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Virgin Atlantic Appoints Richard Mc Cord As Chief Financial Officer

PRIVATESep 04, 2026•4 days ago

Position

Chief Financial Officer

Company

Virgin Atlantic

Richard McCord
CrawleyTransportationTravelAir Transportation

Description

Virgin Atlantic has appointed Richard McCord from London Luton Airport as their new Chief Financial Officer, effective October 5. McCord will join the airline’s executive leadership team and oversee various financial operations. His extensive experience is expected to strengthen Virgin Atlantic’s financial position.

Company Information

Company

Virgin Atlantic

Location

Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

About

Virgin Atlantic is Britain’s second-largest carrier, renowned for bringing style, wit, and passion to air travel since its first flight in 1984. The airline offers non-stop transatlantic routes to destinations such as New York, Orlando, the Caribbean, Delhi, and Johannesburg, and through its joint venture with Delta, Air France, and KLM, connects customers to over 350 cities worldwide. Committed to redefining modern travel, Virgin Atlantic focuses on sustainability, inclusivity, and delivering exceptional experiences—from innovative service to the little touches that make every journey memorable.

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