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DGCA fines Air India Rs 1 crore after A320 operated eight flights without valid airworthiness certificate

India's aviation regulator DGCA has fined Air India Rs 1 crore (~$110,350) after an Airbus A320 operated eight passenger sectors on Nov 24–25 without a valid Airworthiness Review Certificate. The DGCA suspended two CAMO executives and ordered removal of responsible post‑holders, citing erosion of public confidence.

2026-02-13T12:13:15.738250-08:00

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Allegiant Air appoints new SVP and chief integration officer

2026-02-15T05:46:18.020507-08:00

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Wizz Air names new Chief Commercial Officer as appointee and strategy details remain undisclosed

2026-02-15T04:59:57.280183-08:00

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Virgin Australia names Andrew Cleary as Chief Customer Officer and CEO Velocity; senior strategy leaders to depart

2026-02-12T19:49:09.414425-08:00

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Allegiant Air appoints new SVP and chief integration officer Allegiant Air has appointed a new senior vice president and chief integration officer to lead cross‑functional integration, align strategic programs and centralize oversight of major projects as the leisure carrier expands its network and prepares for upcoming corporate initiatives and partnerships.

2026-02-15T05:46:18.020507-08:00

Allegiant Air appoints new SVP and chief integration officer

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Wizz Air names new Chief Commercial Officer as appointee and strategy details remain undisclosed Wizz Air has appointed a new chief commercial officer but has not disclosed the appointee's identity or the commercial strategy they will pursue. The lack of detail leaves questions about potential changes to network planning, product rollouts and revenue management until the carrier issues a fuller announcement.

2026-02-15T04:59:57.280183-08:00

Wizz Air names new Chief Commercial Officer as appointee and strategy details remain undisclosed

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Alaska Airlines promotes Ben Brookman to VP of Real Estate and Corporate Affairs On Feb. 12, 2026 Alaska Airlines promoted Ben Brookman to vice president of real estate and corporate affairs. Brookman, a 17‑year airline industry veteran, will lead Alaska’s global airport real estate strategy and oversee investments across the carrier’s airport portfolio and corporate affairs functions.

2026-02-14T10:50:43.242785-08:00

Alaska Airlines promotes Ben Brookman to VP of Real Estate and Corporate Affairs

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DGCA fines Air India Rs 1 crore after A320 operated eight flights without valid airworthiness certificate India's aviation regulator DGCA has fined Air India Rs 1 crore (~$110,350) after an Airbus A320 operated eight passenger sectors on Nov 24–25 without a valid Airworthiness Review Certificate. The DGCA suspended two CAMO executives and ordered removal of responsible post‑holders, citing erosion of public confidence.

2026-02-13T12:13:15.738250-08:00

DGCA fines Air India Rs 1 crore after A320 operated eight flights without valid airworthiness certificate

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British Airways appoints Victoria Schuster as Director of Customer Experience (Senior VP), succeeding Calum Laming British Airways has appointed Victoria Schuster as director of customer experience (Senior Vice President), replacing Calum Laming. The hire comes as BA continues to grapple with operational challenges, signaling a leadership push to stabilise passenger experience and restore confidence after recent disruptions.

2026-02-13T01:49:31.527039-08:00

British Airways appoints Victoria Schuster as Director of Customer Experience (Senior VP), succeeding Calum Laming

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Virgin Australia names Andrew Cleary as Chief Customer Officer and CEO Velocity; senior strategy leaders to depart Virgin Australia has reorganised its senior leadership, naming Andrew Cleary chief customer officer and CEO Velocity from 23 Mar 2026, consolidating customer, loyalty and retail functions. Velocity CEO Nick Rohrlach and strategy chief Alistair Hartley will depart on 30 April; reports say CEO Jayne Hrdlicka will step down.

2026-02-12T19:49:09.414425-08:00

Virgin Australia names Andrew Cleary as Chief Customer Officer and CEO Velocity; senior strategy leaders to depart

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Vertical Aviation International restructures leadership to strengthen accountability and governance Vertical Aviation International said it has restructured its leadership to strengthen accountability, execution and governance across the company. The reorganisation, VAI said, aims to tighten oversight, clarify responsibilities and accelerate delivery of its Advanced Air Mobility programmes. The company announced the changes in a statement.

2026-02-12T05:25:24.872005-08:00

Vertical Aviation International restructures leadership to strengthen accountability and governance

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Air Tahiti Nui names Lionel Guérin CEO, effective 11 February 2026 Air Tahiti Nui has appointed Lionel Guérin as chief executive officer, effective 11 February 2026. Guérin — a board member since April 2025 — succeeds Philippe Marie and brings senior leadership experience at Air France, Transavia France, HOP! and Air Moana.

2026-02-12T00:25:37.692879-08:00

Air Tahiti Nui names Lionel Guérin CEO, effective 11 February 2026

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DGCA fines Air India Rs 1 crore after A320 operated eight flights without valid airworthiness certificate

Allegiant Air appoints new SVP and chief integration officer

Wizz Air names new Chief Commercial Officer as appointee and strategy details remain undisclosed

Virgin Australia names Andrew Cleary as Chief Customer Officer and CEO Velocity; senior strategy leaders to depart

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