Owerri-Bound Air Peace Flight Returns to Lagos Due To Bird Strike, Airline Apologises For Delays
Air Peace Flight P47150 on the Lagos–Owerri route returned to base Saturday morning following a bird strike incident.
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Oshiomhole Petitions Keyamo over Alleged Airline Extortion, Denies Disrupting Airport Operations
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has alleged extortion of passengers and poor service by airlines, demanding aviation sector reforms from Minister Keyamo.
Lack of Private Airline Capacity Driving Up Ticket Prices, Says Aviation Minister Keyamo
Excerpt: Lack of aircraft capacity among private airlines is driving up ticket prices, according to Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo.
Nigeria Rests Plan to Establish National Carrier, Shifts Focus to Strengthening Domestic Airlines
The Nigerian government has rested its ambition to establish a national carrier, moving its focus to the growth of domestic airlines
United Nigeria Airlines Chairman Okonkwo Decries Crushing Costs of Operation, Says ‘We Pay More to Regulators Than We Earn’
United Nigeria Airlines, Chairman Okonkwo says excessive regulatory fees and limited government support are crippling Nigeria’s domestic aviation industry
NCAA Warns International Airlines Against Deporting Nigerian Passengers, Threatens Suspension and Fines
NCAA warns airlines against selling tickets and deporting passengers midway due to visa/travel restrictions, threatens fines and suspension.
Emirates Airlines Reaffirms Long-Term Commitment to Nigeria
Emirates Airlines has reaffirmed commitment to Nigeria, dismissing rumors of withdrawal from the Lagos-Dubai route.
American Airlines Plane Catches Fire on Tarmac in Denver, 12 Hospitalised
Passengers were evacuated as an American Airlines plane caught fire on the tarmac at Denver International Airport.
Keyamo Threatens to Block Foreign Airlines’ Summer Schedule Over Non-Patronage of Nigerian Caterers
Aviation Minister Keyamo has warned foreign airlines to patronise Nigerian caterers or risk denial of summer schedule approvals
United Nigeria Airlines Chairman Okonkwo Declares Bid to Unseat Soludo in 2025 Anambra Governorship Election
Obiora Okonkwo, Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines, has declared his intention to challenge Governor Chukwuma Soludo in Anambra’s 2025 election.
Delta Airlines Flight Flips Over on Landing at Toronto’s Pearson Airport, Leaving 8 People Injured
A Delta Air Lines flight has crash-landed in Toronto, flipping upside-down and critically injuring eight passengers on Monday.
Delayed Remittances by Airlines Affect NCAA’s Performance, Says DG Najomo
NCAA has said delayed remittance of ticket sales charges by airlines hinders service delivery, staff training, and long-term financial planning.
American Airlines Flight Collides with Military Helicopter, Crashes Into Washington’s Potomac River
An American Airlines jet carrying dozens of passengers has crashed into the Potomac River after colliding mid-air with a military helicopter.
Prioritise Safety Over Time, United Nigeria’s Okonkwo Urges Airline Passengers
United Nigeria Airlines Chairman Okonkwo has urged passengers to remain patient during delays, highlighting Nigeria’s top-tier aviation safety.
NCAA Investigates United Airlines’ Emergency Return to Lagos after 6 Seriously Injured
Dozens of passengers sustained injuries after a Washington-bound United Airlines flight made an emergency return to Lagos for “technical” reasons.
Afrexim Bank to Support Nigerian Airlines with Aircraft Leasing and Financing
Afreximbank has said that it is committed to financing aircraft acquisition for Nigerian airlines.
Lufthansa, Other Airlines Plan Middle East Flight Resumptions Following Ceasefire Agreement
Airlines, including Lufthansa, have announced plans to resume Middle East flights cautiously following a ceasefire agreement in the region.
Pakistan International Airlines Criticised for Tone-Deaf Marketing
PIA has faced backlash over a Paris ad likened to 9/11, prompting an investigation and widespread criticism.
I Never Received Instruction To Revive Nigeria Air Deal With Ethiopian Airlines, Says Ibrahim Kana
Nigeria’s Aviation Ministry Secretary Ibrahim Kana stated that he received no directive from President Tinubu to revive the Nigeria Air Project
NCAA Declares Nigerian Airspace Safer, Sanctions Airlines Over Non-Compliance
Acting NCAA DG Chris Najomo highlights improved safety surveillance and enforcement of airline compliance during NCAA’s 25th anniversary celebrations.
