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The Federal Government through Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) will continue to support Gambia and other needy nations in the training of meteorological technicians to highlight the importance attached to the contribution of meteorology to sustainable socio-economic development, as well as safety of citizens. The Honorable Minister of Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika stated this at the inaugural graduation ceremony of …
Accreditation assesses health measures against established global standards Airports Council International (ACI) World has extended its Airport Health Accreditation programme which assists airports to demonstrate to passengers, regulators, and governments that they are prioritizing health and safety in a measurable, established manner. The programme is supported by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and, since it was launched …
Mercy Awori is the Alternate Representative of Kenya to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). She is currently Africa’s Environment Champion and Coordinator. She has held leadership positions in the Council of ICAO as Chairperson of Human Resources Committee, Chairperson of the Air Transport Committee, Secretary and Member of the Council Ad hoc Committee, Coordinator of the Forum Group at …
By Roland Ohaeri Uncertain Steps No one was expecting the magnitude of the COVID-19 pandemic or its colossal impact on economies, and the aviation industry- which was one of the worse hit sectors. Counting the losses as at 2020, from 2019 levels, the Africa aviation region had been set back -58% in terms of capacity; Africa also experienced the …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) said it has welcomed the relaxation of COVID-19 border measures for vaccinated passengers, and the broader use of affordable antigen testing adopted by Spain and France this week. This is tempered by ongoing disappointment at the failure to implement harmonized measures across Europe and deep frustration at the lack of coordination among governments worldwide …
To facilitate the safe restart of international travel and restore the value contributed by travel and tourism to the world’s economy, the three global airline alliances oneworld, SkyTeam and Star Alliance are calling on G7 governments, at their upcoming leadership summit on 11-13 June, to agree on a common set of travel and health standards to enable the safe reopening …
ExecuJet MRO Services said it has been awarded the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification for its South Africa repair station. This follows an intensive and comprehensive audit of ExecuJet MRO Services, its safety standards, processes, facilities and expertise by the FAA. Vince Goncalves, ExecuJet MRO Services Vice President for Africa, explained: “The FAA certification is a valuable …
United Airlines said it has inaugurated its nonstop daily service between its New York hub at Newark Liberty International Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport, in Johannesburg, South Africa. According to United Airline, the new service is operated with state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, featuring United’s award-winning United Polaris business class cabin and United Premium Plus premium economy seats. …
The Covid-19 pandemic continues its devastating effects on the aviation, travel and tourism industry. The number of Covid-19 infection cases globally continues to increase in absolute terms though the rate of infection is on the decline in all world regions in April compared to prior months. The number of infection cases worldwide exceeded 165m as at 20 May 2021. …
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) said it has commissioned some birds/wildlife equipment in a bid to improve on safety of flight operations by effectively managing birds/wildlife hazards at the nation’s airports. At an event held at FAAN’s headquarters annex in Lagos, the Managing Director of the Authority, Captain Rabiu Yadudu, who was represented by the Director of …
