Authorities of Ethiopian Airlines on Wednesday unveiled plans to fully resume operations to Akanu Ibiam International Airport, (AIIA) Enugu as soon the Federal Government gives its approval for international flights into the airport.
This assurance was given in Abuja by the airline’ Manager, Senait Ataklet who led the airlines’ team on a courtesy visit to the Chairman House of Representatives Committee on Aviation, Hon Nnolim Nnaji.
Ataklet also disclosed that the airline was equally planning to introduce cargo operation to the airport to cater to the needs of its South Eastern passengers this time around.
She described the Enugu route as an important one that the airline would not want to undermine stating that Ethiopian Airlines would want to be the first to land in Akanu Ibiam International Airport when it is eventually reopened for international flight operations.
While soliciting support from the Committee, she further disclosed that Ethiopian Airlines was ready and willing to render assistance to Federal Government in setting up National Carrier if given the opportunity.
She assured that the airline has attained robust experience and capabilities in airline management and aircraft maintenance which would be put at the disposal of the proposed new national carrier.
In his remarks, Chairman, House Committee on Aviation, Hon Nnaji who applauded the gestures stressed that the duty of the legislature is to make appropriate legislation and proper oversight of the industry for the benefits of the flying public and airlines.
He assured the team that his Committee was determined to ensure that the industry is safe for flight operations through its oversight responsibility.
Ethiopian Airlines set to resume flight operations to Akanu Ibiam International Airport
