Air Peace Loses $15M in Disputed Aircraft Lease with SmartLynx

Air Peace, a prominent West African carrier, faced a significant financial setback of $15 million following a contentious aircraft lease deal with SmartLynx. The loss stemmed from SmartLynx abruptly withdrawing four leased aircraft without prior notice, causing operational disruptions and flight cancellations.

Air Peace's COO, Nowel Ngala, highlighted the breach of contract and fraudulent actions by SmartLynx, emphasizing the impact on passenger convenience and operational continuity. The incident underscores the challenges faced by airlines in maintaining service quality and reliability amidst contractual disputes.