Chris Sununu will assume leadership of Airlines for America as the next president and CEO on September 9.
A4A’s member airlines include major companies such as Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines.
Among the issues facing the new CEo is the ongoing uncertainty over the Dublin airport passenger cap.
Nick Calio will remain as CEO Emeritus through the end of 2025, focusing on legacy initiatives.
Sununu’s background includes engineering and leadership roles in both the ski resort industry and New Hampshire politics.
Industry leaders express their support for Sununu’s vision in advancing aviation safety and modernizing air traffic control systems.
Scott Kirby shared “I’ve personally long-admired Goernor. Sununu, and now that he’s left politics, we’re honored to have him as the new president and CEO of A4A.”
Robert Isom shared “Chris has consistently demonstrated strategic vision, operational expertise and a knack for getting hard things done … I look forward to working with him to advance aviation safety, modernize our air traffic control system, and ensure U.S. aviation continues to fuel the American economy.”
Chris Sununu shared “I am honored to join Airlines for America during this critical moment for an aviation… Strengthening and modernizing our system is vital for making the safest mode of transportation even safer and more efficient and maintaining the global competitiveness of the U.S. airline industry.”
