Twin Australian Aviation covers for April

Tony G · #1 21st March 2009, 05:01 PM

Just picked up April issue of Australian Aviation, to find out it comes with two covers this month. I went for the V Australia 777. Wonder if the subscribers got a choice in cover this month. Good option to have.

Any chance of of adding a new segment Andrew. Cant think of any specific ideas yet, possibly allocating a quarter page or so to the passionate people of Australia who choose to dedicate their time to Australian Aviation covering their job descrition and role ( adding questions to their introduction to aviation ) in the aviation industry eg. trainee pilots, spotters, Engineers, volunteers, flying schools, aviation in country and outback areas etc. It will allow a chance for people who are in the industry to be seen and read about, especially the remote locations. It could also allow people see thats it is not all about pilots and aircraft and does include fuel tankers drivers and admin staff.

Sorry, i know its a broad idea and enjoy aus aviation as is, just thought I'd be human add add my two bob in and try and change a good thing

. Isnt that how humans operate

.

Keep up the good work and providing a great aussie aviation mag.

Andrew McLaughlin · #2 21st March 2009, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Tony G

Just picked up April issue of Australian Aviation, to find out it comes with two covers this month. I went for the V Australia 777. Wonder if the subscribers got a choice in cover this month. Good option to have.

Any chance of of adding a new segment Andrew. Cant think of any specific ideas yet, possibly allocating a quarter page or so to the passionate people of Australia who choose to dedicate their time to Australian Aviation covering their job descrition and role ( adding questions to their introduction to aviation ) in the aviation industry eg. trainee pilots, spotters, Engineers, volunteers, flying schools, aviation in country and outback areas etc. It will allow a chance for people who are in the industry to be seen and read about, especially the remote locations. It could also allow people see thats it is not all about pilots and aircraft and does include fuel tankers drivers and admin staff.

Sorry, i know its a broad idea and enjoy aus aviation as is, just thought I'd be human add add my two bob in and try and change a good thing

. Isnt that how humans operate

.

Keep up the good work and providing a great aussie aviation mag.

Thanks Tony - the twin cover idea was in honour of Avalon - trying to please all of the people all of the time I guess...

If any subscribers got a 777 cover but want a JSF cover, or vice versa, or want both, if you buy the other cover from a newsagent and email/fax/send us a copy of the receipt, we'll extend your subscription by one month.

Re the new segment idea Tony - sounds like a lot of work for a relatively small space and little return. To be honest, we're flat out getting out what we do each month as it is, but thanks anyway.

Cheers

Peter Casey · #3 22nd March 2009, 02:06 PM

Thanks for the link, very good reading articles in this edition from Andrew Mc Laughlin.

I'm always amazed at the "excellent standard" of photography portrayed in this magazine especially when it comes to aircraft interior design and aircraft in general.

Rgds

Peter

Dan Hammond · #4 22nd March 2009, 03:34 PM

Im currently on a two year subscription with Australian Aviation, I recieved the JSF cover, i think its a fantastic shot.

Andrew McLaughlin · #5 22nd March 2009, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan Hammond

Im currently on a two year subscription with Australian Aviation, I recieved the JSF cover, i think its a fantastic shot.

Our very own Paul Sadler took the VA 777 pic, but if only we could take credit for the JSF pic as well...

I spoke with the photographer who is based at the famous Lockheed Skunk Works in Palmdale about 100km north of LA when we were putting it together, and he told me it was taken near Edwards AFB.

Craig Murray · #6 22nd March 2009, 07:50 PM

I received the JSF fronted edition and will not be protesting this in any other way than mentioning the C-47 (

) on pp94 would have made a great cover shot had you chosen a "Tri-Cover" format to promote the mighty "Biscuit Bomber" and it's ongoing role in Aussie aviation history!

Mag looks like a great read again this month, job well done.