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Nigeria’s Aerospace University Gets Provisional Approval

Posted on July 2, 2021 by Wole Shadare

Minister Presents Concept Note to NUC The quest by the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Aviation, to establish an Aviation and Aerospace University has been boosted by the assurance of the National Universities Commission (NUC) to expedite action on the concept document submitted by the Minister of Aviation Hadi Sirika. Executive Secretary, National University Commission, Professor Abubakar Adamu Rasheed who gave the assurance after receiving the note from the Minister, said the commission…

SKY Express to Begin Fleet Modernisation with ATR 72-600

Posted on July 1, 2021July 1, 2021 by Wole Shadare

Market-leading turboprop manufacturer ATR and Greek airline SKY express today announce the delivery of an ATR 72-600 aircraft. This deal represents a new country of operations for the ATR 72-600 which is currently flying in over 50 countries around the world. With a fleet of 10 ATR -500 series aircraft, the airline has opted to continue its long relationship with ATR for its fleet modernisation project. When the ATR 72-600 enters into service later this…

Jet fuel prices on the rise again, impact $43.2b on airlines

Posted on July 1, 2021July 1, 2021 by Wole Shadare

Nigerian carriers in limbo, Jet A1 rises to N320/litres It has been a while ago since airlines have complained of oil prices, but that is about to change. Jet fuel prices are on the rise again, notably since May, and continuing to rise through June into the third quarter. Meanwhile, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the clearing house for more than 290 global airlines, has warned that oil prices will cast…

Stander takes over from Zweigenthal as AASA CEO

Posted on July 1, 2021 by Wole Shadare

The Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA) has appointed Wrenelle Stander has been appointed as its new Chief Executive Officer, with effect from mid-July 2021 Stander takes over the reins from Chris Zweigenthal who is retiring from the industry body he has served with distinction for over 19 years. “Wrenelle, whose career includes extensive leadership experience in the public and private sectors of the air transport and energy industries as well as in the South…

Lagos partners Skal for new tourism road map

Posted on June 30, 2021June 30, 2021 by Wole Shadare

In a bid to build a virile tourism sector, Skal Club has collaborated with Lagos Tourism Board on the new Lagos State tourism Road map. Commissioner, Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile Yusuf has equaled the partnership with the travel trade partners-Skal Club. The road map was discussed at the just concluded Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and culture Stakeholders Forum held in Ikeja. Various experts and tourism professional…

X-raying Nigeria’s underwhelming aviation trajectory

Posted on June 29, 2021June 29, 2021 by Wole Shadare

Despite having the continent’s largest economy and population, and strategic location in the middle of West and Central Africa, Nigeria is yet to capture what some would refer to as its rightful position as an aviation hub. However, demand-side inhibitors, such as the lack of a national carrier, high airline fees, infrastructure, sound and workable policy to make the nation’s airlines thrive among others must be addressed if the country is to fulfill its potentials,…

United Airlines orders 70 A321neo aircraft

Posted on June 29, 2021 by Wole Shadare

United Airlines has placed an order for 70 Airbus A321neo aircraft, positioning the airline to grow its presence in the single-aisle market in alignment with its “United Next” initiative. The new order complements existing orders from United for 50 A321XLR aircraft, bringing the total commitment from the airline to 120 A321 aircraft. “Such a significant order from a great airline like United underscores that the A321neo offers unmatched capabilities, operating economics, and passenger friendliness,”…

Nigeria assists Sierra Leone to set up accident investigation agency

Posted on June 27, 2021 by Wole Shadare

The Accident Investigation Bureau, Nigeria (AIB-N) has commenced the provision of technical support for the setting up of the Sierra Leone Aircraft Accident Incident Investigation Bureau (SL-AAIIB). This was marked by the conclusion of a recent two-day fact-finding mission to the Sierra Leone Aircraft Accident Incident Investigation Bureau (SL-AAIIB) by the Accident Investigation Bureau, Nigeria (AIB-N). This is the second time AIB-N will be assisting member countries in the sub region to establish their…

FG acquires N1.7b mobile air traffic tower to boost air safety

Posted on June 24, 2021 by Wole Shadare

New mobile towers, first in 26 years In its bid to boost air safety and seamless separation of aircraft in flight, the Federal Government has acquired two mobile air traffic control tower at the cost of N1.7b. The new mobile tower is the first mobile tower in 26 years. The last one purchased over two decades ago had been overtaken by technology and no more working. Mobile air traffic control tower serves for navigation…

Airport concession: FG allay fear of job loss

Posted on June 24, 2021 by Wole Shadare

The planned concession of four airporrts across the country would not lead to job losses according to the Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika. Sirika gave the assurance at the Federal Government said it would use between June and August this year to finalise the issue of airport concession in the country even as labour continues to kick against the project Sirika who revealed this in Lagos at the end of the Airport Business Summit and Expo…

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