JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes to Step Down, Joanna Geraghty to Become First Female CEO of a Major U.S. Airline

Geraghty's Appointment Comes Amid Legal Battle Over Proposed Acquisition of Spirit Airlines and a Drop in JetBlue's Stock

JetBlue's CEO Robin Hayes is stepping down due to health reasons and will be replaced by the airline's president and COO, Joanna Geraghty, on February 12.
Joanna Geraghty will be the first woman to lead a major U.S. airline.
Geraghty has been with JetBlue for nearly two decades and has held various leadership roles within the company.
JetBlue is currently awaiting a federal court decision on its proposed acquisition of Spirit Airlines, a deal that has been challenged by the Justice Department over antitrust concerns.
JetBlue's stock fell by more than 10% following the announcement of Hayes' departure.