Aviation

Scheduled carriers share N3bn, non-scheduled receive N1bn The Federal Government has kept to its promise with N4 billion bailout that has been handed out to the carriers as a way of cushioning the effects of COVID-19 crises on the operations of the airlines. This is, however, not without rancour among the airlines on how the fund should be disbursed and how the executive of Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), especially the President, Dr. Abdulmunaf Sarina…

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) said it has stepped up measures to ensure the safety of travelling passengers and other airport users across the nation. This is coming as the world grapples with the second wave of the dreaded Coronavirus pandemic, From the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, Port Harcourt International Airport, Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport and others within its network, the agency disclosed that it…

The second wave of Coronavirus (COVID-19) could make return to profitability by airlines, especially in Nigeria, extremely difficult. For those already in operation, the situation looks dire with no hope in sight that they would survive and offer the same kind of services they offered pre-COVID-19. Year 2021 may become more difficult for them except there is a quick turnaround in the economic situation coupled with swift restructuring of airlines’ modus operandi. The outgoing year…

NCAA lists travel protocol for airlines from S’Africa, UK The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued a stern warning to foreign airlines operating into Nigeria from the UK and South Africa that failure to adhere strictly to the new travel rules will attract penalties. The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 over the weekend issued new travel rules for passengers on direct flights from the UK and South Africa due to the variance of coronavirus…

A huge relief came the way of many airlines, particularly those in Africa, following the re-certification of B737 MAX by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) more than a year after the aircraft were grounded around the globe. The production line of the 737 Max is back up and running after six months of dormancy. The moves represent significant steps forward for the beleaguered company as it tries to regain its footing and restore its reputation…

  For more than thirty minutes, a middle aged man, Dr. Chike Okogwu and some passengers  went berserk as they engaged in wanton destruction of properties belonging to Dana Airlines and unleashed violence on staff  at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. Allegedly in response to rescheduled flight, the passengers led by Okogwu became combative, went on rampage destroyed the carrier’s reservation computer system, counters after physically assaulting Dana staff who took to their heels….

Weeks after announcing N4B stimulus package for airlines, airlines operators are yet to get the money; a situation that led to call for the release of the money to assist carriers get out of the woods. The much talked about stimulus many said despite how small it is would help to solve some of the airlines’ problems. Consequently, the Federal government has been asked to release the fund to the aviation industry to save struggling…

  Agency’s sharp decline amounted to N18.9b loss-Okoye   Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Capt Rabiu Yadudu has recounted the impact the COVID-19 had on the aviation sector, particularly the FAAN. He stated that consequent upon the development, airports lost take-off and landing fees as well as Passenger Service Charges (PSC) which he said were the major revenue generating points of airports. Yadudu who spoke at the Servicom Networking Meeting…

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on governments to ensure that aviation workers should be next in line for COVID vaccines after health care workers and vulnerable groups. IATA sought to justify its comments by saying the aviation industry is integral to the distribution of medical supplies, medicines and soon, the COVID-19 vaccine itself. “We are not asking for aviation workers to be on top of the list, but we need governments to…

The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) has announced an interim six-member South African Airways (SAA) board as the airline prepares to relaunch in 2021. In a statement recently, the department said Geoff Qhena will chair the board, which also comprises Peter Tshisevhe, June Crawford, BembeZwane, Professor Edna van Harte and Nick Fadugba. The six, said DPE, are expected to restore proper governance and oversight of the airline during the implementation of a business rescue plan….