Abdul Wahab Teffaha has been the secretary-general of the Arab Air Carriers' Organization since 1996.
After earning his master’s degree in socio-economic development and political sociology, Teffaha joined AACO as an assistant tariff analyst and rose to become assistant secretary-general in 1992.
He was elected secretary-general of the association in June 1996 and still serves in this capacity.
Teffaha played a crucial role in developing a new strategy to benefit AACO member airlines, including projects dealing with distribution agreements, ground handling, fuel, training and handling maintenance, repair and operations of the member airplanes.
Teffaha also leads AACO on all industry-related issues.
AACO is a non-political, nonprofit organization founded in 1965 with 30 constituent airline members from 18 countries.
“Flying is a dream coming true. Throughout the last 50 years, AACO members have transformed air transport from a conventional transportation mode to an experience of joy and delight. AACO is proud to be the association of such an elite group of airlines and views its 50th year as only a springboard for a greater global presence and a greater fulfillment of our guests’ aspirations.” said Teffaha at a conference earlier.