Javier Echave
Javier Echave is an experienced executive in the aviation industry, currently serving as the Deputy Chief Executive of Heathrow Airport. He played a crucial role during a recent crisis when the airport was forced to close due to a fire at an electrical substation, stepping in to make critical decisions about the airport's operations while his superior, Chief Executive Thomas Woldbye, delegated responsibilities to ensure a smooth recovery and reopening.
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Javier Echave, the COO of Heathrow, was present at the airport during the blackout and decided to close it.
Heathrow, ceo irraggiungibile durante il blackout di marzo: «Dormiva e aveva il telefono in modalità silenziosa»
Italy· 2025-05-30
Javier Echave, Heathrow's chief operating officer, was involved in making critical decisions early on Friday during the power cut.
Heathrow airport closure deeply concerning, says PM
United Kingdom· 2025-03-25
Javier Echave was left in charge to make key decisions while the electrical substation feeding the airport was on fire.
afirman que tenía energía para seguir funcionando y su mayor directivo se fue a dormir en medio del caos
Argentina· 2025-03-24
Javier Echave was delegated the decision to shut the airport by Thomas Woldbye.
Service at Heathrow airport returns to normal two days after forced closure | Heathrow airportUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-23