ATLANTIC Aviation Group has announced a new member to its board of directors.
The Shannon-based company announced that Hugh Flynn is to join the board, complementing his work with ASL Aviation Holdings where he is director and holds several other board and committee roles.
Mr Flynn is also the chairman of the Board of Directors at Formidion Aviation Capital.
During his tenure as Group Chief Executive of ASL from 2005 to July 2020, Mr Flynn spearheaded several significant transactions, including key airline acquisitions. Under his leadership, ASL achieved an annual turnover of $1billion dollars and expanded its global fleet to over 160 aircraft.
An experienced pilot and flying instructor, Mr Flynn has dual Irish and South African citizenship, starting his career in 1984 with Safair.
Over the past three decades, he held different CEO roles in the US, South Africa, and UK, solidifying his reputation as a senior aviation business leader.
Mr Flynn said that he was inspired by the ambition shown by Atlantic Aviation Group and was excited to join the board.
“I am truly impressed by the ambition, drive, and character of the ownership, leadership, and team at Atlantic Aviation Group. I am delighted to join such a dynamic organisation and look forward to contributing to its ongoing growth and success,” he said.
Shane O’Neill, Chief Executive Officer of Atlantic Aviation Group said that Mr Flynn’s experience will be an asset to the company.
“Hugh’s vast experience and deep understanding of the aviation industry are highly regarded, and we are confident that his insights will be invaluable as we continue to build a sustainable and successful future for AAG, our customers, and our community. We look forward to working closely with Hugh as we drive our plans forward,” Mr O’Neill said.
