Virgin Atlantic Airways appoints new General Manager India

In his new role, Burke will be responsible for the management and operations of the Virgin Atlantic Airways in India. He will also focus on strategic corporate initiatives and business development for the brand, thus strengthening the airline’s position in the country with the support of his team and partners.

Burke, who has studied from the University of Plymouth in the U.K, acts as the Chairperson of the Aviation Working Group within the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China (EUCCC) and also sits on the British Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee.

About Virgin Atlantic Airways

Virgin Atlantic Airways is Britain’s second largest long-haul airline and currently operates 14 flights every week between India and the UK, with daily services to London from Delhi and Mumbai. The carrier launched its services into Indian subcontinent in Jun-00.

On its long-haul routes, Virgin Atlantic operates a three class service: Upper Class (the airline’s business class), Premium Economy and Economy. Virgin Atlantic launched the Upper Class Suite in Nov-03.

© Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation. Date posted: 16-Jun-08

In-depth analysis of the Indian airline and airport sectors, including latest traffic and financial reports and outlooks, is available each month in the Monthly Essential India.
 

Other Virgin Atlantic News

• Virgin Atantic announces the creation of over 200 jobs
• Virgin Atlantic reaffirms relationship with LSG Sky Chefs
• Virgin Atlantic announce benefits for Frequent Flyers with V Australia & Virgin Blue
• Virgin Atlantic confirms order for ten Airbus A330 aircraft
• Virgin Atlantic releases iPhone app for people afraid of flying
• Virgin Atlantic implements highest assurance SSL Technology from GlobalSign
• AerCap to lease ten new Airbus A330s to Virgin Atlantic
• Virgin Atlantic and All Nippon Airways code †sharing agreement
• Virgin Atlantic Joins Forces With Regus
• Virgin Atlantic new service between London Gatwick and Puerto