Icelandair announces the appointment of Guðmundur Tómas Sigurðsson for the role of VP Flight Operations.
Guðmundur Tómas is the successor of Haukur Reynisson who has held the position since 2018.
Haukur will continue working for the company as captain.
Since 2021, Guðmundur Tómas has served as NP Crew Training and Head of Training. He began his career with Icelandair as a pilot in 2005.
From 2010 to 2014, he flew for Cargolux before returning to Icelandair.
Between 2015 and 2021, he worked as subject matter expert in aircraft performance.
Additionally, he has been a longstanding member of the Training Department, serving as both a theoretical and simulator instructor/examiner.
Sylvia Kristin Olafsdottir, Icelandair chief operating officer said: “Guðmundur Tómas has diverse experience within Icelandair and knowledge of the company’s operations.
“His experience will undoubtedly be very useful in this extensive role. Guðmundur Tómas takes over the role from Haukur Reynisson, who has successfully led the team for six years.
“I want to extend my thanks to Haukur Reynisson for excellent work in recent years and I look forward to working together with both of them in new roles on the exciting projects we have ahead.”
Guðmundur Tómas Sigurðsson, Icelandair VP Flight Operations: “I am very excited to take on this new role within this great company and proud to be entrusted with the responsibilities it entails.
“There are very exciting times ahead in the aviation sector and I look forward to working on the many diverse and exciting projects related to, among others, fleet renewal, technological advancements and sustainability.”
