Steven Greenway, CEO of Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal, announced on April 2, 2026, that he is stepping down from his role, citing personal reasons after a period of intense work.
In a LinkedIn post, Greenway stated, Working @ 1,000% takes its toll, and confirmed he will remain in an advisory capacity until the end of 2026. He joined flyadeal in 2024, leading the airline through significant expansion aligned with Saudi Arabias Vision 2030 aviation strategy.
Under his leadership, flyadeal saw passenger numbers grow by nearly one third, surpassing 10 million annually for the first time. The Jeddah-based carrier expanded its fleet and route network, and in 2025 ordered 10 A330-900neo aircraft to enter the long-haul market.
Sanjiv Kapoor, EVP of Strategies, Transformation and Sustainability at parent company Saudia, will serve as interim CEO until a permanent appointment is made by the Saudia Group.
Greenways departure follows recent leadership changes at other regional low-cost carriers, including IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers stepping down on March 10, 2026, replaced by Willie Walsh, and Jazeera Airways Deputy CEO and CFO Krishnan Balakrishnan leaving on March 12, 2026.