Loganair announced an exciting new appointment. Chris Harcombe joins the Loganair Executive Team as Director of Business Development – Charter & Non-Schedule from 1st December. This newly created role is a strategic leadership role, responsible for driving revenue growth across charter and non-scheduled flight services for Loganair.
This role involves working closely with internal teams and external partners to capitalise on market opportunities, strengthen client and partner relationships, and develop bespoke solutions that address evolving organisational needs, ultimately supporting sustainable business growth.
Chris brings almost 20 years’ experience in the UK regional aviation sector with over 10 years' experience in strategic leadership positions. He spent more than 16 years at Doncaster Sheffield Airport, latterly as Managing Director until 2022. Before that, he led the airport’s air service development activity from 2013, helping to deliver market-leading passenger and cargo growth, doubling passenger traffic and establishing DSA among the UK’s top 10 cargo airports.
His career has also included roles at Liverpool John Lennon, Teesside and London Heathrow airports. Most recently, he served as Venue Director at The Murrayfield Experience from August 2024, responsible for all Hospitality and Food & Beverage operations at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium.
Chris Harcombe, Director of Business Development said: “I’m delighted to be joining Loganair at a critical time for UK regional connectivity and to have the opportunity to be part of shaping the next phase of Loganair’s development. Loganair fulfils a crucial role in connecting the communities and customers across the UK and beyond. I’m proud to be joining a dedicated and dynamic team in this new and exciting role.
"Building on Loganair’s trusted reputation and commitment to customer service, operational performance and leadership in sustainable aviation, I’m looking forward to working with customers new and old to strengthen existing partnerships and identify new opportunities.”
Luke Farajallah, CEO at Loganair, commented: “We're delighted to welcome Chris to the Loganair Executive Team. Chris brings an exceptional depth of experience in aviation, commercial development and customer-focused innovation. His track record in driving growth and building successful partnerships across the UK aviation sector makes him an outstanding addition to our executive team.
"As we strengthen and diversify our charter and non-scheduled services, Chris’s insight and experience will help us reach new markets, deepen our relationships with customers, and support the continued growth of the airline.”
Most recently, Loganair announced new routes to support the people of Jersey, offering vital connectivity to the UK mainland. The new Jersey routes include Exeter, Bristol and Southampton.
Earlier this year, Loganair was ranked second in the Which? annual customer survey of short-haul airlines, achieving a 72% customer score. The airline received a five-star rating for customer service and a four-star rating for booking, boarding, and cleanliness.
Loganair was also named the most punctual airline for UK arrivals and departures in Q2 2025 by the UK Civil Aviation Authority, with 86% of its flights arriving and departing on time.
