As much as dabbling into conspiracy theories about why TLS is leaving makes us all think we’re smarter and know the “real truth”, the story presented is by far the most logical one. His position became redundant as Int CEO as there is no Int flying forecast for a year. When it does start up again it could probably be managed under existing management structures for a little while before a dedicated Int CEO is needed again.
As much as TLS copped criticism over his initial letter to Flt Crew last year, I think he showed a lot of effort by turning up to most webinars and taking questions on demand. It’s never a good thing to be made redundant in any job.