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Meet our Star Flyer, A330 FO Henry Patterson
In this edition of High Flyer, we chat to Henry Patterson, one of our A330 First Officers who moonlights as a travel photographer when he’s not flying a plane. We talk travel, finding a home away from home in Los Angeles, and what makes flying so fascinating even after six and a half years.
I consider LA home away from home because I know the place quite well now, and there’s always so much to do. I enjoy the little beachside cafés, bars and restaurants that run along Manhattan Beach. They have a great vibe, and a more relaxed atmosphere. If I have a few days’ layover in LA, I like to rent a car and drive around the city taking in all the sights, finding new places to check out and of course do a little shopping.
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In all my travels, I have come to appreciate Fiji even more. Fiji’s tropical beauty, the friendliness of the people, and our way of life is truly unique and not something I take for granted.
ON THE MOST INTERESTING EXPERIENCE AT WORK
It would be the first time I experienced an automatic landing on the Airbus. Just the fact that a 180 tonne aircraft approaching the runway at around 140 knots (260km/hr) can touchdown on its own is nothing short of amazing for me.
ADVICE FOR THOSE WISHING TO JOIN THE AIRLINE INDUSTRY
The aviation industry is exciting and ever changing, with no two days being the same. If a sense of adventure is what you’re seeking, join the airline industry.
Fiji Airways First Officer Henry Paterson has honed a bit of a talent for travel photography from his travels.
View from the office
Henry Patterson
Capturing Singapore from the Heights of Marina Bay Sands
Henry Patterson
a majestic view over Sydney Harbour from the flight deck
Henry Patterson
