NCAA Grants Enugu Air Interim Operational Approval via XEJET Partnership
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), in a strategic move to bolster indigenous airline development and foster sectoral reforms, has approved the commencement of flight operations by the newly launched Enugu Air through a partnership with XEJET, pending the conclusion of its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) process.
The approval aligns with the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development’s 5-Point Agenda, which prioritises the promotion of local carriers, ease of doing business, and regulatory reform in Nigeria’s aviation sector.
According to a statement issued by the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the NCAA, Mr Michael Achimugu, the arrangement allows Enugu Air to operate scheduled commercial flights using XEJET’s existing operational framework.
XEJET has successfully completed a full variation process, integrating the Embraer 170 aircraft into its Operations Specifications (OpsSpecs) in accordance with the NCAA’s rigorous five-phase certification system.
“This variation authorises XEJET to conduct scheduled flights on behalf of Enugu Air in compliance with all existing NCAA regulatory provisions,” the statement affirmed.
In the interim, passengers can purchase tickets for Enugu Air flights through the XEJET booking platform, which is directly accessible via a redirect on the Enugu Air official website.
The NCAA reiterated its commitment to creating a conducive regulatory environment that supports indigenous operators while ensuring safety, fair competition, and consumer protection remain at the heart of Nigeria’s civil aviation industry.
