The International Air Transport Association (IATA), the world's airline trade association, says Air Peace, the largest airline in Nigeria and West and Central Africa, is on par with other major global airlines in terms of global safety standards. said.
This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of Air Peace management in maintaining global safety standards within the organization.
Dr. Samson Fatokun, IATA Regional Manager for West and Central Africa, disclosed this information on the sidelines of the presentation of the sixth consecutive International Air Transport Association Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification for Air Peace Limited.
According to Dr Fatokun, “The criteria given is the same for British Airways, KLM and Delta Air Lines. They are all evaluated in the same way. The findings here are similar over there and the safety We are on par with other airlines in the world when it comes to gender.”
IATA pilots praised Air Peace for passing the rigorous audit process, which clearly demonstrates the outstanding expertise and dedication of the process managers.
“When you're a first-world airline, people expect you to do something or do a job, but when you come from Africa, they expect more than that. But when you come from Nigeria, they expect you to do something and do a job. The expectations are immeasurable.”
He commended Air Peace for being the pride of Nigeria, noting its impressive achievements in just 10 years of operation and insisting it was no mere fluke.
“Air Peace’s presence on the IOSA register is a testament to the airline’s unwavering dedication to safety, operational excellence and professionalism. This milestone is not only a victory for the airline, but a point of pride for Nigeria. It also emphasizes that local airlines can operate at the highest international safety levels.”
Representing some 340 airlines representing over 80% of the world's traffic, supporting many areas of aviation activity and helping to shape industry policy on key aviation issues, the IATA Director General believes safety is paramount. He explained that it was a priority.
“The measure of safety is not only the absence of accidents, but also the fact that the process operates safely, in accordance with standard practices that are certified by external auditors, incorruptible, and globally recognized. It depends on whether it is certified or not.”
“IATA certification means your business follows the airline's regulations. An airline's safety record primarily helps people decide whether or not to fly a particular airline.” “Some people are very careful about the planes they board, and safety records inform people's decisions,” Fatokun said.
He warned that ISOA is not something to be taken lightly. “It's tough. We keep improving, not to make it harder, but to be adaptable, but it's not easy,” adding, “Safety isn't cheap and accidents are… It's more expensive, but with the right investment, safety is guaranteed.''
The sixth IOSA certification is a significant achievement for Air Peace, reflecting its deep-rooted safety culture, robust management system, and commitment to continuous improvement. This sets a new benchmark for safety in the African aviation industry and inspires other airlines on the continent to strive for similar excellence.
