Maciej Wilk named permanent CEO of Flair Airlines

A familiar face at Flair Airlines has officially taken on the role of CEO after serving in an interim capacity for the past year.

Maciej Wilk, who has led the Edmonton-based budget airline since June 2024 following the retirement of former CEO Stephen Jones, was confirmed as the permanent chief executive on Tuesday. Wilk originally joined Flair in 2023 as chief operating officer.

Wilk's past experience includes 10 years working at LOT Polish Airlines in Warsaw where he held the role of chief operating officer. Prior to LOT,  he spent six years with the accounting and consulting firm PwC.

“People kept asking if we were still looking. The truth is, we had looked, and it turned out our best candidate was already doing the job,” said Jim Young, Chair of Flair Airlines’ Board in a press release. “Maciej has spent the past year steering through weather disruptions, organizational shifts, and economic headwinds, all while sharpening our focus on reliability, affordability, and performance.”

As interim CEO, Wilk launched an on-time performance guarantee and introduced the "Flair FWD Take Off" platform, which features in-seat ordering and a redesigned, customer-focused website.

“I’m thrilled to make it official,” stated Wilk. “The title may be new, but the work and the mission haven’t changed. I believe in Flair, and I believe Canadians deserve air travel that’s efficient, accountable, and affordable for all. The past 12 months prove that it can be done, and we’re just getting started.”

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