Sierra Leone Government Set to Launch National Airline “Air Sierra Leone”
Tolulope Aina The Government of Sierra Leone is set to launch its long-awaited national carrier, Air Sierra Leone, in a special press conference scheduled for Saturday, October 12, 2024.
The announcement comes following a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Government of The Republic of Sierra Leone and Lagos-based Xejet Aviation Limited.
Under the terms of the agreement, Xejet will operate regional and international flights from Lungi International Airport in Freetown and establish a national carrier for the country.
Sierraloaded has learned that Air Sierra Leone Limited has already expressed interest in commencing operations to Liberia, submitting a letter to the Liberia Civil Aviation Authority (LCAA).
The LCAA is currently evaluating Air Sierra Leone’s readiness and compliance with Liberian aviation regulations.
The proposed services from Air Sierra Leone Limited are expected to enhance connectivity between the two nations, promoting trade, tourism, and economic development.
Sierra Leone has a history of national airlines dating back to 1958 when Sierra Leone Airways was formed. Over the years, the country has experienced various attempts to establish a successful national carrier, including Sierra National Airlines, which operated from 2004 to 2006 before ceasing operations due to financial difficulties.
The launch of Air Sierra Leone marks a significant milestone for the country as it strives to strengthen its aviation sector and improve regional connectivity.
Wow, this sounds great
Duya make dem change am to Sierra airways😂
E sounds much better
Good move
Sierra Leone is a tiny market, unless connected / sponsored by a bigger carrier like Ethiopian ( such as is ASKY Airlines ) it will face the challenges of it’s predecessors.
Do we own it, or it’s own by other company and ready to operate under our name? Hope we are not in huge dept to get that one.
Please we are tire of camouflage
Sierra Leone is a very small market with no thriving private sector and ranked among the poorest of poor countries. Our Airport taxes are among the highest in Africa so I struggle to understand the excitement around having a national carrier when we all know it’s not going to be consistent.
Another 419 scamming syndicate lie lie intending to distract Sierra Leoneans. Where is Papa God ooo? Allah will fight for Sierra Leone someday Insha’Allah.
Good work done by our darling Prezo …
It’s a good initiative considering the enormous benefits and possibilities waiting to be explored. However, the government should learn from past failures or difficulties
other governments faced in relation to the aviation sector inorder to prevent a repeat.
Mhmmm
Oh Salone
Only a fool will believe such BS
Drug sierra Leone 😀😀🤭. Something that belongs to criminal Nigerians and some big belly guys from our government. Una too dae lie.