Northern Jet appoints Melanie Jones CFO

Former Continental Airlines and PwC finance executive Melanie Jones is the new chief financial officer at Northern Jet.

Posted in: News by Doug Gollan, May 6, 2025

Melanie Jones has been appointed as the chief financial officer of Northern Jet.

Jones’ previous experience included PricewaterhouseCoopers and Continental Airlines.

At PwC, she led audits for transportation companies and airport authorities.

At Continental Airlines, she held progressively senior finance roles, including an international assignment in Guam and ultimately serving as the head of finance at Newark Liberty International Airport.

Northern Jet CEO Chris Bull said, “Melanie’s passion for aviation, combined with her operational mindset and financial discipline, makes her an invaluable addition to our leadership team.”

He added, “Her experience aligns with our mission to deliver private aviation solutions that are personal, private, and authentic, while maintaining the highest standards of fiscal responsibility and performance.”

Northern Jet is the 15th-largest charter/fractional operator.

Jones has also held senior financial leadership roles in manufacturing, distribution, and investor-backed businesses.

She is a graduate of Texas A&M University.

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