In a refreshing change for a predominantly male-oriented industry, Jazeera Airways operated the first flight with an all-female deck and cabin crew to commemorate International Women’s Day 2023.

To mark International Women’s Day 2023, Jazeera Airways, Kuwaiti low-cost airline, operated its first flight with an all-female deck and cabin crew of eight-members including the pilot and co-pilot. According to a press statement, the A320neo carrying 172 passengers flew from Kuwait to Riyadh, setting a significant example of motivating diversity, gender parity and women’s empowerment in a predominantly male-oriented industry. This milestone by Jazeera Airways also highlights the #EmbraceEquity motto of International Women’s Day this year, the airline adds in its statement.

“This year started with us announcing record profits for the year which was followed by the launch of two new destinations and now this momentous flight. I truly appreciate our crew for their service every day. While it is a historic moment for us, for these hardworking women, it is just another day at work. At Jazeera, employees are the backbone of our company and we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that by valuing and absorbing diverse perspectives from employees, we can create a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organisation,” says Rohit Ramachandran, CEO of Jazeera Airways.

Since its debut flight from Kuwait in 2005, Jazeera Airlines has grown to operate 19 aircraft to 59 locations in the Middle East, Central and South Asia, Africa, and Eur

ope. Jazeera Airways also highlighted their mission to promote diversity, inclusivity, and gender balance among its roughly 1,200 employees, who represent 68 different nationalities. The airline reinstated its commitment to the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) 25by2025 project, which aims to shift the gender balance in the aviation sector, officials added.

“It’s been a pleasure to be a part of today’s all women flight to Riyadh on International Women’s Day. I would like to congratulate the entire crew headed by Capt. Elif Guveyler and the amazing Jazeera team on the ground. The aviation industry is one of the most exciting places to build a career and break barriers, I’m hoping to be on many more flights led by women in the air and supported by women on the ground,” says Seham Al Husaini, Board Member of Jazeera Airways who was a passenger with the crew.