Ibom Air (QI / IAN)

1 Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Wuse, Abuja, Nigeria
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Type: Domestic & International

🟩 Ibom Air (QI / IAN)

Nigeria’s Premium State-Owned Airline

 

🟦 1. Overview

Ibom Air is a highly acclaimed, state-owned commercial airline in Nigeria known for exceptional punctuality and operational efficiency. Owned by the Akwa Ibom State Government through AKICORP, it is the first sub-national government-owned commercial airline in Nigeria.

Since launching operations in 2019, Ibom Air has established a premium reputation among corporate, diplomatic, and leisure travelers — driven by its modern fleet, reliable schedules, and structured frequent-flyer program.

🟧 2. Identity & Corporate Details

  • Official Name: Ibom Airlines Limited
  • IATA / ICAO Codes: QI / IAN (Callsign: IBOM)
  • Founded: 2019 (Commenced operations June 7, 2019)
  • Head Office: Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
  • Ownership: Wholly owned by the Akwa Ibom State Government via AKICORP; professionally managed under an autonomous structure

🟪 3. Operational Class

  • Segment: Full-Service Carrier (FSC) with Economy & Premium Economy
  • Market Position: Nigeria’s leading on-time performance airline, preferred by civil servants, executives, diplomats, and premium domestic travelers

🟨 4. Network & Fleet

🛫 Primary Hub

  • Victor Attah International Airport (QUO), Uyo

🌍 Destination Scope

  • Domestic: Uyo, Lagos, Abuja, Calabar, Enugu, Port Harcourt
  • Regional/International: Direct West African routes from Lagos/Abuja to Accra, Ghana

🛩️ Fleet Profile

Approx. 9 modern aircraft, including:

  • Bombardier CRJ900 (regional jet workhorse)
  • Airbus A220‑300 (modern narrow-body for high-density domestic & regional routes)

🟦 5. The Passenger Journey

🎫 Ticketing & Booking

  • Digital Channels: ibomair.com + Ibom Air mobile app
  • GDS Access: Amadeus; full IATA membership for global integration
  • Alliances: Domestic codeshare history with Dana Air
  • Loyalty Program: Ibom Flyer (multi-tier frequent flyer program)

🛄 Check-In & Boarding

  • Online Check-In: Opens 24 hrs before departure; closes 1 hr before flight
  • Airport Counters:
    • Open 2 hrs before departure (5:30 AM for early flights)
    • Close 45 mins before departure for passengers & baggage

📦 Baggage Allowance

  • Domestic:
    • Economy: 20kg
    • Premium Economy: 30kg
  • Regional:
    • Economy: 23kg
    • Premium Economy: 32kg
  • Cabin:
    • 1 personal item (laptop/handbag)
    • 1 small trolley bag (combined max 7kg)

🟩 6. Support & Contact Channels

☎️ Customer Contact Center (Main)

  • +234 (0) 903‑981‑3600
    (Operational daily 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM WAT)

📞 Central Customer Support Line

  • +234 (0) 700‑123‑594‑266

🏢 Uyo Office Support

  • +234 (0) 814‑272‑1159
  • +234 (0) 708‑579‑6271
  • Ground Floor, Akwa Ibom State Secretariat Annex, Udo Udoma Avenue, Uyo

🏙️ Abuja Desk

  • Transcorp Hilton, Floor 01, No. 1 Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Maitama, Abuja

📧 Email Support