Air Peace has gotten the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development’s approval for international flights to and from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, USA.
Gatekeepers News reports that the development follows a request submitted by Air Peace on January 12, 2024, seeking approval for flights to New York.
In a letter dated February 9, 2024, the Ministry, represented by Director H.T. Ejibunu, conveyed the approval to Peace.
The letter referencing FMA/ATMD/0186/S.5/X/696 said the approval aligns with the existing ‘Open Skies’ agreement between Nigeria and the United States.
It reads: “I am directed to acknowledge receipt of your letter dated January 12, 2024, on the above subject and convey the minister’s approval for the designation of Air Peace Limited to operate commercial international flights into and out of John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York, United States of America.”
Air Peace was advised to coordinate with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the United States for necessary documentation before commencing operations.
The airline was also instructed to comply with Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) 2023 part 18.5.11 and liaise with the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to fulfill requirements.
Air Peace operates regional and international flights. Some of the airline’s routes include Cameroon (Douala), Gambia, Ghana (Accra), Liberia (Monrovia), Senegal (Dakar), Sierra Leone, Togo, India, South Africa (Johannesburg), and Cote d’ivoire.
