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Airbus Visit to Jazeera Airways Highlights Growing Kuwait-France Aviation Ties

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26 October 2026

Jazeera Airways welcomed Gabriel Semelas, President of Airbus in Africa and the Middle East for a meeting with Chief Executive Officer Barathan Pasupathi and members of the airline’s senior leadership team.

The visit celebrated Jazeera Airways’ longstanding partnership with Airbus at a pivotal moment in the airline’s growth journey, following the arrival of its newest Airbus A320neo aircraft from Toulouse, France. The landmark delivery, the first of 26 new aircraft on order, signals an exciting new phase of fleet expansion and network growth, supporting Jazeera Airways’ ambition to serve 10 million passengers across more than 100 destinations with a fleet of 50 aircraft by 2030. The investment reinforces the airline’s commitment to building a modern, fuel-efficient fleet and strengthening Kuwait’s connectivity with the world.

The meeting also highlighted 65 years of diplomatic relations between Kuwait and France, underscoring the important role of aviation, trade and investment in strengthening bilateral ties and creating new opportunities for collaboration and growth.

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Founded in 2004 as the Middle East’s first private airline, Jazeera Airways has grown into a strong regional carrier, proudly serving over 60 destinations across the Middle East, Central and South Asia, and Europe, carrying our heritage and passengers confidently forward.