Azman Air has debunked reports that it has suspended operations indefinitely after grounding its aircraft The company disclosed in a statement that its aircraft are on scheduled maintenance abroad and would soon resume operations It stated that the reports of the indefinite suspension of operations are inaccurate and false.
Following the suspension of its flight operations two weeks ago, a Nigerian airline, Azman Air, has announced that it expects to resume full services soon. The company disclosed this in a statement signed by Hadi Abdulmunafi, its Accountable Manager, and posted on its X handle. Nigerian airline gives date to resume operations Credit: Novatis Source: Getty Images Azman Air provides a timeline for resuming operations The airline clarified its position on suspending operations following reports that it has ended operations indefinitely. READ ALSO Airports Authority Proposes Slashing Landing, Parking Fees for Air Peace, Arik Air,
Legit.ng previously reported that the airline suspended its operations on August 3, 2024, placing its staff on unpaid leave. The company suspended operations in March 2023, stating that all four aircraft had been sent abroad for maintenance. It resumed scheduled flights in 2024 with Boeing three 737 airplanes, which has since grown to seven and later decreased to four. Azman Air debunks reports of indefinite suspension The company’s statement said it is falsehood for reports to imply that it has suspended operations indefinitely. It said:
“The temporary pause in our services was necessary to ensure the highest safety and reliability standards for our valued passengers. We understand the inconvenience this may have caused and deeply appreciate our customers’ continued support and understanding,” he stated. According to the statement, the airline’s team has been working relentlessly to hasten the maintenance process, which is now in its final stages.
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The AON spokesman, Obiora Okonkwo, disclosed this following a recent media report that leasing firms have blacklisted 13 Nigerian airlines for breach of contracts. AON disclosed that domestic airlines have remained committed to fulfilling their obligations with lessors and servicing Nigerian air passengers.
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