Fiji Airways has confirmed that its Managing Director and CEO, Andre Viljoen, will be stepping down later in 2025 to take over as the Chief Executive Officer of Air Mauritius. This leadership transition marks a significant development for both carriers as they continue post-pandemic recovery efforts and strategic realignment.
Airbus has announced the appointment of Remi Maillard as Executive Vice President (EVP) of Engineering for its commercial aircraft division. Maillard previously served as President of Airbus India and South Asia, and will now take on a critical leadership role in the company’s global engineering organization.
AirAsia Aviation Group, the Malaysian-based low-cost airline conglomerate, has announced the appointment of Suresh Bangah as the new President and General Manager of AirAsia Philippines, succeeding Ricky Isla, who will transition into the role of Chief Advisor to the GM. The leadership change is part of a strategic move to strengthen the airline’s Philippine operations.
Maverick Horizon, a Dublin-based aviation investment and trading firm, has announced the appointment of Matvey Koloturskiy as Senior Vice President of Trading and Portfolio Development. Koloturskiy will also continue to serve in his existing role as Deputy CEO of the company’s parent, Vector Group, headquartered in Israel.
Brussels Airlines, the flag carrier of Belgium, has announced the appointment of Filip Aerts as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and a member of the Management Board, effective 01 August 2025. Aerts will succeed Tilman Reinshagen, who is leaving the Lufthansa Group to pursue other opportunities.
Aquila Air Capital, a U.S.-based aviation asset manager, has announced the appointment of Gary Lew as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The move comes as the company continues to expand its aircraft leasing and trading operations amid sustained demand for efficient mid-life aircraft solutions.
Willis Lease Finance Corporation, a U.S.-based leader in aviation leasing and asset management, has announced the appointment of Z. Clifton Dameron as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary, effective immediately. Dameron succeeds Dean Poulakidas, who has stepped down from the role to pursue other opportunities.
airBaltic, the national airline of Latvia, has officially launched an international executive search to appoint a new Chief Executive Officer, following the departure of longtime CEO Martin Gauss. The process is expected to last approximately three months, and notably, the airline confirmed that no compensation or severance will be paid to Gauss.
Altavair, a U.S.-based aviation investment and leasing firm, has announced the appointment of Beng Yip as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Head of Asia Pacific, marking a significant expansion in its executive leadership focused on the region. This move reflects Altavair’s intent to deepen its footprint in one of the fastest-growing aviation markets in the world.
STS Aviation Group (US) has announced two key executive promotions, effective immediately. Ethan Steele has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Head of Commercial, while Shane King has assumed the role of President of STS Aviation Services. These leadership changes reflect the company’s commitment to reinforcing its executive team as it expands its global footprint in MRO and engineering services.
