The Nigerian skies witness a new addition as Overland Airways unveils its first Embraer E175 E-Jet, the first of three scheduled for delivery. This event marks a significant step for the West African airline, an affiliate of Landover Aviation Services Company. The twenty-year-old carrier also holds options for three additional aircraft from Embraer.
Specializing in both scheduled and charter flights, Overland Airways has big plans for its dual-class 88-seat E175 jets. The new aircraft will supplement the airline’s current all-turboprop fleet. With these new aircraft, the airline aims to amplify capacity for domestic routes and usher in services for cities in the region. As per Capt. Overland Airways Managing Director Edward Boyo says this new fleet addition will enhance their “reach and network.” He remarked, “Overland has an ecosystem of aviation excellence crowned with its E175 fleet. With Embraer, we now have very flexible options to grow our fleet and capacity to meet all future demand.”
Stephan Hannemann, who oversees the Africa & Middle East Region for Commercial Aviation, expressed his enthusiasm. He stated, “The delivery of Overland’s first new E175 marks the beginning of an exciting chapter for the airline and Embraer. Nigeria represents one of the fastest growing aviation markets in the world; Overland and Embraer are committed to the support of its continued success with a product line perfectly suited to build connectivity across West Africa.”
At the same time, Overland intensifies its Nigerian footprint, marking its presence with a brand-new corporate office and hangar facilities nestled in Lagos. Under the endorsement of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, the airline is also an Approved Maintenance Organization.
Furthermore, Landover Aviation Services is behind one of IATA’s leading aviation training establishments in Africa. The Landover Aviation Business School, with its top-tier curriculum, provides specialized courses in airline operations, aviation management, and travel and tourism sectors.