As part of its ongoing efforts in the global response to COVID-19, ICAO has said it has taken action to assist the United Nations Humanitarian Air Service (UNHAS), managed by the World Food Programme (WFP), as it continues to try to deliver reliable and effective passenger and light cargo transport during the COVID-19 pandemic in support of wide-ranging humanitarian goals. …
COVID 19: Domestic Nigerian Flights Still In Operation – FAAN
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has notified the general public that although all international flight operations have been suspended, passengers can still travel within Nigeria unhindered. “We also use this opportunity to request all Passengers and other stakeholders to adhere strictly to all travel instructions and guidance in the interest of all,” the Authority also stressed. Nigeria closed its …
FAI Works Around The Clock To Meet Critical Covid-19 Demands
FAI rent-a-jet AG, Germany’s leading Air Ambulance Specialist and Special Mission Operator, has said it has been working around the clock to help evacuate those in need following unprecedented demand from the spread of coronavirus. This includes both medical evacuations of infected patients and repatriation flights of unaffected healthy individuals from all corners of the globe. The company is currently …
Airlink To Suspend All Operations Between Midnight 26 March And 20 April 2020
Airlink, the South African-based domestic and regional airline, said it is suspending all operations after midnight this Thursday, 26 March 2020 in support of South Africa’s lock-down to slow and contain the spread of the COVID-19 “Coronavirus”. “In the face of this global public health emergency, the safety and well-being of our customers, crew, employees their families and communities is …
COVID-19 OUTBREAK: NCAA Moves To Protect Workforce
Following the outbreak of Coronavirus outbreak tagged COVID-19 pandemic the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has taken steps to protect its workforce from the scourge. The Authority has issued detailed guidelines for officers of the Authority who have recently travelled abroad to self-isolate for 14 days among sundry other measures upon their return to Nigeria. This is just …
Coronavirus: AFRAA Calls For Support For African Airlines
The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) is rising to the occasion to protect the interest of African airlines, as it calls for support “to assure industry viability.” According to AFRAA, the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is taking a toll on the aviation industry and global economy at large. The pandemic has restricted national and international supply chains. Economic activity in various regions …
Urgent Emergency Support Requested For Airlines
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is appealing to governments in Africa and the Middle East, as part of a worldwide campaign, to provide emergency support to airlines as they fight for survival due to the evaporation of air travel demand as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. “Stopping the spread of COVID-19 is the top priority of governments. …
Airbus Temporarily Pauses Production At French, Spanish Sites Over COVID-19
Following the implementation of new measures in France and Spain to contain the COVID-19 pandemic, Airbus has announced that it has decided to temporarily pause production and assembly activities at its French and Spanish sites across the Company for the next four days. This will allow sufficient time to implement stringent health and safety conditions in terms of hygiene, …
ACI World Urges A Global Temporary Suspension Of Airport Slot Requirements
As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to unfold, Airports Council International (ACI) World has called for the alleviation of airport slot usage requirements. ACI stated that this move would help airports and airlines recover faster once the crisis is over. “This would enable carriers, especially network airlines, to adjust their schedules in a sustainable way and for airports to protect …
AFRAA Postpones Events Over COVID-19
The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) has announced the postponement of its events as a precaution against the COVID-19. AFRAA’s 9th Stakeholders’ Convention has been postponed to 26-28 July 2020. “The African Airlines Association identifies with and joins the rest of the world, and specifically the global aviation industry, in collaborative efforts to collectively deal with and attempt to contain …