Viva Jets, Nigeria’s premier business aviation company and subsidiary of Falcon Aerospace Limited, is charting an ambitious growth path designed to redefine premium air travel in Nigeria and expand its footprint across Africa.
Building on its successful entry into the market, the Lagos-headquartered operator will add three Bombardier Challenger 604 aircraft to its fleet in 2025. Backed by $25 million in debt financing, the acquisition is aimed at meeting the surging demand for luxury private jet charter services in Nigeria and key African markets. The company already operates one Challenger 604 – inducted in April 2024 – alongside a Gulfstream G550 and a Hawker 900XP.
Viva Jets secured its Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority in January 2025, enabling it to operate commercially within Nigeria and to international destinations. The company’s service portfolio includes flexible options such as empty-leg flights, catering to discerning travelers seeking seamless luxury experiences.
Looking beyond Nigeria, Viva Jets is executing a regional expansion strategy that leverages strategic partnerships. Its parent company, Falcon Aerospace Limited, recently joined forces with Flybird Aircraft Management Services to establish OrientJets, an Aruba-based joint venture now in the process of obtaining its own AOC. This venture is positioned to extend the group’s operational reach into new African and global markets.
As part of its broader market engagement, Viva Jets will participate as a Gold Partner at African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025, taking place from September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town. The event will provide a platform for the company to engage with investors, government representatives, and industry leaders on the role of private aviation in driving Africa’s economic growth, regional connectivity, and intra-continental trade.
“Viva Jets exemplifies the dynamic growth and innovation occurring within Africa’s aviation sector. Their expansion and strategic partnerships highlight the critical role private aviation plays in driving regional connectivity, business development, and economic integration across the continent,” said NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber.
With its strategic acquisitions, regulatory milestones, and continental partnerships, Viva Jets is positioning itself as a key driver of premium aviation services in Africa’s evolving economic landscape.
