"Air Jamahiriya" is a term sometimes used in reference to Libyan Arab Airline, the national airline of Libya. Synonyms for "Air Jamahiriya" include Libyan Arab Airline, Libyan Airlines, and Libyan Air. These terms are interchangeably used to describe the airline and its services. The name "Air Jamahiriya" is derived from the concept of Jamahiriya, a form of government advocated by Muammar Gaddafi, the former leader of Libya. It aimed to promote a direct democracy, emphasizing the collective power of the people, and "Air Jamahiriya" reflects the airline's connection to this ideology. However, in recent years, the name "Air Jamahiriya" has become less commonly used, and Libyan Arab Airline or Libyan Airlines are now more frequently employed to describe the country's national carrier.