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Pilots working for two airlines expose aviation underbelly

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Pilots working for two airlines expose aviation underbelly

Working for two airlines simultaneously is the highest level of exposing the aviation industry to risk. In truth, pilots aren’t supposed to work for two airlines, since there’s no way to manage rest in a situation like that, writes, WOLE SHADARE  Quick intervention The timely intervention of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to nip in the bud the practice by pilots of flying for multiple airlines at the same time is commendable. For the…

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Costly operations impacting African airlines’ performance-AFRAA

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Costly operations impacting African airlines’ performance-AFRAA

The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) said its primary focus is to create a sustainable, interconnected and affordable African air transport industry. The AFRAA Secretary-General, Abderahmane Berthé highlighted the areas of action for the airline industry to address the high cost of operations that is impacting the performance of the continent’s airlines. He told Aviation Metric that while Africa’s aviation industry continues to perform strongly, with increased passenger traffic and improved operational efficiency with key drivers including expanded…

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RwandAir Commits to Sustained Cargo Operations

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RwandAir Commits to Sustained Cargo Operations

RwandAir has committed to Cargo Agents in Nigeria to sustain its Cargo operations out of the country to build its market share in that space. The commitment was made during a recent Cargo Agents Workshop held at Presken Hotel, Airport Road, Ikeja, Lagos recently to get their feedback relating to the airline’s service delivery, address pressing concerns, and outline its plans to enhance cargo operations. The Airline’s Regional Manager, Mr.  Dennis Rwiliriza disclosed that the…

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Nigeria, Brazil hold talks, initiate direct flight operations

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Nigeria, Brazil hold talks, initiate direct flight operations

FG designate, Air Peace, Caverton to Brazil, sets up draft committee Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has begun high-level discussions with the Brazilian Ambassador to Nigeria, Carlos Garcete, to activate the Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) and initiate direct flights between Nigeria and Brazil. The discussion with the Brazilian Envoy resulted from the directive handed to the Minister by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to open BASA talks with Brazil after the President…

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NCAA digitalise to streamline operations

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NCAA digitalise to streamline operations

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has concluded plans to embark on a digital transformation to streamline its operations and enhance oversight.  The regulatory body is introducing digital platforms for processing approvals, licenses, renewals, and passenger complaints. Acting Director-General, Civil Aviation, Captain Chris Najomo, made this announcement at the launch of a training program for the new Consumer Protection Portal in Lagos. He emphasised that the portal will expedite complaint resolution and serve as a…

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