Former New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu has been tapped to lead Airlines for America (A4A), the trade group representing the nation’s largest airlines. Sununu will take over as president and CEO on Sept. 9, succeeding Nick Calio, who is stepping down after 15 years at the helm.

“I am honored to join Airlines for America during this critical moment for an aviation industry that supports over 10 million jobs and serves as a key economic driver in communities big and small across the country,” Sununu said in a statement.

As governor, Sununu built a reputation as a business-friendly Republican who oversaw reductions in business tax rates and the elimination of the state’s only personal income tax, the interest and dividends tax. During his tenure, New Hampshire was consistently ranked among t

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