Arik Air reaches deal to sell own CRJ 1000 aircraft
Domestic carrier, Arik Air has announced its decision to sell the CRJ 1000 aircraft registered as 5N-JEE in its fleet.
According to Arik Air, the decision to sell the aircraft was reached between the JEM Leasing Limited, owners of the CRJ 1000, with its financiers, Export Development Canada (EDC).
The airline also made known of the decision of the buyer to tear down the plane.
Arik Air, as the lessee since 2014, operated the aircraft pursuant to a lease agreement with JEM Leasing Limited.
Arik discontinued operations of the CRJ fleet since 2019.
The airline assured stakeholders, including passengers, partners, and the general public, that ‘the decision by the owner and financier of the aircraft will not impact Arik’s operations or compromise its commitment to providing safe, reliable, and convenient air travel services.’
