Air Ivoire was an airline headquartered in the Immueble EECI in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.[1] It was the national airline and operated scheduled regional and intercontinental services. Its main base was Port Bouet Airport, Abidjan.[2] The airline ceased operations in 2011, and its role as flag carrier was transferred over to Air Côte d'Ivoire, which launched in 2012.[3]
History
The airline was established on 14 December 1960 and started operations in August 1964. Sodetraf, UTA and Air Afrique held an interest in the airline until January 1976, when the government of Ivory Coast acquired all of the shares. Initially known as Air Ivoire, the airline suspended operations in September 1999 due to financial difficulties. After being acquired by AAA, owned 51% by Air France