United Nigeria Airlines Joins IATA Interline Traffic Agreement for Passenger Operations

United Nigeria Airlines has been admitted into the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Multilateral Interline Traffic Agreement (MITA) for passenger operations, a move that positions the carrier for greater global connectivity.

The airline’s spokesman, Chibuike Uloka, announced the development in a statement on Wednesday, describing it as a significant milestone in the company’s global expansion strategy.

According to Uloka, the admission enables United Nigeria Airlines to enter into code-sharing and interline partnerships with hundreds of IATA-member airlines worldwide. Passengers are expected to benefit from seamless single-ticket itineraries, unified baggage check‑in, and smoother connections between United Nigeria flights and those of major international carriers.

The achievement, confirmed via IATA Memorandum ADMIN/INTERLINE/4811, follows the airline’s strict compliance with PSC Resolution 780.

“This marks a pivotal moment for United Nigeria Airlines, transitioning from a domestic operator to a globally recognised player capable of seamless international collaboration,” Uloka said. “This strategic move not only expands our route network but also strengthens our capacity to welcome international connecting passengers, solidifying our commitment to providing a globally integrated travel experience.”

The airline added that beyond regulatory approval, IATA‑MITA serves as a gateway to the world, validating its operational standards and aligning it with global best practices in aviation. United Nigeria Airlines said it is now ready to offer passengers unparalleled access to global destinations through strategic partnerships.