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AI-powered machines to detect explosives, narcotics, drugs deployed by FAAN at Lagos airport

Posted on April 6, 2025 by Wole Shadare

…Expands e-gate system The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) is ushering in a new era of security and efficiency at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, with the deployment of advanced screening technologies, e-gate systems, and a renewed inter-agency collaboration framework aimed at modernizing Nigeria’s aviation environment. The agency has deployed a state-of-the-art security screening system, the Orion 928DX, described as one of the most advanced technologies in global aviation security. The highly…

Huge boost for AMCON As Arik Air Airlifts 2.2m Passengers In 2024

Posted on April 2, 2025April 2, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Operates 10,699 Flights – NCAA Report Arik Air in 2024 airlifted 2,239,176 passengers between January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024, a report sourced from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has confirmed. The airline, which has been under the receivership of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) since 2017, despite its challenges, also operated 10,699 flights within the year under review, making it the second most active airline in terms of passenger traffic…

Delta honours workers who propelled 100 years in the sky with Flight Museum

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Wole Shadare

As the first U.S. airline to celebrate its centennial, Delta is honoring the dedication and spirit of the people who propelled the company through a century of flight with the newly renovated Delta Flight Museum. Officially opening Monday, April 7, the vast hangars-turned exhibit and event space captures the airline’s unique culture and people-first values, ensuring the stories of Delta’s first 100 years will forever be etched into history. Visitors and event goers alike can immerse…

Aligbe: Nigeria’s aviation market vanishing

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The setting up of new airlines by Nigeria’s neighbours and some other carriers in East Africa and other places could further erode the country’s aviation market as the Chief Executive Officer of Belujane Konsult, Mr. Chris Azu Aligbe maintained that the lack of strong carriers from Nigeria could see the carriers take huge advantage of Nigeria’s aviation market. Speaking with Aviation Metric at the weekend, Aligbe disclosed that Ethiopian Airlines plans to invest massively in…

Foreign jets flying domestic in Saudi? It’s happening from May 2025

Posted on March 25, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Saudi Arabia is allowing international private aircraft to operate domestic flights from May, changing the luxury aviation game and bringing fresh competition to local operators On May 1, 2025, Saudi Arabia will take a landmark step by permitting foreign-registered aircraft to operate domestic flights, dramatically reshaping its private aviation landscape. This historic decision, part of the Kingdom’s ambitious Vision 2030, aims to boost competition, elevate service standards, and position Saudi Arabia as a global hub for private…

ValueJet set to commence flights to Jos from Lagos April 2

Posted on March 23, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Passengers can now enjoy direct flights between Lagos and Jos as ValueJet has concluded plans to begin flight services to Jos, Plateau on April 2, 2025. The airline equally plans to spread its wings to other key destinations. The carrier would operate direct flight from Lagos three times a week scheduled for Monday, Wednesday and Friday for a start as it could expand it to daily operation. It is not the first time ValueJet would…

Court Refuses EFCC Evidence In Arik Air N76bn Aircraft, Property Sales Case

Posted on March 19, 2025March 19, 2025 by Wole Shadare

A Lagos State High Court, sitting in Ikeja, on Wednesday has refused to admit the evidence produced in court by the witnesses of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in the ongoing fraud trial leveled against the former Managing Director of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria, Ahmed Kuru. The EFCC had accused the defendants of defrauding Arik Air of N76 billion and $31.5 million. Aside from Kuru, four others had been dragged before…

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…

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…

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…

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