JetBlue Airways has announced the appointment of John Culp as vice president of in-flight experience.
Culp steps into this new role after serving as JetBlue’s director of in-flight field operations as the carrier aims to add another 850 new crew members during 2016.
He joined JetBlue in 2007 and has held the positions of manager of in-flight business and resource management and director of in-flight performance and quality.
"Our inflight crewmembers are the best in the sky and each day they bring the JetBlue brand to life. I am thrilled to continue working with our in-flight crewmembers in this new role and look forward to working together to continue evolving our award-winning onboard service," said Culp, who was a former flight attendant at Continental Airlines.
Culp replaces Rachel McCarthy, who becomes JetBlue’s new vice president – talent.
She will lead all hiring and talent development strategy at JetBlue.
McCarthy previously held the posts of director – product development and director of in-flight field operations and during a 25-year career in aviation previously worked for Delta Air Lines and United Airlines in a variety of commercial management positions.
"Over their careers at JetBlue, John and Rachel have proven to be terrific leaders who understand that our culture is critical to our success," said JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes.
