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Dave Davis Appointed CEO of Spirit Airlines After Bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines has appointed former Sun Country Airlines CFO Dave Davis as its new CEO, effective April 21, 2025. The move follows Spirit's recent emergence from bankruptcy and aims to guide the airline toward profitability by transforming it into a more upscale carrier.

2025-04-17T06:09:38.970016-07:00

FlightGlobal

Airbus Shareholders Back CEO Guillaume Faury Amid U.S. Tariff Concerns

2025-04-15T09:44:38.548387-07:00

Seeking Alpha

Spirit Airlines CEO and Chief Commercial Officer Exit After Bankruptcy Emergence

2025-04-07T05:23:45.216220-07:00

Skift

Change at Helm as airBaltic Positions for IPO and Stabilization

2025-04-07T07:11:23.087126-07:00

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Breitflyte

American Airlines Nominates Kathryn Farmer to Board of Directors American Airlines has nominated Kathryn Farmer, President and CEO of BNSF Railway, to its board of directors. The nomination will be voted on during the upcoming annual stockholder meeting in June, potentially bringing Farmer's extensive experience in transportation management to the airline's strategic leadership.

2025-04-18T07:44:19.134501-07:00

American Airlines Nominates Kathryn Farmer to Board of Directors

PaxEx.Aero

Gogo Chairman Oakleigh Thorne Steps Back from Daily Operations Gogo's Executive Chairman Oakleigh Thorne is transitioning away from the daily operations of the company. This move comes on the heels of Gogo's recent strategic rebranding following the acquisition of Satcom Direct, signaling a potential shift in leadership and strategic focus for the company.

2025-04-18T05:52:19.201980-07:00

Gogo Chairman Oakleigh Thorne Steps Back from Daily Operations

Fortune

KLM's Strategic Leadership and Schiphol Airport's Influence in European Aviation KLM's leadership shapes strategic initiatives to maintain its competitive edge as Schiphol Airport continues to be a pivotal player in European aviation, facilitating vital connectivity. The airport's central role highlights its impact on aviation strategies and market dynamics amidst regulatory challenges. A recent decision to cap flights reflects balancing market needs.

2025-04-18T05:40:28.079460-07:00

KLM's Strategic Leadership and Schiphol Airport's Influence in European Aviation

Seattle Times

Boeing Addresses Employee Concerns with New Corporate Values Boeing is introducing five new corporate values to rebuild trust among its workforce, following internal feedback that employees feel underappreciated and distrust senior leadership. The initiative aims to address cultural issues as Boeing continues its efforts to improve safety and quality.

2025-04-17T15:06:39.110746-07:00

Boeing Addresses Employee Concerns with New Corporate Values

SpaceNews.com

Bill Nye Discusses NASA Budget Cuts on Space Minds Podcast Bill Nye, CEO of the Planetary Society, addresses the impact of NASA's proposed budget cuts on space exploration and science missions on the Space Minds podcast. He shares insights on the importance of sustaining investments in critical space initiatives amid financial constraints.

2025-04-17T10:47:26.934631-07:00

Bill Nye Discusses NASA Budget Cuts on Space Minds Podcast

AINonline

Levo Launches AI Platform for Charter Flight Matching

2025-04-17T10:24:51.376742-07:00

Levo Launches AI Platform for

Reuters

Lockheed Martin Appoints Evan Scott as New CFO Amid Leadership Shuffle Lockheed Martin announces Evan Scott as the new Chief Financial Officer, replacing Jay Malave who departs to pursue other opportunities. Scott, a 26-year veteran at the company, steps into the CFO role at a challenging time for the defense giant, marking the fifth CFO change in seven years.

2025-04-17T07:12:24.108785-07:00

Lockheed Martin Appoints Evan Scott as New CFO Amid Leadership Shuffle

Wall Street Journal

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Dave Davis Appointed CEO of Spirit Airlines After Bankruptcy Spirit Airlines has appointed former Sun Country Airlines CFO Dave Davis as its new CEO, effective April 21, 2025. The move follows Spirit's recent emergence from bankruptcy and aims to guide the airline toward profitability by transforming it into a more upscale carrier.

2025-04-17T06:09:38.970016-07:00

Dave Davis Appointed CEO of Spirit Airlines After Bankruptcy

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