Vale Geoffrey Thomas: Aviation industry mourns Australia's most ...
Veteran aviation journalist Geoffrey Thomas, the Perth-based commentator has died aged 74 after a short heart-related illness.
karryon.com.auGeoffrey Thomas at 74 after a brief heart-related illness, is a veteran aviation journalist and founder/editor of Airlineratings.com, and led Air Transport World, earning tributes from the aviation industry. He was widely known for covering MH370 and MH17, with his reporting spanning CNN, BBC, ABC, and Bloomberg. Also, he ran the Airline News with Geoffrey Thomas YouTube channel and previously served as US-based editor for Air Transport World. Thomas’ daily aviation updates were valued by colleagues and readers alike. Many tributes highlighted his leadership in the industry and his steadfast commitment to safety and accuracy. Farewell Geoffrey Thomas as the aviation world mourns a prolific voice who guided coverage across major networks and publications. His passion for aviation opened countless audiences to complex industry dynamics. Aviation industry mourns the loss of a journalist who connected hard news with insightful analysis. Thomas leaves a lasting legacy in air travel reporting, education, and industry dialogue.