Wole Shadare, Author at Aviation metric

Kenya Airways mulls return to Abuja, weighs options

Posted on March 18, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Kenya Airways said it was still considering plans to return to Abuja few years after it exited the route, just as it described Abuja route as very relevant point for the carrier. It noted that it offers greater flexibility and convenience for travellers, reinforcing their dedication to the Nigerian market. Speaking to journalists last week in Lagos, Regional Manager, America and West Africa for the airline, Ngamau Stephen also stated that the availability of in terms…

Developing Nigeria’s aviation local content policy with ‘Fly Nigeria Act’

Posted on March 18, 2025March 18, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Despite the pressure of globalization, the Nigerian Government is ensuring that businesses in Nigeria remain competitive. One key area that government is showing key interest in is the ‘Fly Nigeria Act’. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo is pushing for it, stakeholders are interested in it. Time is ticking, writes, WOLE SHADARE Local content push The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo has shown serious commitment to involving huge local…

Qatar Airways Launches Additional Flights to Global Destinations

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Qatar Airways is enhancing global connectivity with additional flights to key destinations around the world. The expanded services will offer passengers greater flexibility and seamless connections, further strengthening the airline’s network of more than 170 destinations. Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Thierry Antinori, said: “Qatar Airways’ vast network of global destinations is complemented with robust flight frequencies for the benefit of our passengers. The new additions further reflect our commitment to fostering worldwide connectivity…

NSIB, Aero sign strategic aviation deal

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) and Aero Contractors have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in industry-led safety training, knowledge exchange, and human capital development. It said this would reinforce Nigeria’s commitment to upholding global aviation safety standards. The agreement, signed on Monday in Lagos in the presence of key industry stakeholders, establishes a framework for structured training programs, technical collaborations, and the sharing of resources between NSIB and Aero Contractors….

Frequent failures: NAMA decommissions Lagos ILS cat 3 on 18R runway

Posted on March 17, 2025March 20, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has decommissioned the category 3 Instrument Landing System (ILS) on Runway 18R at Lagos airport due to frequent unserviceability and constant complaints from air traffic controllers, pilots and the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). The system has been replaced with a new Normack category 2 ILS/DME to enhance reliability and operational efficiency. ILS is a critical radio navigation system that provides short-range guidance for safe landings, particularly in low…

Sosina: Airports, airlines reaping liberalization benefits

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Wole Shadare

A former Secretary-General of African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC), Iyabo Sosina said the Single Africa Air Transport Market (SAATM) otherwise known as Africa’s version of the United States ‘Open Skies policy has helped the continent to increase capacity and flight services in the continent. Describing it as a win-win for as many countries in Africa that has adopted the air transport policy, Sosina said, “If you are actually going to look at the passenger figures…

NCAA cedes NAFIS hangar, calibration aircraft, others to NAMA

Posted on March 14, 2025March 14, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has ceded Navigational Aids Flights Inspection and Surveillance (NAFIS) hangar in Lagos to the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA). Some other assets ceded to the airspace management agency included an unserviceable calibration aircraft (HS-125), Ground power generator, a flight calibration laboratory, library, offices among others. The handover was done in a formal ceremony which took place at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos. The transfer ceremony which featured the…

Tinubu approves Maiduguri Airport upgrade

Posted on March 13, 2025 by Wole Shadare

…As African Aviation University takes off in Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the upgrade of Maiduguri Airport to international status. This completed the process of establishing international airports across all the six geopolitical zones of the country. Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, announced the development on Thursday via his verified X handle, @SundayDareSD. The move was expected to boost economic activities and enhance regional connectivity in…

Aviation Personality Of The Year Award: Keyamo gets stakeholders’ nod

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The coordinator of the 14th Nigeria Aviation Award Performance Review community Mr Fortune Idu said, aviation stakeholders have overwhelmingly passed vote of confidence on the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Mr Festus Keyamo as the Aviation Personality of the Year 2024%. According to Idu, this was shown at the just concluded Nigeria Aviation award votes opened to public survey for the 14th NIGAV Awards He said it was a true vote of public confidence…

United Installs Starlink Wi-Fi On Regional Aircraft

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Wole Shadare

United has announced it installed Starlink on its first regional aircraft and unveiled details of the process to underscore the technical operations benefits associated with the equipment, including size and weight as well as the ease of install and maintenance. The airline expects to outfit 40+ regional aircraft each month beginning in May through the end of 2025 – average Starlink install time is about 8 hours, excluding any de-installation of existing equipment, testing or aircraft modification,…

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