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former pilot has been introduced as the brand new chief govt of the UK’s aviation regulator, because it conducts a assessment into the August financial institution vacation air site visitors management meltdown.
Rob Bishton will take up the main position on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) from October 21.
He joined the CAA in 2014 and beforehand frolicked at easyJet as chief pilot and head of plane operations.
It comes because the regulator mentioned it’ll think about “airline and airport costs” in its unbiased assessment of the occasions of the August 28 financial institution vacation.
There was main disruption to flights throughout UK airports after air site visitors management providers suffered a technical glitch.
The mixed price to airways in offering refunds, re-bookings, resort rooms and refreshments to affected passengers has been estimated at round £100 million by business physique the International Air Transport Association.
Former CAA chief govt Richard Moriarty stepped down earlier this yr after 5 years within the position.
Mr Bishton mentioned: “I am delighted to be taking on the role of chief executive. The Civil Aviation Authority plays a vital role in shaping the future of aviation and aerospace.
“I am committed to working closely with our stakeholders to ensure that the industry remains safe, innovative and competitive.
“It is our commitment to deliver for consumers, who rightly expect the highest standards from our industry.
“Working alongside all of our dedicated people, our fantastic executive team and the board, I look forward to building on the Civil Aviation Authority’s legacy of excellence on both the domestic and global stages.”
Transport Secretary Mark Harper mentioned: “It’s vital that the UK’s Civil Aviation Authority has strong leadership to manage and regulate one of the most competitive and innovative aviation sectors in the world, so it’s great to welcome Rob Bishton as the new chief executive officer.
“Rob has been a valuable member of the Civil Aviation Authority since 2014 and has over 30 years of aviation experience.
“It is welcome news to see that work continues to help deliver greater consumer protections, regulate the sector and ensure future innovation is done safely and securely.”
