Air Peace Ltd has expanded its fleet with the addition of its first Embraer 190 aircraft, a move aimed at enhancing operational capacity and service delivery.
This was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the airline’s spokesperson, Mr Efe Osifo-Whiskey, in Lagos.
The aircraft, bearing registration number 5N-CEF, arrived at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Sunday night.
According to Osifo-Whiskey, the 118-seater jet is the first Embraer 190 to join the airline’s growing fleet.
He further revealed that a second Embraer 190 is expected to arrive in July, as part of the airline’s strategic expansion of domestic and regional operations.
“This aircraft ushers in a new era of service efficiency, boasting eco-friendly features and improved passenger comfort,” he said.
He added that the aircraft offers a 2-2 seating configuration, a quieter engine, and a spacious cabin, making it well suited for a variety of routes.
Also Read: Air Peace to Commence Direct Abuja–London Flights October 26 — Keyamo
“It enables seamless city connections and allows us to serve underserved destinations with optimal capacity,” Osifo-Whiskey explained.
He reiterated the airline’s commitment to easing domestic air travel by investing in the most suitable aircraft for its network.
“With a fleet of over 30 aircraft, Air Peace continues to lead the aviation sector in West Africa,” he said.
He also noted that as of May 2025, the airline recorded an 85 per cent on-time performance across its domestic operations.
Looking ahead to the third quarter, Osifo-Whiskey said the airline remains confident and optimistic, with plans to launch new domestic routes, expand its regional presence, open more international destinations, and continue growing its fleet to meet rising demand.
