In the middle of the companies biggest crisis BA boss leaves the ship

British Airways will replace CEO Alex Cruz, while Aer Lingus Chairman and CEO Sean Doyle will take over the helm after a transition period. "We are mastering the worst crisis in our industry and I am confident that these internal promotions will ensure that the IAG is well positioned to emerge from a strong position," said Luis Gallego, CEO of IAG (OTCPK: ICAGY). who owns the BA, in a statement. Doyle worked in a variety of roles at British Airways before joining the airline's executive committee as Director of Network, Fleet and Alliances in 2016. In January 2019, he was named Aer Lingus Chief Executive Officer. More than 40 airlines have failed so far this year, and aviation analysts predict more will follow in the coming months.