The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has approved five airlines to participate in next year’s Hajj operations.
The approved carriers are Air Peace Limited, Max Air Limited, UMZA Aviation Services Limited, Flynas and Saudi Air.
According to the commission, the airlines were selected after undergoing a thorough screening and assessment by the Aviation Screening Committee. The evaluation considered key factors, including regulatory compliance, safety standards, operational capacity and financial capability.
The engagement, it said, is subject to the execution of an airlift agreement with NAHCON and the fulfilment of the requirements of Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and the Saudi General Authority on Civil Aviation (GACA) for Hajj 2027.
According to the commission, passenger allocations and airlift schedules will be worked out with the respective State Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards and operators.
The commission called on all stakeholders to cooperate with the approved carriers to ensure a seamless, safe, and comfortable airlift operation for all Nigerian pilgrims.
