PUBLIC NOTICE
APPROVAL OF DESIGNATED AIR CARRIERS FOR
THE 2027 HAJJ OPERATIONS
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) wishes to inform the general public, State Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards, Agencies, Commissions, particularly intending pilgrims that Government has approved the engagement of five air carriers for the 2027 Hajj exercise. The selection follows a rigorous screening and evaluation process conducted by the Aviation Screening Committee in accordance with regulatory safety, operational capacity, and financial guidelines. The engagement is subject to execution of airlift agreement with NAHCON and fulfillment of Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and Saudi General Authority on Civil Aviation (GACA) requirements for Hajj 2027.
2. The approved carriers are:
i. Air Peace Limited
ii. Flynas
iii. Max Air Limited
iv. Saudi Air
v. UMZA Aviation Services Limited
3. Passenger allocations and airlift schedules will be worked out with respective State Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards and operators accordingly. All carriers are expected to operate in line with Hajj 2027 regulations which include issuance of tickets linked to the pilgrims’ Nusuk-Masar data; strict observance of all safety standards; baggage allowance (A single 32kg bag and one 8kg hand luggage) as stipulated by regulatory authorities, among others.
4. The Commission calls on all Stakeholders to cooperate with the approved carriers to ensure a seamless, safe, and comfortable airlift operation for all Nigerian pilgrims.
MANAGEMENT