LAGOS, NIGERIA – Falcon Aerospace Ltd., doing business as VivaJets, says it has received it’s Air Operators Certificate (AOC) from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) as the company visualises global expansion.

The Chief Executive Officer of Falcon Aerospace, Chukwuerika Achum, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Lagos.

According to Achum, we are thrilled to announce that in January 2025, the NCAA awarded us the AOC, a vital milestone in our quest to become Africa’s largest and most efficient business aviation provider.

He said that the certification from the company’s home country will enhances its capacity to make business aviation more accessible and to deliver the vital business connectivity that Africa needs through seamless and efficient air transportation.

“The certification comes at a time of rapid global expansion and technological innovations for the firm. VivaJets offers a variety of services including Aircraft Management, fractional ownership options, and the ability to charter or own private jets.

“We are rapidly increasing our operations on the global stage, with international routes in North America, Europe and the Middle-East, and a Canadian office.

“We have also sponsored, exhibited or participated at international events like the World Economic Forum (WEF), Africa CEO Forum (ACF), Africa Air Forces Summit, Invest in Africa Summit, and the African Investment Summit (AFIS),” he said.

According to the Chief Operating Officer, Tejumade Salami, the company is has also leveraged on technological innovation to create digital platforms that will improve access and affordability of business aviation services.

“Now with the AOC, we continue to expand our fleet and global routes, whilst seeking collaborations and investments to power our rapid growth and international expansion.”

Speaking on the boom of private aviation, the Head of Flight Operations, Mark Adoga at the company said that Africa is experienced a 15 per cent increase in private jet flights in the past one year.

He said that according to media sources, Nigeria, South Africa and Kenya are leading this boom, as a new generation of business leaders seek seamless travel to fast-track business.

According to Adoga, VivaJets is meeting this demand by providing efficient charter flights that are seamless both in booking and in operations.

“We continue to expand the scope and quality of our operations. We have continued to deliver top notch services to our clients with safe and efficient flights without compromising luxury,” Adoga added.

An AOC allows an airline or charter operator to use an aircraft for commercial purposes. It is a crucial accreditation that demonstrates compliance with aviation safety standards.

A brand under Falcon Aerospace Limited, VivaJets provides premier aviation services with a focus on innovation and inclusivity. Through its platforms, Charterxe and FlyPJX, the company is making private aviation more accessible while maintaining its commitment to luxury and excellence.