begsby
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May 20, 2010
Dear Eagle and Executive Colleagues,
I am writing to let you know that I recently informed Gerard Arpey and the AMR Board of my intention to retire as President and Chief Executive of American Eagle. The youngest of my three children graduated from university this past weekend and I've decided that this is a good time to conclude one phase of my life and start the next. For the first time in 35 years, I plan to take a few months off and consider a variety of options for the future.
It has been the highlight of my 26-year airline career to be the President and CEO of American Eagle. I am grateful for the opportunity to have served with the wonderful people of American Eagle and am proud of the fact that we have successfully navigated more than 11 years of constant change. We responded quickly to the dramatic events of our times -- from 9/11 to wars in Afghanistan and Iraq; from epidemics to oil spikes and the global financial crisis. Unlike many competitors, we avoided bankruptcy or labor strife and have established an excellent safety culture and safety record and have revitalized our fleet and our facilities.
I have always admired and appreciated your professionalism, your commitment to safety and the courtesy which with you have treated me and each other. I am proud of all of you and the company we have built together. Finally, I am confident you will continue to operate a safe, reliable and successful airline for years to come.
Mr. Arpey plans to select a successor within the month and I will stay on to ensure a smooth transition to your new leader. I hope to see many of you in the interim, and say thank you in person. Until then, please work safely.
Sincerely,
Peter M. Bowler
President and CEO
American Eagle Airlines
Dear Eagle and Executive Colleagues,
I am writing to let you know that I recently informed Gerard Arpey and the AMR Board of my intention to retire as President and Chief Executive of American Eagle. The youngest of my three children graduated from university this past weekend and I've decided that this is a good time to conclude one phase of my life and start the next. For the first time in 35 years, I plan to take a few months off and consider a variety of options for the future.
It has been the highlight of my 26-year airline career to be the President and CEO of American Eagle. I am grateful for the opportunity to have served with the wonderful people of American Eagle and am proud of the fact that we have successfully navigated more than 11 years of constant change. We responded quickly to the dramatic events of our times -- from 9/11 to wars in Afghanistan and Iraq; from epidemics to oil spikes and the global financial crisis. Unlike many competitors, we avoided bankruptcy or labor strife and have established an excellent safety culture and safety record and have revitalized our fleet and our facilities.
I have always admired and appreciated your professionalism, your commitment to safety and the courtesy which with you have treated me and each other. I am proud of all of you and the company we have built together. Finally, I am confident you will continue to operate a safe, reliable and successful airline for years to come.
Mr. Arpey plans to select a successor within the month and I will stay on to ensure a smooth transition to your new leader. I hope to see many of you in the interim, and say thank you in person. Until then, please work safely.
Sincerely,
Peter M. Bowler
President and CEO
American Eagle Airlines
