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…As Government Sets Up Facilitation Committee Nigeria’s Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 has said that government is working tirelessly to establish the protocols that would guide the resumption of international air travels. Boss Mustapha, Chairman Presidential Task Force, at a media briefing, said all relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies were collaborating to achieve this, bearing in mind …
The coronavirus pandemic brought civil aviation worldwide to a virtual standstill within weeks. This has also had a dramatic impact on results at Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) for the 2020 first-quarter period. SWISS reports an operating loss for the quarter of CHF 84.1 million -Q1 2019 operating profit of CHF 48.3 million-. With demand for air travel collapsing …
Qatar Airways Cargo said it is committed to helping people in need through its ‘1 Million Kilos’ campaign from July to the end of December, adding that charities will be able to use the services of Qatar Airways Cargo to transport humanitarian aid and medical supplies all over the world, free of charge. Qatar Airways said it is donating …
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has assured all airport users that Nigerian airports under its management are fully ready to play host to air travellers during this Sallah celebrations. Mrs. Henrietta Yakubu, FAAN General Manager Public Affairs, said: “As part of our commitment to ensure safe, healthy and seamless facilitation of our highly esteemed passengers during the Sallah …
The Minister of Aviation, Nigeria, Sen. Hadi Sirika, said international flights may resume before October in Nigeria, as passengers and businesses look to connecting back to their destinations. “International Flight resumption date is not October as the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency just issued a routine 90 day Notices to Airmen (NOTAM). In liaison with Health, Foreign Affairs & PTF …
Airports Council International (ACI) World has released its Smart Security Vision 2040 which sets the foundation for achieving a seamless airport security screening experience in a post-COVID-19 operational reality. This is part of the Smart Security programme which promotes concepts and solutions that take a risk-based approach, increase efficiency, and enhance the passenger experience, while also ensuring secure airport …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that passenger demand in May, measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs, dropped 91.3% compared to May 2019. This was a mild uptick from the 94% annual decline recorded in April 2020. The improvement was driven by recovery in some domestic markets, most notably China. Alexandre de Juniac, IATA’s Director General and …
Implements Health and Safety Measures Extends validity of tickets affected by COVID-19 Pandemic Overland Airways is pleased to announce the resumption of its flight services with effect from July 15, 2020, following the lifting of the Federal Government’s suspension of flight operations in the country imposed as part of efforts to contain the spread of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. According …
The Airbus Foundation, French Red Cross (FRC) and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) partnered and flew a medical team and 14 tonnes of humanitarian aid to the Republic of the Congo, using an Airbus A330neo test aircraft. According to Airbus, the cargo will help in the fight against both the COVID-19 pandemic and the …
Africa’s largest airline, Ethiopian, said it is welcoming back business and leisure travelers with programs aimed at safeguarding their health and safety. According to Ethiopian, the program will reinforce Ethiopian’s pledge to protect the health and safety of its customers and staff. It includes the steps the airline is taking to maintain customer and staff well-being throughout the service …
