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Flight delays, cancellations, poor mgt undermine confidence in aviation, NCAA threatens more sanctions

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Flight delays, cancellations, poor mgt undermine confidence in aviation, NCAA threatens more sanctions

The Acting Director-General of Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt Chris Najomo has lamented that flight cancellations and flight delays are twin monsters that have done incalculable damage to air travel in the country and one that far-reaching implications for passengers, businesses, the credibility of the aviation industry and national development as a whole.  Najomo stated this at a meeting he held in Lagos with airline Chief Executive Officers and stakeholders in the aviation industry…

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Irate passengers turn violent, NCAA holds emergency meeting with airlines today

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Irate passengers turn violent, NCAA holds emergency meeting with airlines today

…NCAA seeks reports to ascertain carriers’ weather excuses  The swift intervention of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has averted what could have resulted in ugly situations at many of the country’s busy airports as airlines have engaged in flight delays and cancellations, leaving many passengers from reuniting with their loved ones. While the carriers have attributed this ugly scenario to bad weather, others who are knowledgeable about domestic airline business have linked the problem…

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Aviation holds potential for economic transformation, says DG NCAA

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Aviation holds potential for economic transformation, says DG NCAA

The Acting Director General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Chris Najomo said Nigeria’s aviation sector holds great potential for driving economic transformation, connecting communities, and promoting regional integration.  The benefits of these efforts he said are already evident with the country’s improved ranking on the Aviation Working Group’s Cape Town Convention Compliance Index which he said is a testament to the progress.  He noted that the aviation regulatory body would ensure the…

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NCAA to sanction airlines over delayed refunds in 14 days, chides carriers’ passengers rights violations

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NCAA to sanction airlines over delayed refunds in 14 days, chides carriers’ passengers rights violations

Piqued by the deluge against airlines that have frustrated travellers over inability to make a refund for cancelled or delayed flights that span more than five hours, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is ready to wield the big stick by sanctioning erring airlines.  The agency said failure to comply with Part 19 of NCAA regulations will, henceforth, attract immediate sanctions. The airline sector is riddled with mounting complaints against airlines over flight delays and…

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Najomo may get DG NCAA confirmation after Nuhu’s tenure ends Feb 2025

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Najomo may get DG NCAA confirmation after Nuhu’s tenure ends Feb 2025

FG applies delay strategy to solve leadership conundrum   The controversy that led to the Federal Government’s inability to proceed to confirm the appointment of the Acting Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo as substantive DG of the agency is expected to come to an end soon. Reason: The Director-General of NCAA recognized by law, Capt. Musa Nuhu’s five-year tenure comes to an end in February 2025. This could pave…

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NCAA: How FAAN closed 165 gaps to get Abuja, Lagos airports recertification

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NCAA: How FAAN closed 165 gaps to get Abuja, Lagos airports recertification

…To commence second phase exercise for other aerodromes   The Acting Director-General of Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo said the renewal of the aerodrome certificates for Lagos and Abuja airports – marks an important milestone in the country’s journey towards achieving excellence in aviation safety and security. He, however, disclosed that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) got the recertification for the Lagos and Abuja airports after closing 136 items or…

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NCAA recertifies Lagos, Abuja airports four years after last exercise

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NCAA recertifies Lagos, Abuja airports four years after last exercise

FAAN MD lauds exercise, says agency prioritises infrastructure upgrade Four years after the last exercise, the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos and the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja have been recertified by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). Airports are certified to ensure the safety of aircraft operations and to demonstrate compliance with relevant safety standards Airport Operating Certificates serve to ensure safety in air transportation. To obtain a certificate, an airport must agree to certain operational and safety…

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Confirm Najomo as substantive DG NCAA, operators, stakeholders plead with Tinubu

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Confirm Najomo as substantive DG NCAA, operators, stakeholders plead with Tinubu

Stakeholders made up of some airline operators and opinion moulders in the aviation industry have called for the immediate confirmation of Capt. Chris Najomo as the substantive Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority. They stated this while paying glowing tribute to a man they said has brought transformation to the regulatory agency since his appointment last year and affirmed that it is high time President Bola Tinubu confirmed him as substantive head of the…

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Inaccurate data stumbling block to aviation growth-NCAA

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Inaccurate data stumbling block to aviation growth-NCAA

Experts commend NCAA, slam carriers over flight delays, cancellations   The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Mr. Michael Achimugu said believable data gathering and presentation has been a major stumbling block to the growth and development of the aviation sector in Nigeria. He particularly mentioned the case of the NCAA, explaining that the aviation regulatory body should be the custodian of accurate data gathering for the entire aviation industry. Speaking…

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NCAA to stop pilots, crew flying for multiple airlines, experts say action rare

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NCAA to stop pilots, crew flying for multiple airlines, experts say action rare

Seek licence revocation of violators   The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued a critical directive that prohibits licensed flight crew members from conducting cross-crew operations for multiple airlines. Captain Chris Najomo, the Acting Director General of Civil Aviation, signed this order, referenced as DGCA/26/24, and directed it to all Nigerian aircraft operators. In this context, cross-crew operations involve pilots performing flights for more than one airline, which, according to the NCAA, increases safety…

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