Akatugba violated, contravened rule on pick up at MMA2-terminal operator

Akatugba violated, contravened rule on pick up at MMA2-terminal operator

Action best interest of traveling public, BASL explains failed POS transaction Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operator of Murtala Muhammed Airport 2 (MMA2) has condemned allegations of extortion of money from him by the terminal operator. A man, Mr. Theophilus Akatugba had posted a viral video accusing BASL of clamping on his vehicle after he violated the ‘no pick-up rule’ that entails no passenger shall be picked up from the drop-off zone. Akatugba equally accused…

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Airbus Helicopters H160 granted FAA certification

Airbus Helicopters H160 granted FAA certification

Airbus Helicopters has received certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the H160 helicopter, marking a significant milestone in the aircraft’s development and positioning it for entry into the U.S. market. “We are pleased to receive FAA certification for the H160, which is a testament to many years of hard work and commitment from our teams in order to deliver this multirole helicopter to the customers in North America who have already placed their…

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Kenya Airways sets 2024 recovery target, holds 47th AGM

Kenya Airways sets 2024 recovery target, holds 47th AGM

Restructuring effort leads to 66% revenue increase   Kenya Airways PLC (KQ) held virtually held its 47th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday with the carrier making appreciable progress in its operations. The East African carrier has targeted the 2024 date for full recovery of the carrier following the COVID-19 pandemic that caused incalculable damage to global airlines. Aside from that, the airline’s turnaround progress in 2022 remained on course with its restructuring and transformation…

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Plaudits as NiMet turns 20

Plaudits as NiMet turns 20

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, (NiMet) has started receiving commendations from stakeholders as it turned 20 years as an Agency on the of June 19th this year. The commendations, which come from stakeholders and those who use the agency’s services across various sectors of the economy acknowledged that the agency has over the years improved in its service delivery and has not just made its mark in the nation but at the regional level as well….

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SAHCO appoints new executive director

SAHCO appoints new executive director

Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) PLC has appointed Herbert Odika as Executive Director, Operations. This was announced during the company’s 13th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at Marriott Hotel, Ikeja in Lagos. Herbert Odika is a professional in aviation ground operational management, business development, sales, and marketing. He is a 2001 graduate of business studies from the University of North London. He started his career in the United Kingdom developing skills and experience in business…

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Amid alleged poor Nigeria Air handling, national carrier debate lingers

Amid alleged poor Nigeria Air handling, national carrier debate lingers

One issue that has dominated national discourse in the past month is Nigeria Air and whether or not Nigeria needs a national airline; the debate that reverberates, write, WOLE SHADARE The big debate The debate for a national carrier for Nigeria will never go away depending on the side or position one takes.  It is a position of naysayers and optimists. It is the most contentious debate that no one will ever win until the Federal…

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Intrigues over renaming of 15 airports after prominent Nigerians

Intrigues over renaming of 15 airports after prominent Nigerians

‘Tinubu reaffirmation commendable’   The renaming of 15 airports by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu after prominent Nigerians has led to confusion as to who exactly took the glory for honouring some prominent citizens with some aerodromes across the country. It would be recalled that two days before former President Muhammadu Buhari left office, news broke that the former President had indeed re-named the Akure Airport after Dr Bernard Olumuyiwa Aliu, a former President of the…

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Green Africa Appoints Ajiboye Co-Chair Safety Review Board

Green Africa Appoints Ajiboye Co-Chair Safety Review Board

  Green Africa, a leading value carrier based in Lagos, Nigeria, has announced the appointment of Engr. Kayode Ajiboye as the co-chair of its Safety Review Board. He will assume his role on July 1, 2023. Currently chaired by Capt. Bart Roberts, the Safety Review Board plays a pivotal role in Green Africa’s commitment to safety and operational excellence. The Safety Review Board provides additional independent oversight of Green Africa’s operations to ensure consistent adherence…

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C/River appoints ‘inactive’, crop production firm as lease manager for Cally Air

C/River appoints ‘inactive’, crop production firm as lease manager for Cally Air

The Cross River State Governor has appointed an ‘inactive’ company, which primary activity at incorporation is crop and animal production, hunting, and related services activities as Lease Manager for Cally Air Aircraft. The Company, Meler’s Global Resources Limited with RC Number 1085541 was incorporated in December 2012 with its address as House 1, Road 16, opposite General Gas Oyo, Oyo State with Mr Eric Atuo having significant control and is inactive in the records of…

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IATA absolves self of skyrocketing fares from Nigeria, says fares dominated in USD

IATA absolves self of skyrocketing fares from Nigeria, says fares dominated in USD

    The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has exonerated itself from the skyrocketing airfares in Nigeria, attributing the exchange rate applied to international flight tickets sold in Nigeria as the reason for the high cost of fares from Nigeria. It also noted that fares are not determined by IATA, saying that it is incorrect to describe them as the “IATA exchange rate”. The clearing house for over 290 international airlines disclosed that airfares for…

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