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NiMet warns of dust haze in 24 hours to affect visibility, cautions airlines, Asthma patience, others

Posted on November 15, 2023November 15, 2023 by Wole Shadare

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, (NiMet), has alerted the public on the possibility of approaching thick dust hazes that can lead to deterioration of horizontal visibility within the next 24 hours. General Manager of the agency, Muntari Yusuf Ibrahim in a statement said the Inter-Tropical Discontinuity (ITD) is currently at about 9.60N Lat and this is expected to retreat slightly Southwards in the next 24 hours. He said Winds over 10m and 925hPa (700m) are favourable…

ValueJet’s CRJ aircraft slips off Port-Harcourt Airport taxi-way

Posted on November 14, 2023November 14, 2023 by Wole Shadare

A ValueJet aircraft on Tuesday slipped on a taxi turn after landing safely and cleared off the runway at Port Harcourt airport. There was no damage to the aircraft. The incident happened at 3.30 pm. The CRJ 900 Bombardier aircraft with registration 5N-BXR landed safely with passengers wondering what could have happened because the airplane landed safely without difficulty. The minor incident happened at about 3.30 pm at the Port-Harcourt International Airport according to the…

Egypt Air announces order for 10 A350-900s to meet growing demand for air travel

Posted on November 14, 2023 by Wole Shadare

Egypt Air customers will soon be flying to destinations around the globe aboard new Airbus A350-900s after the airline disclosed an order for 10 aircraft at the Dubai Airshow. Once added to the fleet, the A350-900s will provide EGYPTAIR with 25% less fuel burn and, in turn, reduced emissions, while passengers enjoy the comfort of the Airbus AirSpace cabin, including a feeling of true spaciousness, wide seats, high ceilings, and alluring ambient lighting. The signing…

Runway incursion: Aero Contractors cooperating with aviation agencies

Posted on November 13, 2023 by Wole Shadare

Aero Contractors, Nigeria’s oldest aviation company is cooperating with the relevant agencies following a runway incursion at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja this afternoon. All passengers were safely evacuated through a controlled disembarkation. Flight NG 119 with a registered Boeing 737 aircraft 5N-BYQ from Lagos to Abuja had a total of 133 passengers on board. The Managing Director of Aero Contractors, Capt. Ado Sanusi said, “We apologise for the inconveniences caused to our…

Mamaj Aviation Consult holds 7th annual summit

Posted on November 8, 2023November 8, 2023 by Wole Shadare

In its continuous effort to draw enthusiasts into mainstream aviation and proffer career paths in the industry, Mamaj Aviation Consult Limited, has announced the hosting of this year’s annual conference, the 7th in the series on Friday, November 17 2023, in Lagos, Nigeria. The theme for this year’s conference: “The Challenges of Exploring Careers In The Aviation And Travel Industry” will be held at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Annex, Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) at…

Kenya Airways Partners Junior Golf Foundation as official travel sponsor

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Wole Shadare

KQ to facilitate travel for junior golfers Kenya Airways (KQ) has today announced its partnership with Junior Golf Foundation (JGF) as it further strengthens its commitment to supporting youth development, sports, and community engagement in Kenya. The airline will become the official travel sponsor of JGF events, underscoring its dedication to nurturing young talent in the sport of golf. The Junior Golf Foundation is renowned for its exceptional work in providing young golf enthusiasts…

EX-Nigeria Airways’ workers to get final severance package, Minister assures

Posted on November 5, 2023 by Wole Shadare

N5b package ready The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo on Saturday disclosed that the Federal Government was already making arrangements to offset the last tranche of monies owed workers of defunct Nigeria Airways. The Minister who made the disclosure at the stakeholders forum held in Lagos did not go into details and how much is left to be settled said the government had taken the matter up and the ex-workers…

Ahead 15th Anniversary, Dana Air Introduces Flash Sales

Posted on November 3, 2023November 3, 2023 by Wole Shadare

Ahead of its 15th anniversary in the coming week, Dana Air has introduced a flash sale promo to reward its customers The flash sale, which is available every day from 15.00 to 15.15 hours from today 3rd November 2023 on the airline’s website www.flydanaair.com, is a window for its customers to reserve and book hugely discounted fares for their travel as part of its 15th-anniversary reward for loyal customers. Speaking on the initiative, the airline’s Head…

AWA celebrates 4 millionth passenger

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Wole Shadare

Africa World Airlines celebrated its 4 millionth Passenger at the Kotoko International Airport on October 31st, 2023 since its inception in September 2012. Mr. Rodney OlusolaAdewole, the 4 millionth Passenger who was checked in at Murtala Muhammed International Airport – Lagos, received a resounding welcome at the T3 arrival of the Kotoka International Airport. He was presented with AWA’s miniature aircraft and four return tickets to any of the airline’s destinations. The Chief Operating…

NiMet leads in industry’s ethics, integrity

Posted on November 2, 2023 by Wole Shadare

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) an agency under the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace is leading the industry in ethics and integrity scorecard following the implementation of robust transparency initiatives in its dealings. NiMet with a score of 78 percent emerged as number nine on the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) ethics and transparency index and emerged as the ninth most transparent and ethical agency in Nigeria. The highest score for…

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