Air Peace Appoints Captains Onipe, Paul-Ugochukwu to Key Flight Operations Positions

Air Peace Appoints Captains Onipe, Paul-Ugochukwu to Key Flight Operations Positions

Air Peace has elevated Captain James Adaviruku Onipe to the position of Director of Flight Operations (DFO) and appointed Captain Ikechukwu Paul-Ugochukwu as Chief Pilot (CP), in a move that strengthens the airline’s flight operations leadership.

Captain Onipe previously served as the airline’s Embraer 145 Fleet Manager, Trainer and Check Airman, roles that involved fleet management, pilot training and operational assessments.

Captain Paul-Ugochukwu, on the other hand, is a Boeing 777 Type Rating Instructor and Check Airman, with experience in aircraft-specific training and pilot competency assessments.

Their appointments place two experienced aviation professionals in key leadership positions responsible for supporting flight operations, maintaining professional standards and promoting operational safety.

The appointments highlight the importance of experienced flight crew in aviation leadership, particularly in areas involving pilot training, operational oversight and compliance with established safety procedures.

Air Peace Appoints Captains Onipe, Paul-Ugochukwu to Key Flight Operations Positions