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UK operator appoints operations director
Southampton-based executive jet operator, Club 328, has promoted Alan Hudson to operations director.

Southampton-based executive jet operator, Club 328, has promoted Alan Hudson to operations director. He was previously deputy chief pilot and training manager and will report directly to Club 328 ceo Mike Farge, based at the company's Southampton Airport HQ.

Hudson will oversee all aspects of operations and will be responsible for managing pilots and cabin crew. The company says it is expanding its operations department and is currently recruiting for additional Premier I pilots.

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