Cornwall Airport Newquay is appointing Pete Downes as its new Managing Director from 4 May 2020.
Downes will be moving from his position as Aviation Director at London City Airport where he “has been instrumental” in route development and airline growth, delivering passenger traffic in excess of five million per year. It is hoped that his experience in the industry will support the airport’s continued strategic growth and enhance its contribution to the Cornish economy.
“I’m delighted to have the opportunity to lead the team at Cornwall Airport Newquay, building on the airport’s impressive track record of delivery for the region,” Pete Downes commenting on his appointment by saying. “Having spent several years working in the South West of England previously, I’m looking forward to returning and working together with our airlines, partners and stakeholders to create an exciting future for aviation in Cornwall.”
This appointment comes at a time of network developments at the airport, including connections to Aberdeen, Newcastle, Glasgow, London Gatwick and Amsterdam, expected to launch in the spring of 2020. Cornwall Airport Newquay flies to over 20 destinations with its eight airline partners.
Chairman of Cornwall Airport Newquay, Tim Jeans said, “As we reach more destinations by air than ever before from Cornwall, Pete is ideally placed to boost the future of the airport and the vital role it plays to connect visitors and businesses with our region.”
