<blockquote>The decision comes amid growing scrutiny over government spending and calls for transparency in the management of Nigerias presidential air fleet.<br><br><b>President Bola Tinubus administration has put up Nigerias ageing Boeing 737-700 Business Jet (BBJ) for sale in Switzerland, following its replacement with a newly acquired Airbus A330 for presidential use</b>.<br><br>The decision comes amid growing scrutiny over government spending and calls for transparency in the management of Nigerias presidential air fleet.<br><br><b>According to Controller, a website specialising in aircraft listings, the Boeing jet, purchased in 2005 during the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, is currently undergoing inspections and preparation for sale at AMAC Aerospace in Basel, Switzerland. This private aviation firm also facilitated the acquisition of the new Airbus</b>.<br><br>The 737 aircraft, which has flown just under 4,000 hours and completed 1,881 landings since it was delivered brand new to Nigeria nearly two decades ago, has long served as the primary jet for Nigerian presidents.<br><br>Its cabin features a five-zone layout designed for 33 passengers and eight crew members, including a private bedroom with an ensuite shower, a VIP office, a conference and dining area, and separate first-class and business-class sections.<br><br>It also boasts Ka-band internet connectivity and advanced avionics systems such as ADS-B Out, CPDLC, and FANS 1/A, aligning it with international communication and safety standards.<br><br>In July 2024, the Tinubu administration took delivery of an Airbus ACJ330-200, registered as 5N-FGA, which now serves as the new presidential jet.<br><br>The luxury aircraft, which was originally repossessed before being refurbished, includes a full bedroom suite, office space, and a mix of first-class and economy seating in the rear.<br><br>The decision to acquire the Airbus sparked controversy, particularly after SaharaReporters revealed that the government planned to spend over 150 billion on the purchaseequivalent to around $100 million at the time, based on an exchange rate of 1,507 per US dollar.<br><br>Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga defended the move, stating that the ageing Boeing had become increasingly expensive to maintain and posed a potential safety risk.<br><br>The aircraft had reportedly suffered a malfunction during a trip to Saudi Arabia, prompting concerns in parliament about its reliability and the rising cost of repairs.<br><br>Despite the partial refurbishment of the BBJ in July 2024, which included upgraded first-class seating, new carpeting, and completion of C1-C2 inspections, the presidency opted to retire the jet and list it for sale.<br><br>The government claims that the aircraft remains in good condition, having always been hangared and maintained on a professional tracking system.<br><br>However, it is not enrolled in any engine maintenance program, and both of its CFM56-7BE engines remain "on condition"meaning they are not subject to guaranteed performance coverage.<br><br>Neither AMAC Aerospace nor the Nigerian government has disclosed an asking price.<br><br>Details of the Boeing aircraft<br><br>Year<br><br>2005<br><br>Manufacturer<br><br>BOEING<br><br>Model<br><br>BBJ<br><br>Serial Number<br><br>34260<br><br>Condition<br><br>Used<br><br>Description<br><br>HIGHLIGHTS<br><br>One Owner Since New | Always Hangared<br><br>33 Passenger Configuration w/ 8 Crew (41 Seats in Total5 Zone Cabin Seating Layout)<br><br>FANS-1/A | CPDLC | ADS-B Out<br><br>Ka-Band Wi-Fi (MCS 7000)<br><br>Delivered with A, B1-B2 and C1-C2 Inspections Completed<br><br>Partial Interior Refurbishment July 2024<br><br>8 Auxiliary Fuel Tanks - Capacity of 25,000 lbs<br><br>Total Fuel Capacity of 70,000 lbs<br><br>Airframe<br><br>Total Time<br><br>3,821<br><br>Total Landings<br><br>1,881<br><br>Airframe Notes<br><br>Maintenance Tracking - Veyron<br><br>Engine Program<br><br>Engine Maintenance Program<br><br>None<br><br>Engine 1<br><br>Engine 1 Serial Number<br><br>893451<br><br>Engine 1 Time<br><br>3,821 SNEW<br><br>Engine 1 Cycles<br><br>1,881<br><br>Engine 1 On Condition<br><br>Yes<br><br>Engine 1 Notes<br><br>CFM56-7BE Engine<br><br>Engine 2<br><br>Engine 2 Serial Number<br><br>892452<br><br>Engine 2 Time<br><br>3,821 SNEW<br><br>Engine 2 Cycles<br><br>1,881<br><br>Engine 2 On Condition<br><br>Yes<br><br>Engine 2 Notes<br><br>CFM56-7BE Engine<br><br>Auxiliary Power Unit<br><br>APU<br><br>Yes<br><br>APU Notes<br><br>Honeywell 131-9B<br><br>Serial Number P-6914<br><br>Total Hours* 5,982<br><br>Total Cycles* 3,622<br><br>Avionics<br><br>Avionics/Radios<br><br>VHF Communication: 3 Gables Engineering Inc 822-1047-003<br><br>VHF Navigation: 2 Rockwell Collins 822-0297-001<br><br>HF Transceiver: 2 Rockwell Collins 822-0330-001<br><br>DFDR: 1 L3 Comms 2100-4043-00<br><br>CVR: 1 L3 Comms 2100-1020-00<br><br>DME: 2 Rockwell Collins 822-0329-001<br><br>ATC Transponder: 2 Rockwell Collins 822-1338-003<br><br>EGPWS: 1 Honeywell 9651690-055<br><br>Radio Altimeter: 2 Rockwell Collins 822-0334-002<br><br>ADC/ADM: 3 Thales Avionics SA C17001BA01<br><br>ADIRU: 2 Honeywell HG2050AC07<br><br>Weather Radar Transceiver: 1 Rockwell Collins 822-170-00<br><br>TCAS Computer: 1 Rockwell Collins 822-1293-033<br><br>ELT: 1 Artex 435-5004<br><br>ELT/ Nav Interface Unit: 1 Artex 453-6501<br><br>FCC: 2 Rockwell Collins 822-1604-101<br><br>HGS Computer: 1 Flight Dynamics 1500-2460-003<br><br>FMS: 2 Smith Industries 176200-01-01<br><br>ADF: 2 Rockwell Collins 822-0299-001<br><br>MMR(GLU): 2 Rockwell Collins 822-1152-002<br><br>CPC: 2 Nord-Micro 7121-19971-0lAC<br><br>IFSAU: 1 BAESystems 65-52820-2<br><br>FSEU: 1 BAE Systems 285A1200-1<br><br>GCU: 3 Hamilton Sundstrand 762185H<br><br>TRU: 3 Oeco LLC 080-20705-01<br><br>CDS DEU: 2 Honeywell 4081600-930<br><br>DFDAU: 1 Teledyne Controls 2233000-815-1<br><br>EVM: 1 Vibro-Meter 241-280-056-014<br><br>SELCAL Decoder: 1 Avtech 1200008-000<br><br>COMPLIANCE & NAVIGATION<br><br>ADS-B: Yes<br><br>CPDLC: Yes<br><br>FANS 1/A: Yes<br><br>RVSM: Yes<br><br>Additional Equipment<br><br>Additional Equipment<br><br>Securaplane<br><br>HUD<br><br>Fuel Capacity<br><br>Standard: 45,000 lb<br><br> LS Wing: 8,500 lb<br><br> RS Wing: 8,500 lb<br><br> Center: 28,000 lb<br><br>Auxiliary: 25,000 lb<br><br> Fwd Aux: 10,000 lb<br><br> Aft Aux: 15,000 lb<br><br>Total: 70,000 lb<br><br>Exterior<br><br>Year Painted<br><br>2005<br><br>Exterior Notes<br><br>Base Paint:<br><br>White<br><br>Accent Colors:<br><br>Green<br><br>Condition:<br><br>Original 2005<br><br>Interior<br><br>Year Interior<br><br>2024<br><br>Interior Notes<br><br>Configuration / PAX:<br><br>Thirty-Three (33) Passengers + Eight (<img src="https://www.nairaland.com/faces/cool.png" alt="cool" border="0" class="faces"> Crew = Forty-One (41)<br><br>5 Zone Seating:<br><br>Zone 1: Crew Rest Area<br><br>Two (2) Crew Rest Seats & Two (2) Cabin Attendant Seats<br><br>Zone 2: VIP Stateroom<br><br>Bed w/ Two (2) Place Divan & Private Lavatory<br><br>Zone 3: VIP Lounge<br><br>Four (4) Seat Conference Room<br><br>Zone 4: First Class Seating Cabin<br><br>Nine (9) Forward Facing Seats<br><br>Zone 5: Business Class Seating Cabin<br><br>Eighteen (18) Forward Facing Seats<br><br>Galleys:<br><br>Forward & Aft Full-Service Galleys w/ Steam Oven, Microwave,<br><br>Chilled Compartments, Storage & Warming Drawer<br><br>Lavatories:<br><br>Forward Crew Enclosed Private Lavatory<br><br>VIP Stateroom Private Enclosed Lavatory & Shower<br><br>Zone 4 1st Class Cabin Enclosed Private Lavatory<br><br>Zone 5 Business Cabin Enclosed Private Lavatory<br><br>Connectivity:<br><br>Ka-Band Wi-Fi Internet (Honeywell MCS-7000)<br><br>AEROCOM 3000 CTU<br><br>Airshow<br><br>Audio Visual System:<br><br>One (1) 32 Master Bedroom Monitor<br><br>One (1) 32 VIP Lounge Monitor<br><br>One (1) 32 First Class Cabin Monitor<br><br>Two (2) 21 Business Class Monitors<br><br>Condition:<br><br>Partial Refurbishment July 2024<br><br>Inspection Status<br><br>Inspection Status<br><br>Inspection In Progress (AMACBasel, Switzerland)<br><br>B1-B2 Inspections In Progress (AMACBasel, Switzerland)<br><br>C1-C2 Inspections Completed July 2024 (AMACBasel, Switzerland)<br><br>Carpet Replacement (Through 90% of the Cabin) Completed July 2024 (AMACBasel, Switzerland)<br><br>First Class Seats Full Refurbishment Completed July 2024 (AMACBasel, Switzerland)<br><br>* Estimated Return to Service May 2025</blockquote><br><a rel=ugc 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