Familiar face back at the controls of Wasaya Airways.

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Tom Morris is back at the helm of Wasaya Airways in Thunder Bay.

The aviation industry veteran has been appointed the new president-CEO of the First Nation-owned regional air carrier. He replaces Michael Rodyniuk.

The selection of Morris was unanimously approved by the Wasaya board of directors and their business partner, Exchange Income Corporation (EIC).

Morris brings 22 years of airline experience with Wasaya, including 14 years as CEO.

He had retired from the airline in 2015.

In a Sept. 5 Wasaya news release, Morris said he was honoured to return to the fold.

"I have invested many years into Wasaya as a company and helping the people and communities in our region. I am looking forward to moving forward and build on opportunities and continue with the growth and success of Wasaya."

Joining Morris will be Brad Martin, the new chief operating officer.

Martin comes to Wasaya with 41 years of aviation experience, including at Bearskin Airlines where he has been CEO since 2014.

He'll transition to full-time at Wasaya by January.

"I have had the privilege to work alongside Wasaya in the industry for over 25 years," said Martin.

"It is a great honour to be associated with a company that has a great depth, association and understanding of the aviation industry within northwestern Ontario. I have a great respect for Wasaya and its staff and am looking forward to working with the team to continue providing the up-most service the guests and customers have come to expect from the Wasaya brand."

Rodyniuk had been vice-president and COO of the aviation...