Enugu Air fixes date for London Gatwick flights

Enugu Air says it would commence flights to London Gatwick on 10 December this year.

The airline, which is owned by the Enugu State Government, said the move was expected to strengthen international connectivity for passengers travelling from Enugu and other parts of Nigeria to the United Kingdom.

The airline’s Chief Executive Officer, Tolu Ita, said in a statement on Monday that tickets for the service were already available for booking.

Mr Ita, a captain, stressed that the new route would provide passengers with another international travel option.

The chief executive officer said the service would be delivered through the airline’s partnership with Omni-Blu Aviation.

According to him, the London-bound flights would be operated four times weekly using an Airbus A330-200 under an Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance, arrangement with Portugal-based EuroAtlantic.

“The commencement of our London Gatwick service reflects our commitment to expanding international connectivity and the vision of Governor Peter Mbah, to connect Enugu to more opportunities across the world.

“Of particular importance is ensuring that passengers from Enugu can begin their international journey to London from their home airport, Akanu Ibiam International Airport. We are proud to make the journey from Enugu to London Gatwick a reality for our passengers,” he stated.

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The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Omni-Blu Aviation, Akinola Olateru, praised the partnership, explaining that the collaboration was aimed at improving Nigeria’s international air connectivity and providing more travel opportunities for passengers.

“Our partnership with Enugu Air demonstrates our commitment to expanding Nigeria’s international air connectivity and creating more opportunities for passengers travelling between Nigeria and the United Kingdom,” Mr Olateru said.

Speaking on the flight schedule, Enugu Air’s Chief Operating Officer, Ugonna Agubuokwu, said operating four flights weekly would give passengers better flexibility when planning their journeys to and from London.