Gov Eno Inspects Ibom Air's Third New Airbus A220 Ahead of Christmas Rollout


 Mathias, (Aviation Correspondent)

Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno on Friday inspected Ibom Air's third new Airbus A220-300 aircraft at Airbus's production facility here, ahead of the plane's delivery to the state-owned carrier.

The aircraft is expected to enter service before Christmas, adding capacity to Ibom Air's network during the peak end-of-year travel period.

Eno toured the Airbus facility and reviewed the aircraft's specifications before the inspection. He said the acquisition was part of the state government's plan to expand Ibom Air's fleet and strengthen its competitiveness.

The governor said the new aircraft would improve operational efficiency, passenger comfort and service delivery, and would support the state's tourism drive by improving air access to Akwa Ibom.

Ibom Air, wholly owned by the Akwa Ibom State Government, began operations in 2019. It launched international flights from Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo, in June 2026.

Guillaume Chevasson, head of Airbus's A220 programme and CEO of Airbus Canada, said the A220-300 offers operational flexibility, fuel efficiency and passenger comfort for domestic and regional routes. He said the new delivery would bring Ibom Air's A220 fleet to three aircraft.

Chevasson said the airline's first two A220s, currently undergoing checks, are expected to return to service by the end of September.

Ibom Air Chief Executive Officer George Uriesi said the inspection marked a milestone in the airline's fleet expansion programme.

 He said growing demand for air travel had driven the airline's investment in newer aircraft, and confirmed the first two A220s would return to service by the end of September, increasing available capacity.

Also present were Akwa Ibom Deputy Governor Senator Akon Eyakeny, members of the State Executive Council, and senior Ibom Air management staff.

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