Darren Friel

Darren Friel is an experienced aviation professional with a robust background in aircraft engineering and maintenance. Currently serving as the Lead Liaison Engineer for Line Maintenance at easyJet since November 2018, Darren has previously held significant roles, including Duty Engineer at easyJet and B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer at SRTechnics from April 2013 to December 2022. Additional experience includes serving as Station Engineer at Thomas Cook Aircraft Engineering Ltd and Licenced Aircraft Engineer B1 at British Airways from September 1988 to March 1999. Darren began a career in the field as an Apprentice Aircraft Engineer with South African Airways from January 1984 to September 1988. Education includes a Diploma in Management Studies from Loughborough University, focusing on Business Administration and Management.