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NCAA Approves Enugu Air to Begin Operations Through Xejet While Awaiting Final Certification

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    In a strategic move to kick-start operations, Enugu Air, a newly established airline based in southeastern Nigeria, has received regulatory approval to operate flights using the existing license of another Nigerian carrier, Xejet. This development was confirmed by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) on Monday, July 8, 2025.

    While Enugu Air is still in the process of securing its Air Operator Certificate (AOC)—a critical license required to run independent commercial airline services—it has been temporarily cleared to operate through a wet lease arrangement with Xejet.

    What This Means

    The approval allows Enugu Air to begin flight operations without waiting for the often lengthy AOC process to be completed. Under this arrangement, Xejet will provide the aircraft and crew, while Enugu Air handles the commercial side of operations such as ticketing, branding, and customer service.

    According to NCAA spokesperson Michael Achimugu, the move is both legal and common in the aviation industry, provided both parties adhere strictly to regulatory guidelines.

    “The partnership between Enugu Air and Xejet is fully compliant with aviation laws,” Achimugu stated. “This approval enables Enugu Air to commence limited operations while it finalizes its full certification.”

    A Smart Takeoff Strategy

    By operating under Xejet’s AOC temporarily, Enugu Air avoids unnecessary delays in market entry and can begin establishing its presence and customer base while still meeting all safety and operational requirements.

    The wet lease deal ensures Enugu Air has immediate access to aircraft and trained personnel, including pilots and cabin crew, provided by Xejet. Meanwhile, the NCAA will closely monitor the operations to ensure safety standards and procedures are not compromised.

    Enugu Air’s Long-Term Plans

    While operating under another carrier’s license is a short-term solution, Enugu Air has its eyes firmly set on the future. The airline is actively working to meet all requirements necessary to secure its own AOC, which will allow it to fly under its name independently.

    Sources close to the airline indicate that once the AOC is finalized, Enugu Air plans to expand rapidly, targeting both domestic routes within Nigeria and select regional destinations in West Africa.

    Regulators Watching Closely

    The NCAA has emphasized that this approval does not replace the need for Enugu Air to complete its certification process. The authority will continue to supervise the airline's compliance with all applicable laws and ensure passenger safety is never compromised.

    Industry experts have praised the NCAA’s flexibility in this case, noting that such decisions can help encourage innovation and investment in Nigeria’s aviation sector—especially at a time when more regional connectivity is needed.

    Conclusion

    Enugu Air’s journey into Nigeria’s aviation market has officially taken off—with a little help from Xejet. While the airline awaits its own operating certificate, this temporary arrangement will allow it to build momentum, serve customers, and prepare for independent operations in the near future.

    With regulatory support and industry partnerships, Enugu Air is positioning itself as one of the newest players to watch in the Nigerian skies.

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