysis, the reporter will also support data-led journalism projects and contribute to editorial research and coverage related to the Airline Strategy Awards and Airline Business Magazine. This is an opportunity to join one of aviation’s leading editorial brands and play a key role in covering one of the world’s most dynamic and influential airline markets.