Oasis Hong Kong Airlines has strengthened its North American leadership team with the appointment of David Solloway as General Manager – North America. Solloway, a seasoned aviation management professional, will report to Senior Vice President – North America, Fritz Blayney.
Based in Vancouver, Solloway will be responsible for providing strategic direction to regional staff, ensuring the airline meets its revenue targets, passenger goals, and service standards. He will also oversee the maintenance of Oasis’s safety and efficiency standards within Canada.
In addition to his operational duties, Solloway will represent Oasis Hong Kong Airlines to civic and community organizations and manage government affairs related to the airline.
Solloway brings a wealth of international aviation management experience to the role. He previously served as the Director of Marketing for Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Prior to that, he held various positions at United Airlines over eight years, including General Manager roles in New Delhi, India; Hong Kong; and Bangkok, Thailand. He also served as Divisional Manager of Marketing and Sales in Hong Kong.
Before joining United Airlines, Solloway spent nine years in senior management roles with Canadian Airlines International, based in Hong Kong, Bangkok, and Singapore.
Solloway is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association, Rotary, and the Canadian Institute of Mortgage Brokers and Lenders. He has also held leadership positions with the Travel Industry Association of America and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, and the Board of Airlines Representatives in Hong Kong.
He also served on the Hong Kong Government Aviation Security Council.
A Canadian citizen, Solloway holds an Associate of Arts degree in Commerce, Marketing, and Retail Merchandising from Douglas College in Richmond, BC.