BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 14. Mario Chaves
has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Azerbaijan Airlines’
Passenger Airline, a subsidiary of Azerbaijan Airlines Group. He
will lead the airline’s development during a significant growth
period.
This was reported by the Press Service of Azerbaijan Airlines
CJSC.
Mario Chaves has more than 30 years of professional experience
in the aviation industry. Since 2023, he has served as Chief
Operating Officer at TAP Air Portugal. Prior to this, he served as
Chief Executive Officer of Portugalia Airlines, Chief Operating and
Commercial Officer of Grupo SATA, Acting CEO of Cabo Verde
Airlines, and later as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.
His professional aviation career began in 1995, joining TAP Air
Portugal as a pilot in 1998. He subsequently held senior global
positions at IATA HQ in flight operations, both in regulatory and
efficiency fields, and held senior positions at various
international airlines. The new executive’s extensive international
experience in airline operations and commercial management in
senior leadership positions will make a significant contribution to
the airline’s expansion strategy.
The appointment is part of Azerbaijan Airlines’ ongoing efforts
to support sustainable development, enhance operational excellence,
improve customer experience and implement leading international
practices.
