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Jazeera Airways names Andrew Littledale new CFO

Jazeera Airways has appointed Andrew Littledale as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective July 1, 2026.

A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (FCMA), he brings more than 25 years of international finance leadership experience, including senior executive roles within the aviation sector.

Welcoming Littledale to the airline, Chief Executive Officer Barathan Pasupathi highlighted his extensive aviation finance expertise and strong track record in financial strategy, business transformation and capital management.

Pasupathi said Littledale’s experience would play a key role in supporting Jazeera Airways’ growth plans, strengthening the business and delivering long-term value for shareholders, customers and employees.

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