A report in the Altoona Mirror indicates the Amtran board has selected Josh Baker to succeed Eric Wolf as General Manager. Wolf announced his retirement some time ago after 25 years of service. Baker has been with Amtran for 8 years, and says he is grateful for the opportunity. Apparently Baker was the only person to apply for the job, possibly the result of others knowing that he would be promoted to the top position once wolf retired. Baker said he doesn’t foresee any major changes in the current operation of the company. Baker received an initial 2 year contract with the option of annual renewals, which will be up to the board of directors. He begins his new duties on July 1st.
