Flybe has formally announced the appointment of Andrew McConnell as their new Director of Communications and Public Affairs. McConnell joins Europe’s largest regional airline after six years working in the aviation industry, most recently as the Head of UK Corporate and Public Affairs at easyJet.
McConnell’s experience in the industry is extensive, having also held public affairs, corporate social responsibility and media roles at companies including Heathrow Express and Gatwick Express. He replaces Niall Duffy who has decided to leave to pursue other opportunities after seven years with Flybe.
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Paul Simmons, Chief Commercial Officer at Flybe, said: “We are delighted to welcome Andrew on board and look forward to the significant contribution he will make at Flybe. He is a highly effective and driven communications professional with a proven track record of delivering high profile and innovative work. As we continue to deliver on our turnaround plan and enter a new era of growth, Andrew’s role will be invaluable to our success.”
Andrew McConnell, commenting on his appointment, added: “Flybe represents an exciting challenge and an enormous opportunity: this is a business whose transformation is well underway and which has enormous potential to grow exponentially as it becomes Europe’s best regional airline. I am excited to be part of this journey and look forward to working with the excellent team at Flybe to help deliver the airline’s ambitions.”