American Airlines vice chair Kerr to retire in September

Derek Kerr, American Airlines vice chair, president of American Eagle and strategic advisor, is to retire at the end of September, the carrier has announced. After two decades as chief financial officer, Kerr stepped down in late 2022 in what American described as a ” long-planned succession process”. “Derek Kerr is one of the finest and most accomplished executives in the history of the airline business,” said chief executive Robert Isom. “I’m proud to call him a friend, and American is very well-positioned for the future because of his leadership. We wish him well as he begins his retirement.” “It