About Jim French
Born 1953. Jim French is a business executive.
James French (born 4 July 1953) is the former chairman and CEO of the airline Flybe. He owned approximately 7% of the overall business.
History French began his aviation career in 1970 with Caledonian Airways, before joining AirUK in 1980 French first joined Flybe in 1990, when it was known as Jersey European Airways; becoming commercial director shortly after. He subsequently became deputy Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer. In 2001, French became chief executive of Flybe and became chairman in 2005. Saad Hammad, formerly of EasyJet airline, became CEO
Awards French was appointed a CBE in 2009.
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Who is Jim French?
British businessman
When was Jim French born?
Jim French was born on 4 July 1953.
What is Jim French's occupation?
Jim French is a business executive.
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· DBpedia: Jim French (businessman)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim French. https://biography.guide/jim-french/
MLA: "Jim French." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-french/.
Chicago: "Jim French." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-french/.
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