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Nigeria’s aviation authority receives 300 drone certification applications

Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Authority said it had received over 300 applications for NCAA certification of different types of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, also known as drones. According to the federal government, the setting up of a dedicated Unmanned Aircraft Systems unit by the NCAA is visionary and will help and accelerate the country’s efforts to control […]

EFCC investigating Sirika's Nigerian Air deal – Keyamo
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Keyamo inaugurates committee to enhance aviation safety

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, on Tuesday inaugurated the National Executive Safety Committee to boost safety in Nigeria’s aviation sector. This was disclosed in a statement via post on the official X handle by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority on Wednesday. In the statement, the Committee was established in accordance […]

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Dana: NCAA shuts Lagos airport runway, NSIB retrieves flight recorder

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority has closed the 18L runway following the runway skidding at Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, on Tuesday by Dana Airlines. The NCAA also announced that the Nigerian Safety and Investigation Bureau has recovered the flight recorder of the Dana airplane, according to The Punch. The Dana airplane with registration number 5N […]

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NCAA suspends three private jet operators for illegal commercial flights

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority has announced the suspension of the permit of three private jet operators for engaging in commercial flights. This disclosure was made by the Acting Director-General of the NCAA, Captain Chris Najomo via the official NCAA X handle on Tuesday. In the statement, Captain Najomo said the affected PNCF holders violated […]

NCAA introduces dress codes for officers
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NCAA introduces dress codes for officers

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has introduced a new dress code for all consumer protection officers stationed at the nation’s airports, in an effort to enhance consumer rights and experiences. The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at NCAA, Michael Achimugu, unveiled this initiative as part of a comprehensive strategy aimed at improving staff […]

FG's 10-man panel to investigate airlines over fare hike
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FG’s 10-man panel to investigate airlines over fare hike

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority’s CEO, Chris Najomo, has appointed a 10-member committee to investigate international airlines over their exorbitant charges in an effort to lower the cost of air travel for Nigerians. The PUNCH stated that, this was revealed in a news release sent to media on Thursday and signed by NCAA Director-General Chris […]

FG's 10-man panel to investigate airlines over fare hike
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NCAA estimates N8bn for local, foreign trips

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has said that it will spend N8.3 billion on transportation and travel in 2024. The PUNCH reported that the agency announced this in the recently filed Government-Owned Enterprises budget proposal to President Bola Tinubu. The NCAA regulates aviation in Nigeria and has gained autonomy after the National Assembly passed the Civil […]

FG's 10-man panel to investigate airlines over fare hike
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Airlines that cause flight delays must provide refreshments — NCAA

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has ordered airlines to provide refreshments and other alternative measures in accordance with Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations 2023 Part 19. According to a statement signed by the Director Public Affairs & Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, Michael Achimugu, the NCAA is aware of recent flight disruptions that have inconvenienced air passengers and sympathizes […]

NCAA suspends United Nigeria Airlines' wet-leased aircraft
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NCAA suspends United Nigeria Airlines’ wet-leased aircraft

    Bisola David The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has halted all wet-leased aircraft operated by United Nigeria Airlines shortly after one of the airline’s planes on Sunday was diverted to Asaba International Airport instead of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. Nairametrics reported that the top civil aviation regulatory body made the judgement on Monday and sent a […]

FG's 10-man panel to investigate airlines over fare hike
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Interest rate, high insurance premium killing Nigerian airlines – NCAA

The Director-General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Musa Nuhu, has emphasised the significant difficulties that Nigerian airlines face in a challenging economic climate. The Times reported that 25% interest rate on loans and the high insurance fees for airplanes, he emphasized, are big burdens. Nuhu highlighted the negative effects of these high operational costs, which make it […]

FG's 10-man panel to investigate airlines over fare hike
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Local carriers to commence flights to UK, Europe – NCAA

Nigerian airlines would soon begin flights to the United Kingdom and other European countries as a result of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority obtaining a Third Country Operator certificate for the impacted carriers. The Punch reported that the airlines assigned to the UK or certain EU countries can easily seek to operate with the TCO. […]

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Nigerian airlines operating in challenging environment – NCAA

The Director General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, Captain Musa Nuhu, has emphasized the difficulties Nigerian airlines confront in making a profit. The Times reported that these difficulties result from the challenging operational environment, which is characterized by difficult financial availability. Nuhu highlighted the joint efforts of his agency and the Ministry of Aviation […]