The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) congratulates President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the reappointment of Honourable Festus Keyamo (SAN) as the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development. In a statement, AON expressed appreciation, stating, ” This decision reflects the president’s keen judgment and steadfast commitment to the growth and advancement of the aviation industry in Nigeria.” Since his initial appointment, …
The Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA) has elected Ms. Lulu Rasebotsa and Prof. John Lamola as its “incoming Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson” respectively. According to the Association, the election took place at “the body’s 54th Annual General Meeting” and both will “serve for the next 12 months.” Ms. Lulu Rasebotsa who was elected as AASA’s Chairperson is “the General …
Ethiopian Airlines is set to resume its “passenger services to Monrovia, Liberia, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening connections across the African continent.” Starting on November 30, 2024, the airline says it “will offer three weekly flights to Liberia’s capital, restoring a critical air link that will enhance connectivity in West Africa and contribute to the region’s economic development.” By reintroducing …
According to Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Aviation, “in the quest to further revamp the aviation industry by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government, the Muhammadu Buhari Airport, Maiduguri has been upgraded to international status.” Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, SAN stated this when the Governor of Borno State, His Excellency Governor Babagana Umar Zulum paid a courtesy …
Mr. Kamil Alawadhi, The International Air Transport Association (IATA) Vice-President for Africa and the Middle East, has paid a courtesy visit to Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). The meeting focused on “enhancing collaboration between IATA and FAAN to strengthen partnerships that promote the sustainable growth of Nigeria’s Aviation industry.” Mr. Alawadhi commended …
The Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, has “urged members of the public, especially road users around the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, to demonstrate patience with the Authority as it steps up work on some of its operational roads within the airport area.” According to FAAN, Mrs. Kuku, while inspecting the …
The Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo says “Nigeria’s global aviation compliance score has seen a significant improvement following the signing of the Administrative Rules governing aircraft repossession by creditors and lessors, known as the Irrevocable De-registration and Export Request Authorization (IDERA).” The IDERA was signed by Minister Keyamo alongside the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) Acting …
The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and the AviAssist Foundation have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance aviation safety across Africa. AviAssist Director Tom Kok said: “AviAssist is always looking for fresh channels of distribution for its safety promotion services to benefit the African aviation industry”, noting that, “Working with a partner with such a comprehensive list of …
Carrier to commence 4 Weekly Passenger flights to Nairobi from December 15 Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has “unveiled its expanded winter schedule, increasing belly hold cargo capacity across key global markets.” According to Etihad, “Starting November 2024, the enhanced schedule will introduce additional frequencies to existing routes and a new passenger destination—Nairobi.” Etihad Cargo …
Approximately 1.3 billion people, or one in six globally, experience some form of disability (WHO), according to Airports Council International (ACI) World Director General Justin Erbacci. In light of this, the International Partners for Aviation Development, Innovation and Sustainability (iPADIS) has “published a Model Policy and Guidance on Accessibility (MPGA) in support of its extensive efforts to promote inclusion and …
