flydubai has reaffirmed its commitment to safety excellence by signing the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Safety Leadership Charter, marking a major step in strengthening its organisational safety culture.
The charter was signed by flydubai’s CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith, and reflects the airline’s dedication to upholding the highest standards of safety across all areas of operation.
By joining more than 150 global airlines that have signed the charter, flydubai reinforces its commitment to fostering a proactive safety culture that prioritises the wellbeing of passengers and employees alike.
Developed in collaboration with industry stakeholders, the IATA Safety Leadership Charter is a global initiative designed to promote safety through visible leadership and engagement. It encourages aviation leaders to build trust, accountability, and continuous improvement across their organisations.
The charter’s principles focus on leading by example, fostering a culture of safety awareness, and driving ongoing evaluation and enhancement of safety practices at every level.
Ghaith Al Ghaith, chief executive officer at flydubai, said, “We are pleased to sign the IATA Safety Leadership Charter, re-emphasising our commitment to the highest standards of aviation safety. By embedding the Charter’s guiding principles into our daily operations and sharing our experiences, insights and best practices, we aim to further contribute towards a stronger and safer global aviation industry. Fostering a safety-first culture remains a high priority at flydubai and we look forward to working with our industry partners to maintain safety throughout our entire operations.”
Khalid Alhumaidan, senior vice president of compliance, safety & sustainability at flydubai, added, “Joining the IATA Safety Leadership Charter marks an important milestone in flydubai’s journey to continuously strengthen our safety culture. Leadership plays a vital role in shaping safety outcomes, and through this Charter, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting trust, accountability and transparency at every level of the organisation. It reflects our ongoing efforts to enhance our Safety Management System and ensure that every decision we make prioritises the wellbeing of our passengers, workforce and stakeholders.”
