'Proud of what they've done': Jetstar Asia CEO expresses gratitude to crew on airline's final day of operations
After over two decades of service in the region, Singapore-based budget airline Jetstar Asia will operate its final flights on Thursday (July 31).Speaking to the media at Changi Airport Terminal 4 on Thursday, Jetstar Asia's CEO, John Simeone, 56, reflected on the airline's final day, while praising the team behind its success. «It is a sad and emotional day. I've been in the crew lounge since 5.30am this morning to see off all the crew, and I'll be here tonight to welcome our last flight from Manila,» Simeone, whose career in aviation spans 26 years, said.The Australian, who took over as CEO in January 2024, reflected on the challenging journey of leading the airline through its final months.«One of the things I'll miss the most is the friendliness and dedication of the crew,» he said. «I've found this group of people to be incredibly committed professionals in the aviation industry, and I am so proud of what they have done.»