The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has approved the “commencement of domestic flight operations by Enugu Air, in line with the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development’s 5-Point Agenda aimed at promoting the growth of indigenous airlines, the DGCAs mantra enhancing ease of doing business, and deepening sectoral reforms.”
According to the CAA, “Enugu Air has designated XEJET as its operational partner pending the conclusion of its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) process.”
NCAA says: “Pursuant to this partnership, XEJET has completed a full variation process to integrate the EMB 170 aircraft into its Operations Specifications (OpsSpecs), in accordance with NCAA’s five-phase certification procedure. As such, XEJET is duly authorised to operate scheduled commercial flights on behalf of Enugu Air under current NCAA guidelines.”
In the interim, ticket sales for Enugu Air flights is facilitated via the XEJET platform, accessible through a redirect on the Enugu Air official website.
The Hon. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Barrister Festus Keyamo was in Enugu State to flag off the inaugural flight and operations of the State-owned airline, Enugu Air.
The Hon. Minister was warmly received by the Executive Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, members of the State Executive Council, distinguished leaders and elders of Enugu State, revered traditional rulers, and a vibrant crowd of enthusiastic citizens who gathered to witness this historic moment.
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