Ibom Air has further positioned itself for enhanced operational efficiency and network growth by strengthening its modernization and fleet expansion program with the delivery of its third Airbus A220-300 aircraft.
The aircraft with registration 5N-CDC was recently handed over to the airline following the signing of the Transfer of Title (TOT) documents by the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Ibom Air, Mr George Uriesi at the Airbus A220 final assembly facility in Mirabel, Canada.
“We are most delighted to receive the third A220-300 into our growing, modern fleet. We thank our Shareholder, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, without whose strong support this would not have been possible. We appreciate his continued confidence in Ibom Air and his commitment to the airline’s growth,” said Mr. Uriesi.
He added that, The addition of this new A220 will have a significant positive impact on the business, making Ibom Air’s operations safer, more passenger-friendly, more environmentally responsible, and far more efficient. We look forward to harnessing the myriad opportunities the A220 brings as we continue to expand our network and strengthen our position as a leading airline in Nigeria and West Africa.”
Reaffirming Airbus’ commitment to supporting the airline’s growth, the Head of the Airbus A220 Program and Chief Executive Officer of Airbus Canada, Mr. Guillaume Chevasson said, “We are honored by Ibom Air’s trust in Airbus and the A220 Family. The A220 is the ideal aircraft for the airline’s fleet modernization, thanks to its exceptional operational flexibility, fuel efficiency, passenger comfort, and performance across domestic and regional networks, and we look forward to supporting Ibom Air’s continued growth for many years to come.”
Following this recent delivery, Ibom Air’s total fleet now stands at 10 aircraft, comprising seven Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Regional Jets (CRJ900s) and three Airbus A220-300s.
