Japan Airlines Names Former Flight Attendant as First Female President
Tottori’s appointment is all the more significant in a country which continues to grapple with gender equality issues.
Gordon Smith is Airlines Editor at Skift and Editor at Airline Weekly. He’s covered the industry for more than 15 years across television, print, and digital platforms. Since joining Skift in January 2024, he has interviewed more than 20 airline CEOs, often helping make headlines along the way. Send stories/tips via Signal: smithgme.01
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