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The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has commended the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) for taking the bold step to suspend the planned National Carrier Project in the interest of the nation. Sen. Hadi Sirika, the Minister of State for Aviation, Nigeria, had recently stated: “I regret to announce that the Federal Executive Council has taken the tough decision to …
Boeing and Air Peace of Nigeria today announced a new order for ten 737 MAX 8 airplanes during a signing ceremony in Lagos. Air Peace already operates Boeing 737s between major cities in Central and West Africa. The airline, which recently added Boeing 777s to its fleet, is looking to soon launch its international flight operations. “We are excited to …
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) says that the Total Radar Coverage of Nigeria (TRACON), project is working optimally. NAMA explains that the spare parts for the facility are regularly sourced from the manufacturer, Thales of France when required. Mr. Khalid Emele, the General Manager, Public Affairs, NAMA stresses that NAMA regularly receives spare parts from Thales of France since …
The Skyway Aviation Handling Company Limited (SAHCOL) has appointed Mr. Basil Agboarumi as the company’s new Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). His appointment as substantive MD/CEO was announced in a letter to him having served in an Acting capacity for the past six months. He holds a National Diploma (OND) in Mass Communication from the Federal Polytechnic, …
By Kayode Oyero Travel agencies play an important role in the aviation and tourism value chain. They serve as an interface between airlines and the travelling public. Travel agencies provide services which help airlines have time to focus more on things that matter. Some of the services they offer include sales of flight tickets based on a special agreement with …
By Kayode Oyero Recently, the Nigerian government passed an Executive Order for the removal of Value Added Tax (VAT) from “all forms of shared transportation” which is believed to include air transportation in the Nigeria as airlines in the country remit five per cent of their base fares to the government through the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). The elimination …
By Olamide Oni Overland Airways stood out as an exemplar in routes development and sustainable airline operation in Nigeria, as Nigerian aviation experts converged at the League of Airport and Aviation Correspondents (LAAC) Annual Seminar & Awards in Lagos recently. Mr. Nick Fadugba, CEO of African Aviation Services Limited (AAS) and Chairman African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA), says Overland Airways …
Assures Passengers Of Continued Service Quality New Flight Frequency To Begin July 29 2018 Passengers To Enjoy New Travel Options Effective July 29 2018, frontline Nigerian airline, Overland Airways will fly its Abuja-Jalingo route daily, except on Saturdays. This is from its initial three times weekly flights on the route. Overland Airways’ flights will depart Abuja to Jalingo at 11 …
As of efforts towards the launch of a new national carrier, Minister of State for Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika has engaged the management of aero plane manufacturers Airbus in negotiations for the acquisition of the desired aircraft. According to the Minister, the ongoing International Air Show was an opportunity to negotiate with airline manufacturers with the view of getting the …
