Dornier Aviation Nigeria
NigeriaAbout the airline
Dornier Aviation Nigeria is a Nigerian regional carrier based at Kaduna Airport, founded in 1979. The airline specializes in regional air services across Nigeria using a fleet of twin-engine Dornier turboprops, known for reliability on short-haul and remote routes.
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Dornier Aviation Nigeria (ICAO: DAV) is a Nigerian airline established in 1979, operating regional services from its main hub at Kaduna Airport. The airline has built a long operational history serving Nigeria's regional aviation network with a focus on connectivity to underserved routes and communities.
The airline's fleet consists of Dornier 328 and Dornier Do 228 turboprop aircraft-twin-engine regional airliners designed for short-haul operations and airports with limited infrastructure. These aircraft are well-suited to Nigeria's diverse airport network, enabling service to smaller regional hubs alongside major urban centers.
Dornier Aviation Nigeria maintains a reputation for reliable regional connectivity, leveraging its base at Kaduna Airport as a strategic hub in central Nigeria. The turboprop fleet supports the airline's operational model of frequent, economical regional services tailored to the West African market.