Arik leases aircraft to meet passenger demand during xmas

Local commercial airliner, Arik Air has leased a Boeing 737-700 aircraft from Eznis Airways to boost its operations

The aircraft arrived in Nigeria on November 21, 2020., Today.ng said.

The arrival of the leased aircraft enables Arik Air to return to some route it suspended as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. The aircraft will be deployed into service from December 2.

It is expected that the aircraft will boost Arik Air’s fleet in readiness for the Yuletide season.

The Chief Executive Officer of Arik Air, Captain Roy Ilegbodu said: “We are pleased to announce the additional airplane to boost our operations and ensure we provide seamless and efficient service to our customers in this season”.