Airlines face existential threat, says ASRT President, Onitiju

Airlines face existential threat, says ASRT President, Onitiju

Domestic travel volume shrinks over dwindling airplanes, others   President of Aviation Round Table (ART) Air Commodore Ademola Onitiju (Rtd) said the volume of the domestic travelling public for whom the stakeholders and airline operators seek to make aircraft available is dwindling due to the high cost of air tickets and reduced purchasing power of Nigerian citizens. They equally emphasised the need for purposeful coordination between the aviation sector and other government agencies especially the …

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Ground Handlers: Battling high charges amid existential threat

Ground Handlers: Battling high charges amid existential threat

The aviation ground handling sector is at a crossroads. Its survival can no longer be sustained with the current handling charges. They face an existential threat, writes, WOLE SHADARE Critical role Ground handling plays a crucial role in the aviation industry. It encompasses various services provided on the ground to ensure the smooth operation of flights. In aviation, the term “ground handling” refers to the wide range of services provided to facilitate an aircraft flight or…

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‘Rogue operators’ pose serious threat to safety

‘Rogue operators’ pose serious threat to safety

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is worried over illegal charter operations in the country. Stakeholders are equally worried. The agency has read the riot act to the perpetrators just like it has done in the past. Can this fresh threat yield any positive results? The onus is on Capt. Chris Najomo and his team, writes, WOLE SHADARE A popular option for the rich  Private air charter has become a more popular option for travelers looking…

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