FG, Bi-Courtney end 20-year MMA2 dispute
The Federal Government and Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited have signed a final settlement to end a nearly 20-year dispute over MMA2, paving the way for renewed revenue generation and the completion of abandoned hotel and conference centre projects in Lagos.
The rise of Nigeria’s flag carrier against all odds
By Dickson Omobola Just within the week, specifically Thursday October 24, 2024, Nigeria’s flag carrier, Air Peace, clocked 10 – a feat worthy of recognition by the country’s standard. Having received its Air Operator Certificate, AOC, in 2014, the carrier commenced scheduled flight operations in the same year; and ever since then, it has risen […]
NSIB launches investigation into helicopter crash
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has initiated an investigation into the crash of a Sikorsky SK76C helicopter, registered as 5N-BQG, operated by Eastwind Aviation.
Retaining Keyamo reflects Tinubu’s commitment to aviation growth – Airline operators
Airline Operators of Nigeria, AON, has said President Bola Tinubu’s decision to retain Mr Festus Keyamo as the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development reflects his commitment to the growth and advancement of the aviation industry in Nigeria.
Why Air Peace was denied Heathrow Airport slots, UK responds to FG’s letter
Air Peace can either join the waitlist, operate from another airport, or acquire slots through slot trading and commercial arrangements with other carriers
Aviation blacklist: NCAA asked to move against questionable operators
The decision of Aviation Working Group, AWG, co-chaired by Boeing and Airbus, to remove Nigeria from its blacklist has sparked calls for the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, to come hard on operators that attempt to bring the country to disrepute in future.
