{
  "id": 1014985,
  "title": "Eno leads delegation to Canada to inspect Ibom Air’s third Airbus aircraft",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/eno-leads-delegation-to-canada-to-inspect-ibom-airs-third-airbus-1014985",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-15T09:47:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
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    "url": "https://punchng.com/eno-leads-delegation-to-canada-to-inspect-ibom-airs-third-airbus-aircraft/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno led a delegation of state executives and Ibom Air management to an inspection at Airbus' production facility in Canada for the airline's third Airbus A220-300 aircraft. The pre-delivery inspection, part of the acceptance process before commercial service, was carried out to further modernize and expand the company's fleet. The delegation was welcomed by Airbus Canada's Head of the A220 Programme and CEO, Guillaume Chevasson. Ibom Air CEO George Uriesi emphasized the significance of the inspection as a milestone in the company's fleet growth and modernization, highlighting the focus on superior operational efficiency, reliability, safety, and passenger comfort. The Airbus A220-300, known for its advanced technology, fuel efficiency, spacious cabin, and passenger comfort, will further strengthen Ibom Air's position as Africa's fastest-growing airline. The aircraft will be officially received in Akwa Ibom State and commence commercial operations after completing delivery processes.",
  "summary": "Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno leads a delegation to Canada for the pre-delivery inspection of Ibom Air’s third Airbus A220-300, marking a key milestone in fle Read More: https://punchng.com/eno-leads-delegation-to-canada-to-inspect-ibom-airs-third-airbus-aircraft/",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Eno leads delegation to Canada to inspect Ibom Air’s third Airbus aircraft",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/eno-leads-delegation-to-canada-to-inspect-ibom-airs-third-airbus",
        "published": "2026-08-15T09:47:32.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}