Bilal Ekşi, Founder of Turkish Airlines

About Bilal Ekşi

Bilal Ekşi is a Turkish aviation executive who served as the General Manager (CEO) of Turkish Airlines from 2016 to 2026. Prior to this, he worked at the SHGM (State Airports Authority) from 2011 to 2016 and has been active in the aviation sector since 2003.

Bilal Ekşi at a glance

• Company: Turkish Airlines
• Location: Istanbul, Turkey

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