Robin Hayes Appointed CEO of Airbus North America
Former JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes takes the helm at Airbus North America, aiming to bolster the company's competitive edge over Boeing.
- Robin Hayes, former CEO of JetBlue, has been named the new CEO of Airbus North America, starting June 3.
- Hayes' appointment follows his departure from JetBlue where he served for nine years, stepping down for health reasons.
- Airbus aims to capitalize on Boeing's current production challenges and regulatory scrutiny to increase its market share.
- Under Hayes' leadership, Airbus plans to deliver 800 commercial planes by year's end, nearly double Boeing's projected output.
- Hayes will oversee Airbus' commercial aircraft, as well as its helicopters, space, and defense businesses in North America.