Nova Airways
South SudanAbout the airline
Nova Airways is the flag carrier of South Sudan, established in 2011. Based at Khartoum International Airport, it operates regional and domestic services with a mixed fleet of narrow-body and regional aircraft, serving the East African and Horn of Africa region.
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Nova Airways (IATA: O9, ICAO: NOV) is South Sudan's national airline, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Khartoum, Sudan. The airline operates from Khartoum International Airport as its primary hub, serving regional routes across East Africa and the Horn of Africa with a focus on connecting South Sudan to neighbouring markets and major regional centres.
The airline's fleet comprises three main aircraft families: the Boeing 737 for medium-capacity regional routes, the Fokker 50 for shorter distances and secondary markets, and the Bombardier CRJ-200LR for feeder services and thinner routes. This combination allows Nova Airways to optimise capacity and operational efficiency across its network, from trunk routes to regional connections.
Since its inception, Nova Airways has developed as a regional operator balancing commercial services with connectivity needs in a challenging market. The airline maintains steady operations from its Khartoum hub, which serves as the gateway for travellers between South Sudan and international destinations across Africa and beyond.