Editorial Guidelines

Editorial Guidelines for Authors

1. General Guidelines

• Articles should be original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere.
• Content should focus on topics related to aviation finance, economics, industry trends, or related fields.
• Articles must provide value to professionals in the aviation and finance industries, offering insights, analysis, or forward-looking perspectives.
• Submissions should be non-promotional. Advertorial content will not be accepted.

2. Structure and Style

• Length: 1,500–2,500 words (longer pieces may be considered for in-depth analysis).
• Language: Articles should be written in clear, professional, and concise UK English.
• Tone: Analytical and objective, with minimal jargon. Acronyms should be defined on first use.
• Citations: All data, quotes, and statistics must be properly attributed with references or hyperlinks.
• Formatting: Use headings, subheadings, and bullet points for clarity where appropriate.

3. Submission Format

• File Type: Microsoft Word or Google Docs (no PDFs).
• Fonts: Arial or Times New Roman, size 12, double-spaced.
• Images: Submit high-resolution images (minimum 300 dpi) separately, with proper captions and copyright permissions.

4. Review and Editing Process

• All submissions will be reviewed by the editorial team for relevance, quality, and originality.
• The editorial team reserves the right to edit articles for clarity, grammar, and formatting while retaining the author's intended meaning.
• Selected articles may undergo a fact-checking process. Authors are expected to respond promptly to any queries.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Who can contribute to Airline Economics magazine?

• We welcome submissions from aviation professionals, academics, and industry experts with insights into aviation finance and economics.

2. What topics are suitable for publication?

• Articles should focus on aviation finance, aircraft leasing, manufacturing, aviation economics, market trends, regulatory developments, and related areas. We’re looking for thought-provoking analysis and practical insights for industry stakeholders.

3. Can I submit an article I have published elsewhere?

• No, we only accept original, unpublished work. Articles under consideration elsewhere are not eligible.

4. How long should my article be?

• We recommend 1,500–2,500 words. If your piece exceeds this length, please contact our editorial team to discuss.

5. Can I include images or graphs?

• Yes, we encourage the use of visuals. Images and graphs must be high resolution (300 dpi) and submitted with appropriate captions and copyright permissions.

6. How does the review process work?

• Our editorial team reviews all submissions for relevance, quality, and originality. Articles may be edited for grammar, clarity, and formatting. Accepted authors will be notified within four weeks of submission.

7. Will I retain the rights to my work?

• Yes, you retain the rights to your article. However, Airline Economics holds exclusive publishing rights for six (6) months after publication.

8. How do I submit my article?

• Use our online submission form here to provide your details, upload your manuscript, and attach supplementary images.

9. What happens if my article is accepted?

• If accepted, you will receive a publication confirmation, and your article will appear in an upcoming issue of Airline Economics. We will notify you of the publication date and share a digital copy for your records.

We look forward to your contributions that inspire, inform, and drive the aviation finance industry forward. For further inquiries, please contact our editorial team at editorial@aviationnews-online.com