AirAsia names new Philippines CEO

Aug 20, 2019Updated Jun 4, 20251 min read

AirAsia has named telecommunications executive Ricardo RickyIsla as the new CEO of AirAsia Philippines.

Isla joins AirAsia after more than a decade of international product development, sales and distribution experience with telecommunications giant PLDT Global Corporation.

In addition to his most recent role as regional head of operations for the United Kingdom and Europe, Isla has held general manager positions in its international retail business, as well as in the US, Italy and Singapore.

AirAsia Philippines’ chairman Maan Hontiveros said: “I am thrilled to welcome Ricky to our senior leadership team. Ricky has an outstanding track record of leading and transforming businesses, especially when it comes to increasing revenue and market share.”

He commenced his role as CEO of AirAsia Philippines 31 July.

AirAsia Philippines operates a fleet of 24 aircraft on more than 500 weekly domestic and international flights from its hubs in Manila, Clark, Cebu, and Kalibo.

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