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12 hospitalized after American Airlines plane catches fire
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12 hospitalized after American Airlines plane catches fire

Twelve people were hospitalized with minor injuries after an American Airlines flight caught fire while taxiing at Denver International Airport on Wednesday, shortly after an emergency landing prompted by reports of “engine vibrations,” airline officials said. Dramatic footage shared on social media showed passengers standing on the wings of the Boeing 737-800 as flames engulfed […]

Air India flight returns to Chicago after toilet blockage
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Air India flight returns to Chicago after toilet blockage

An Air India flight from Chicago to New Delhi was forced to turn back mid-journey last Wednesday after multiple lavatories became clogged with foreign objects, causing discomfort to passengers. Flight AI126, a Boeing 777-300ER, had been in the air for five hours when the decision was made to return to Chicago, according to flight tracking […]

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Global air finance summit to assess jet shortages, trade risks

Financiers and lessors who drive the global air travel industry will convene in Dublin on Monday for their annual meeting, supported by strong lease rates and stable oil prices. However, they face challenges related to jet shortages and trade tensions, according to Reuters. Ireland, home to the global aircraft leasing industry that controls about half […]

UN aviation agency investigates possible data breach
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UN aviation agency investigates possible data breach

The United Nations’ civil aviation agency, the International Civil Aviation Organization, is investigating reports of a potential data breach following claims that tens of thousands of its records were stolen. The agency, headquartered in Montreal, Canada, confirmed the investigation in a brief statement issued on Monday. ICAO stated that the suspected security incident may be […]

International travellers to get higher compensation for deaths, flight delays - ICAO
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International travellers to get higher compensation for deaths, flight delays – ICAO

The International Civil Aviation Organization has officially implemented higher compensation limits for international flights, effective December 28, 2024. The new limits cover a range of passenger issues, including death, injury, delays, and baggage or cargo problems. The updated compensation includes an increase to $202,500 for death or injury, up from 128,821 Special Drawing Rights, which […]

FG inaugurates taskforce to combat illegal charter operations
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FG inaugurates taskforce to combat illegal charter operations

The Federal Government on Thursday in Abuja, inaugurated a Ministerial Task Force to address illegal private charter operations and related issues within the aviation industry. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, announced that the task force will conduct a comprehensive inventory of all Private Non-Commercial Flight holders and Air Operator Certificate holders. […]

Domestic airfares in Nigeria surge by 19% in one year - NBS
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Domestic airfares in Nigeria surge by 19% in one year – NBS

The average fare for domestic air transportation in Nigeria has increased by 19%, reaching N89,189.19 in April 2024, up from N74,947.30 in April 2023. This data is part of the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) Transport Fare Watch for April 2024. Month-on-month, the April 2024 fare was 0.25% higher than the N88,964.86 average recorded in […]

FG suspends Nigeria Air until further notice
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FG suspends Nigeria Air until further notice

The Federal Government has indefinitely suspended the Air Nigeria Airline project, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Festus Keyamo, announced during a ministerial briefing marking the first year of the Tinubu administration on Monday. Keyamo clarified, “It remains suspended and it was never truly Air Nigeria. It was only labeled Air Nigeria. It was Ethiopian Airlines […]

Ex-aviation minister criticizes Emirates Airline’s return to Nigeria
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Ex-aviation minister criticizes Emirates Airline’s return to Nigeria

In response to Emirates Airline’s announcement to resume flight operations in Nigeria, former Aviation Minister Osita Chidoka has expressed strong criticism, calling the situation an embarrassment to the president and suggesting that the airline should not be allowed back so easily. During an interview with ARISE NEWS on Thursday, Chidoka questioned the logic behind Nigeria’s […]

Top 10 African countries with most airlines in 2024
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Top 10 African countries with most airlines in 2024

Airlines across the continent encompass a spectrum, from established legacy carriers with global reach to agile regional operators catering to specific markets. Ethiopian Airlines, EgyptAir, South African Airways, Kenya Airways, and Royal Air Maroc rank among the continent’s prominent airlines. According to data from Planespotters, Nigeria leads the continent with the highest number of airlines, […]

Nigeria-UAE flights to resume soon – Keyamo
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Nigeria-UAE flights to resume soon – Keyamo

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, on Thursday, revealed that flights between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates will recommence soon. He made this announcement following a meeting with UAE Ambassador Salem Saeed Al-Shamsi in Abuja. Keyamo mentioned that the ambassador presented official communication from Emirates Airline, indicating a scheduled date for […]

Dubai shuts down airport as flood takes over runway
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Dubai shuts down airport as flood takes over runway

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Tuesday, faced severe disruptions caused by heavy rains, leading to widespread flooding across major highways and impacting operations at the city-state’s primary airport. The flooding began overnight, turning typically arid streets into vast ponds and affecting airport tarmacs. Dubai International Airport, a crucial global hub for international travel and home […]