Akwa Ibom expands Ibom Air fleet with new Airbus A220-300

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LAGOS, Nigeria (NPA) — The Akwa Ibom State Government has expanded the fleet of its state-owned airline, Ibom Air, with the arrival of a brand-new Airbus A220-300 at the Victor Attah International Airport.

Governor Umo Eno announced the development in a statement on Tuesday, describing the aircraft’s arrival as another major step in the growth of the state’s aviation sector.

Eno said the state was also investing in the training of its people as part of a broader strategy to develop its aviation industry, grow the economy and position Akwa Ibom as a regional aviation hub.

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According to the governor, 14 of Ibom Air’s 30 pilots and 16 of its 40 aircraft engineers are Akwa Ibom indigenes trained by the state government, while more personnel are currently undergoing training.

“Today, we received another brand-new Airbus A220-300 into the Ibom Air fleet at the Victor Attah International Airport, marking another major step in the growth of our aviation sector,” Eno said.

The governor thanked the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, for joining the state at the event and for his continued support.

He also expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, for their support in granting international status to the airport and advancing the state’s aviation development.

“Beyond expanding the fleet, we are investing in our people,” Eno said.

“Today, 14 of Ibom Air’s 30 pilots and 16 of its 40 aircraft engineers are Akwa Ibom indigenes trained by the State Government, while more are currently undergoing training.”

Eno said the arrival of the aircraft also marked the beginning of the commissioning of 39 projects to commemorate the 39th anniversary of Akwa Ibom State.

The projects are being commissioned under the anniversary theme, “Our Moment of Gratitude.”

The governor said the investments in aviation infrastructure, human capital and other sectors form part of his administration’s efforts to accelerate economic development and expand opportunities for the people of Akwa Ibom State.