Alliance Aviation Services Limited has appointed Lee Schofield as CEO of the company, taking over that position from Scott McMillan and responsible for day to day operation of the airline. Mr. McMillan will continue in the role of Managing Director and Executive of the company and the change will enable him to focus on the broader development of the business. Mr. McMillan was the founding CEO of the Alliance operation since inception in 2002.

As the business continues to develop he will focus less on the day-to-day operations and provide a dedicated focus towards the strategic direction of the business. In particular this will include continuing with the necessary changes that are required for all businesses in this industry to respond to change. Mr. Schofield has been with Alliance for nearly three years, most recently in the role of Chief Operating Officer, and has previously held senior roles in other aviation services companies.

Mr. Schofield will retain his previous responsibilities and will be accountable for the continued safe and efficient operation of the airline. Mr. Schofield has also been appointed a Director. Alliance has also recently appointed Mr. Shane Edwards as General Manager-Commercial.

This role will be responsible for the development of the contract and ad-hoc charter flying of the airline and will provide for a renewed and dedicated focus on the growth of the company's operations. Mr. Edwards is an experienced professional having worked in private and public entities across a diverse range of industry segments including mining, energy, education, major events, hotels and property. Mr. Edwards has held a number of senior roles with organizations including Careers Australia, the Talbot Group and the Brisbane Broncos.