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Aviation contributes #250 billion to economy annually-FAAN

Posted on March 27, 2016March 27, 2016 by Wole Shadare

*FG requires N25b for airports fencing The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) said the aviation industry contributes #250 billion to the country’s economy annually while providing more than 300, 000 jobs. The agency assured that government would continue to ensure growth in the sector. Spokesman for the agency, Yakubu Dati disclosed that most of the leakages observed in the past had been closed by the authority, stressing that this had made it possible for…

State of Nigerian airports infrastructure

Posted on March 27, 2016 by Wole Shadare

By Yakubu Dati The deluge of doubts that trailed the remodeling of airports across Nigeria, is giving way to rays of hope as great expectations have replaced the eager anticipation within the country’s aviation circles following the arrival of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) team to conduct an audit. According to Jean Claude Waffo, who is leading the team, the audit will access the state’s capabilities to oversee regulations as well as ensure…

KLM deploys new World Business Class cabin on the Lagos – Amsterdam route

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Wole Shadare

In a bid to provide more comfort to travellers, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has concluded plan to deploy its B777-200 aircraft on the Lagos – Amsterdam route. The B777 airplane replaces the A330 the carrier used on the route. The aircraft features the New World Business Class (WBC) cabin which was designed by leading Dutch designer Hella Jongerius. The airline told woleshadare.net that KLM created an entirely new Business Class look & feel while uniting international…

Segun Adeniyi, two others emerge winners, of Royal Caribbean cruise vacation

Posted on March 24, 2016March 24, 2016 by Wole Shadare

The Chairman, editorial board of Thisday Newspapers, Olusegun Adeniyi is one of the three lucky persons that will be spending seven nights holiday cruising in Royal Caribbean ship across major European cities.Adeniyi’s ticket number 018 was a winning ticket in a raffle draw organized by Tour Brokers International as part of activities to launch TBI office in Abuja where Nigerians desirous of exploring cruises on ship for holiday will make their bookings and enquiries. The…

$50b needed to grow aviation in Nigeria in 28 years, says Demuren

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Wole Shadare

The Managing Director of Evergreen Apple Nigeria (EAN), Mr. Olusegun Demuren said the Nigerian aviation industry contributed $685 million to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2015. Demuren equally disclosed $50 billion is still needed over the next 28 years to grow the aviation sector in Nigeria. He said business aviation which comprised chartered and private jet operators contributed 25 per cent out of the total amount, adding that there is still room…

Airports worldwide strengthen security after Brussels attacks

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Wole Shadare

*FAAN heighten security at aerodromes Several countries including Nigeria have tightened or reviewed airport security following twin explosions at the airport in Brussels. The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the bomb attacks in the departure hall of Zaventem Airport, and a rush-hour metro train, which killed at least 34 people. Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) said it has beefed up security in and around all the airports in the country. Speaking with journalists…

FAAN assures traveller of seamless operations at Easter

Posted on March 22, 2016 by Wole Shadare

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has assured the public, especially passengers and airline operators, that necessary operational and security measures have been put in place at all our airports to ensure hitch-free passage of passengers and cargo during the forthcoming Easter holidays. A statement by spokesman for the agency, Yakubu Dati stated that passenger facilitation at all our airports has also been enhanced by the installation of more modern and bigger conveyor belts…

U.S. airlines cancel Brussels flights after bombings

Posted on March 22, 2016 by Wole Shadare

U.S. airlines canceled flights to Brussels after bombings at that international airport halted flights, and prompted tighter security across Europe and in New York City. Brussels airport had 397 flight cancellations by 8:30 a.m., according to Daniel Baker, CEO of FlightAware.com, which tracks flights. Brussels Airlines was the hardest hit, with 173 cancellations for 96 per cent of their daily schedule, Baker said. “The U.S. should not be significantly impacted since there are only a handful of daily flights between the U.S….

Nigeria tops business aviation market

Posted on March 22, 2016 by Wole Shadare

Despite the economic downturn, Nigeria has continued to rank as country with the highest number of business aviation in Africa followed by South Africa. Growth has been driven predominantly by the oil and gas industry, even though Nigeria’s private jet fleet is larger than the commercial aircraft fleet. However, other sectors, including finance, manufacturing, telecoms and agriculture, are all contributing to a market, which is set to grow more by 10 per cent this year….

International fares rise, domestic charges static

Posted on March 22, 2016 by Wole Shadare

If fuel prices are so low, why are air fares so high and local tickets stagnant? WOLE SHADARE asks The NCAA charge It is an irony of some sorts that while domestic fares are as low as N12,000 and N15,000; tickets on international routes are on the rise. The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has even made the matter worse for the domestic carriers, warning any airline that embarks on add-on charges, sub-charges or…

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