Wole Shadare, Author at Aviation metric

IATA: Despite improvement, Africa’s air safety rating lags behind global average

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Wole Shadare

2024 runway excursions most prevalent among Africa’s 10 reported accidents High taxes, charges highest in Africa, destroy travel demands, flays $1trapped funds The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged African governments to prioritise aviation as a catalyst for economic growth, job creation, connectivity, and social development by enhancing safety, reducing the cost burden, and resolving the issue of blocked airline funds. According to IATA, on average, the effective implementation rate for ICAO SARPS is…

Regulator gives 2026 deadline for airport certification compliance

Posted on July 29, 2025July 29, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Director of Aerodrome and Airspace Standards, Godwin Balang, has given a January 2026 deadline for airport certification and compliance across all Nigerian aerodromes. He stated that operating uncertified airports is no longer acceptable under Nigeria’s aviation laws or international safety protocols. Speaking recently about his transition from the NCAA’s Directorate of Airworthiness Standards to Aerodrome and Airspace Standards, Balang disclosed troubling gaps in oversight. He said the regulatory body was beaming its searchlight on…

MRO: Ageing fleet creates significant market opportunity for Nigeria, Africa’s market

Posted on July 29, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Africa has the oldest fleet average age of any continent in the world. The global average is six years, while in Africa it is 17 years and above. This creates significant aircraft maintenance demands as older ones require more frequent and comprehensive inspection activities to ensure safe operations, writes WOLE SHADARE Nigerian airlines face significant challenges in the area of Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO), primarily due to the lack of adequate local facilities. This forces…

FAAN, NAMA report quashes Lufthansa’s crew claim over ‘unaware’ damaged Abuja runway

Posted on July 28, 2025July 28, 2025 by Wole Shadare

There are indications that the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) duly notified all airlines through a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) of a section of damaged section of the Abuja airport runway, which was supposed to keep airlines away for some time pending the repair of the bad portion. Lufthansa German Airlines’ A330 aircraft bound for Frankfurt last week was reportedly forced to offload 45 passengers. According to…

Air Peace hosts strategic leadership, customer experience for management team

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Air Peace has convened a high-level strategic leadership and customer experience transformation retreat for its management team. This, according to the airline, is a bold step to strengthen its leadership culture and enhance customer experience delivery The three-day intellectual retreat, held from July 25 to July 27, 2025, took place in Ikeja. Organised in partnership with the Lagos-based consulting powerhouse, Ricchezza Capital Advisors Ltd, the retreat brought together top minds and seasoned professionals to challenge…

FAAN, firm sign strategic pact on human capital development

Posted on July 27, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has reached a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to deliver on the six-point agenda of the Managing Director/Chief Executive, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku. In a landmark move toward global training excellence, the FAAN Training School has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ATOM Training Services, a world-class aviation training institute based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The agreement marks a major step forward in enhancing the capacity…

NSIB partners FRSC, strengthen transport safety

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has strengthened its commitment to improving road safety through a strategic partnership with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two agencies today aims to broaden safety investigations across all modes of transport, including road, aviation, maritime, and railway. This collaborative action is poised to elevate the standards of safety, addressing critical areas such as enforcement and real-time response to…

Airbus expands footprint in Africa with a new Customer Support Centre in J’burg

Posted on July 23, 2025July 23, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Airbus has officially opened a new Customer Support Centre dedicated to commercial aircraft in Johannesburg, marking a major milestone in nearly five decades of partnership with Africa’s aviation sector. The facility will bring Airbus closer to airline customers across the continent, enhancing customer proximity and offering a full range of services to help operators maintain safe, efficient, and reliable fleets. The centre will provide technical assistance, engineering and maintenance solutions, fleet performance analysis, training services,…

African carriers’ low penetration creates space for foreign airlines’

Posted on July 23, 2025July 23, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Despite the presence of foreign airlines, the African market still offers substantial growth potential. This is particularly true for airlines looking to expand their reach and offer more options travelling to and from the continent, writes WOLE SHADARE Foreign airlines are increasingly viewing the African aviation market as a lucrative opportunity. While European and Middle Eastern carriers have a strong presence, airlines from around the globe are recognising the potential for growth in the region….

NCAA, ICAO begin workshop on USAP-CMA

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Wole Shadare

In a renewed effort to strengthen Nigeria’s aviation security framework, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), in partnership with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), has commenced a five-day national quality control workshop for the Universal Security Audit Programme Continuous Monitoring Approach (USAP-CMA). The technical workshop, which kicked off on Monday, July 21, 2025, at the NCAA’s Lagos Regional Office, aims to sharpen the country’s Aviation Security (AVSEC) oversight system by addressing audit findings and…

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