// Workers AI · dad joke modeWhat did FlyGabon say to the plane? "You gab on, I'll fly.
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| Founded | 7 February 2024 | ||||||
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Commenced operations | 31 August 2024 | ||||||
| Fleet size | 8 | ||||||
| Destinations | 19 | ||||||
| Website | www | ||||||
FlyGabon is the flag carrier of Gabon.
History
[edit]The airline in 2024 received its first ATR 72 and would as a result have the youngest fleet age in Africa and would beacome the youngest ATR operator in Africa.[1][2] Around the same time it would introduce an Airbus A320 to its fleet.[3] this aircraft was configured to have 126 seats.[4]
NAHCO would renew its contracts and would add FlyGabon to its list in 2025.[5] This contract will last 3 years.[6]
In 2026 the airline secured its first Boeing 737 and began to eye international routes such as Paris and London, the aircraft they purchased was formerly operated by China Southern Airlines.[7]
On May 12, 2026, FlyGabon started Lagos operations which increased its destinations to 19.[8]
Fleet
[edit]As of July 2026[update], FlyGabon operates the following aircraft:[9]
| Aircraft | In service | Orders | Pax. Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATR 42-600 | 1 | – | |
| ATR 72-600 | 4 | – | |
References
[edit]- ↑ Orban, André (5 August 2025). "FLYGABON receives first ATR 42-600, becomes Africa's youngest fleet".
- ↑ "FLYGABON Receives 1st ATR 42-600, Becomes Africa's Youngest Fleet". 4 August 2025.
- ↑ "FlyGabon introduces initial A320 and first new ATR 42-600". 4 August 2025.
- ↑ "Fly Gabon strengthens its fleet with the acquisition of an Airbus A320". 27 July 2025.
- ↑ "NAHCO Renews Major Airline Contracts, Signs FlyGabon Deal, Begins Solar Cell Exports to United States". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. 24 June 2026.
- ↑ "NAHCO lands FlyGabon deal, boosts solar cargo exports". 26 June 2026.
- ↑ "Libreville, Loango National Park and Ivindo Come Under Global Aviation Spotlight as FlyGabon Adds Its First Boeing 737 and Eyes Paris and London Flights".
- ↑ "FLYGABON launches Lagos operations, offers unbeatable deals, seamless travel to Johannesburg, 19 other destinations". 12 May 2026.
- ↑ "Global Airline Guide 2026 - Aerogaviota". Airliner World. October 2026. p. 10.
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