In response to increasing incidence of unruly passengers, Aviator Airport Alliance has commenced training for airport staff who are faced with dealing with increasing incidence of unruly passengers. “This training involves essential conflict management techniques, enabling staff to handle tense situations with de-escalation and stress management strategies. By recognizing passenger profiles and identifying triggers such as fatigue, intoxication, or anxiety, …
Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) PLC has acquired “the Rapiscan Itemiser 5X, the newest breakthrough in Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) technology.” This makes SAHCO the first and only ground handling company in Nigeria to integrate this advanced system. According to the Ground Handling Company, “The state-of-the-art machine will significantly boost SAHCO’s cargo screening capabilities, ensuring precise detection of explosives and …
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) says there will be a “temporary closure of Runway 18R/36L at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.” The closure, according to FAAN is scheduled for “03:00 Hrs of 3rd March 23:59Hrs of 4th March 2025.” In a release, Mrs. Obiagheli Orah, Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of FAAN said: “this closure is due …
Ethiopian Airlines says it will be commencing a “new passenger flight service to Porto, Portugal, effective July 2, 2025. This new service will include a single stop via Madrid, Spain.” According to ET, “the introduction of this flight aims at offering travel options and enhance seamless connectivity for passengers in the area, furthering Ethiopian Airlines’ regional expansion across Europe. The …
Nigerian Helicopter service provider Omni-Blu Aviation Limited (Omni-Blu) says: “Following an appeal against the decision of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) revoking Omni-Blu Aviation Limited (Omni-Blu) Air Operator Certificate (AOC) by its letter dated 30 January 2025, on allegations of infringement of Part 1.2.1.5 Nig.CARs, we are pleased and relieved to announce that Omni-Blu has been cleared of any …
South African Airways has announced the appointment of Professor John Lamola as the Group Chief Executive Officer following “the approval by the Minister of Transport, Ms Barbara Creecy”. According to SAA, “the Board is confident that Professor Lamola’s appointment marks a turning point for SAA’s long-term financial health, who has the skill, track record, leadership skills, insight, and vision to …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA)’s data for January 2025 global passenger demand shows that “African airlines saw a 14.9% year-on-year increase in demand. Capacity was up 11.2% year-on-year. The load factor rose to 75.9% (+2.4 ppt compared to January 2024).” The data highlighted that: “Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 10.0% compared to January 2024. Total …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its “data for January 2025 global air cargo markets.” The data highlighted that “total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 3.2% compared to January 2024 levels (3.6% for international operations)”, while “capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 6.8% compared to January 2024.” According to IATA, “African airlines saw …
“Mechanical failures, equipment malfunctions or technical issues discovered during scheduled maintenance, can all result in an aircraft having to remain grounded (Aircraft on Ground – AOG) until the necessary parts are sourced and repairs have been completed”, Qatar Air says. Furthermore, the cargo carrier says the “AOG requirements are increasing and changing, given that international travel and cargo demand is …
United Kingdom airline, Jet2 and travel brand Jet2holidays say they have “expanded their Winter 25/26 programme once again, by adding two brand-new routes to Morocco – Bournemouth to Agadir and Leeds Bradford to Marrakech.” According to the airline, this latest expansion comes “on the back of continued demand for beach holidays and city breaks to Morocco and means the companies will operate to the North African country from eight …
