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VistaJet has restated its commitment to the economy of West Africa by deploying its Bombardier Challenger 605 to Nigeria and other African countries to provide chatter services to business owners.

The aviation firm said it was dedicating three of its aircrafts in the region.

VistaJet President of Europe and Africa, Philippe Scalabrini said this in Abuja during a static tour of Bombardier Challenger 605 aircraft at the Nnamdi Azikiwe.

He said: “VistaJet provides great value to clients in West Africa and is the perfect flying solution for West African corporates and businesses as a hassle-free and timesaving tool to connect world decision-makers domestically and across continents, boosting economies and driving global investments.

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“Now, with three dedicated aircraft in the region, VistaJet aims to accelerate its trajectory as a key partner for the region’s economic development. The business aviation sector will play a crucial role in this growth, as in other regional economic transformations.

“VistaJet is pleased to be able to support Africa’s economic development.”

He noted that in the last one year alone, its “customer traffic has increased by 28 per cent in the African continent and 58 per cent in the west African region.”

“So, what we are introducing here today is what we started about three years ago. We are introducing a fleet of Challenger 605 from Bombardier. This is dedicated to the region here. It is very exciting for us because over the years we have seen the potential,” he stated.

A private airline charter firm, Vistajet, said it is expanding its services in Nigeria to cater for the rising demand of private aviation services in Nigeria’s growing economy.

Its President, Europe and Africa, Philippe Scalabrini, said the decision to expand their services into Nigeria came after three years of planning and development.

Scalabrini, who spoke  at a press conference in Lagos at the weekend, said Vistajet’s extensive experience in flying across the globe, including West Africa, informed its decision to deepen the firm’s foothold in the country.

The company’s charter service in Nigeria will cater to the growing demand for private aviation services in the region, he said, adding that the firm will be deploying three Challenger 605 aircraft in the region, offering short- and long-range flights to destinations across Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

“We have a deep understanding of the needs of our clients in Nigeria and the region. Our charter service will provide a seamless and personalised experience, allowing clients to travel efficiently and effectively,” he said.

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Scalabrini said, the firm’s innovative approach to private aviation involves offering flight services based on purchasing block hours, eliminating the complexities associated with aircraft ownership, such as maintenance issues and depreciation, saying that clients can customize their flight solutions, starting with a minimum block of 50 hours, ensuring flexibility and cost-effectiveness.

“We are thrilled to bring our expertise in private aviation to Nigeria, a strategic hub in the region, our commitment to providing exceptional service and innovative solutions has enabled us to establish a strong presence in the region, and we are excited to expand our offerings to clients in Nigeria, “ Scalabrini stated.

He said Vistajet’s charter service in Nigeria will offer a range of benefits, including access to a fleet of aircraft, including the Challenger 605, a 12-passenger configuration with a range of up to 8 hours, a dedicated team of experts to ensure a personalized experience, flexibility to customize travel arrangements to meet clients’ specific needs and competitive pricing and flexible payment options.

“Our clients expect the highest standards of service and sustainability, and we are dedicated to meeting those expectations,” he said.