Island Air beefs up executive team

Saturday, 20 Sep, 2016 0

Hawaiian carrier Island Air has strengthened its leadership team with a new senior vice president of operations and two internal promotions.

Airline industry veteran David Lindskoog has been named senior vice president of operations.

He previously worked at Copa Airlines, North American Airlines and ATA Airlines.

William ‘Dee’ Airman, island Air’s director of safety, security and quality assurance, becomes VP of administration, safety and security.

In addition George Nichols has been promoted to vice president of information technology.

He has been the airline’s IT director since May 2015

Nichols previously served as head project manager for technology and services operations, employee relations, financial management, business strategy and project management at American Airlines.

"As part of Island Air’s focus on growing our airline and improving operations at all levels, we are continuing to build a strong leadership team," said David Uchiyama, president and CEO of Island Air.

"David, Dee and George have extensive experience in the airline industry and they fully understand what it takes to ensure the efficient and safe operation of the airline on a daily basis, while also planning for future growth and expansion."

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