NCAA also said Enugu Air designated XEJET as its operational partner pending the approval of its Air Operator Certificate (AOC).
By Kehinde Okeowo
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, (NCAA), said it has approved the commencement of domestic flight operations by Enugu Air, a few hours after the Enugu State Government unveiled the airline.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by NCAA’s Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu.
According to him, the regulatory agency hinged its approval on the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development’s 5-Point Agenda, which is aimed at promoting the growth of indigenous airlines.
He also noted that the mantra is to enhance ease of we doing business and deepen sectoral reforms.
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The statement further noted that Enugu Air has designated XEJET as its operational partner pending the conclusion of its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) process.
“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.”
Achimugu added that ticket sales for flights are facilitated via the XEJET platform, which is accessible through a redirect on the Enugu Air official website.
He said NCAA remains committed to enabling a supportive regulatory environment for indigenous carriers, ensuring fair competition, and upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and consumer protection in Nigeria’s air transport industry.
