Air Peace starts twice weekly nonstop flight to TLV
Air Peace has made history as the first Nigerian airline to fly direct, nonstop to Israel, marking a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between Nigeria and Israel. The airline launched scheduled operations into Tel Aviv on April 20, 2023, from Lagos and Abuja.
At the inaugural flight ceremony held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, Air Peace Chairman, Bar. Allen Onyema, expressed his delight over the new route, noting that it would provide huge respite to Nigerian travellers who no longer have to travel to Israel through other countries, spending over 20 hours in stopovers. The direct flight is less than six hours and will open up more opportunities and possibilities socially and economically, advancing the implementation of the Bilateral Air Services Agreement between both countries. The connectivity will also boost religious tourism, especially for the numerous Nigerians who embark on pilgrimage trips to Israel.
The Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Michael Freeman, expressed joy over the new connectivity, noting that it would deepen bilateral ties between both countries and promote mutually beneficial economic engagements. The Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, commended Air Peace for its strides in aviation and highlighted the socio-economic impact of the new route, especially in religious tourism.
The Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, represented by Mr Hassan Ejibunu, Director of Air Transport Management, Ministry of Aviation, reiterated the government's support for indigenous airlines and promised continued assistance to Air Peace in its route expansion drive.
Air Peace now has five international destinations, including the recently launched Mumbai, 20 domestic (with Maiduguri launching on April 21, 2023), and seven regional routes.
