Archives Tag: Aviation
Why Nigerians Should Choose Air Peace, Despite Rivals’ Reduced Ticket Prices
April 19, 2022
One may be tempted to ask, why should Nigerians choose Air Peace? I’ll answer with this piece. For years, before the intervention of Air Peace, Nigerians lived with soaring flight ticket prices. Operators blamed an array of factors for repeatedly hiking fees—exchange rate fluctuations, the cost of aviation fuel, and foreign exchange proceeds owed … Continue reading Why Nigerians Should Choose Air Peace, Despite Rivals’ Reduced Ticket Prices
Air Peace Intl Ticket Prices Could Disrupt Nigeria’s Aviation Sector
April 19, 2022
On Saturday, March 30, Air Peace, one of Nigeria’s better-known indigenous airlines, began flying passengers on the Lagos-London route. Its entry into this arena has been a big deal—it’s offering fares up to 66% lower than its competitors. Days afterwards, we’ve seen various international airlines follow suit, with substantial reductions in the fares they … Continue reading Air Peace Intl Ticket Prices Could Disrupt Nigeria’s Aviation Sector
Did You Know: Nigeria’s Aviation Sector Crisis Averted
April 19, 2022
On Saturday, 7th May 2022, activities at Benin Airport were at a feverish pace. Passengers flocked in from Delta state amidst tales of an impending shutdown of airline operations by May 9th, 2022. Earlier last week, NUATE, ANAP, and AUPCTRE had sent word out that they were set for a two-day strike on behalf of … Continue reading Did You Know: Nigeria’s Aviation Sector Crisis Averted
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Aviation Did You Know? Discover Nigeria
Have You Heard Of The New Aviation Spring Alliance?
April 19, 2022
An alliance in the aviation industry is an agreement between two or more airlines to cooperate or form a partnership for a purpose. Over the years, there have been different global airline alliances. Such as Skyteam alliance, Oneworld alliance, Value alliance, Vanilla alliance, U-Fly alliance, and Star Alliance. Read more about Did you know? Lufthansa, … Continue reading Have You Heard Of The New Aviation Spring Alliance?
By ann
Federal Government Launches e-Passport To Ease Passport Application
April 19, 2022
In a bid to improve the passport application for Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora, the federal government has launched what it describes as an enhanced e-Passport in the United Kingdom. This development was made public by Sola Fasure, the Media Adviser to Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola in a public statement … Continue reading Federal Government Launches e-Passport To Ease Passport Application
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Did You Know? Top 10 Facts About The Nigerian Aviation Industry
April 19, 2022
How much does the layperson know of the aviation industry here in Nigeria? Here are 10 facts to know: 1. The aviation industry started in Kano State in 1925 when an RAF fighter jet landed on a racecourse. Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is the oldest in Nigeria and it started operations in 1936. 2. … Continue reading Did You Know? Top 10 Facts About The Nigerian Aviation Industry
By ann
COVID-19 Flight Resumption Update
April 19, 2022
Domestic flights have been scheduled to reopen on June 21st. Travellers are also looking forward to resumption dates for international flights. Initially, we shared the plans of the aviation industry as airports plan to reopen. Today, we will be reviewing the updated flight preparation plan by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, in line … Continue reading COVID-19 Flight Resumption Update
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What to Expect as Airports in Nigeria Prepare to Reopen
April 19, 2022
It is not news that the aviation industry worldwide is directly affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Airports have been closed since March 23rd, with only evacuation flights, emergency, and essential flights allowed to commute. Essential flights include: Read more about Travel and Tourism Aircraft in state of emergencyOver flightsOperations related to humanitarian aid, medical and … Continue reading What to Expect as Airports in Nigeria Prepare to Reopen
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Do You Know That The Nigerian College Of Aviation Technology Is The Largest in Africa
April 19, 2022
Formerly known as the Nigerian Civil Aviation Training Centre, The Nigerian College of Aviation Technology is a higher education institute in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. It is funded by the Civil Aviation Department in the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Aviation and is regarded as the largest college of aviation in Africa. Its vision is “To … Continue reading Do You Know That The Nigerian College Of Aviation Technology Is The Largest in Africa
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Are You Ready For The Nigerian Aviation Business Exhibition (NABE) 2018?
April 19, 2022
The Exhibition and Conference is aimed at systematically addressing the challenges in the aviation industry vis-à-vis discussing pertinent topics relevant to the growth of the industry, creating a functional community and aiding small businesses. The Exhibition will create an avenue for industry players to showcase or demonstrate their products and service offerings to a target … Continue reading Are You Ready For The Nigerian Aviation Business Exhibition (NABE) 2018?
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Air Peace Orders 10 New Boeing 737 Max For $1.17B
April 19, 2022
Nigeria carrier, Air Peace, has set a new west African record with its purchase of 10 brand new Boeing 737 Max 8 aircrafts valued at $1.17billion. Earlier this year, Air peace acquired two ex-Emirates Boeing 777s, and with the new acquisitions the airline plans to launch long-haul operations within the next few months. Speaking on … Continue reading Air Peace Orders 10 New Boeing 737 Max For $1.17B
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Nigeria Air To Take Off December 2018 – FG
April 19, 2022
Nigerians can now make plans to fly with the proposed National Carrier, Nigeria Air, by December 2018, according to the Director General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Muhtar Usman. This was revealed to journalists present at the NCAA in Abuja, with Usman enthusing that since the NCAA is capable of acquiring the … Continue reading Nigeria Air To Take Off December 2018 – FG
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Nigeria Air: Aviation Minister Unveils New National Carrier At UK Fair
April 19, 2022
Speaking at the UK Unveiling of what appears to be a major breakthrough for the Aviation industry in Nigeria, the Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika on Wednesday afternoon, revealed the name and colours for the proposed national carrier. Going by the name ‘Nigeria Air’ and the tagline “Bringing Nigeria closer to the world”, the airline will be … Continue reading Nigeria Air: Aviation Minister Unveils New National Carrier At UK Fair
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Air Peace Appoints Its First Female Captain
April 19, 2022
Air Peace has raised one of its pilots, Sinmisola Ajibola, to the rank of flight Captain. This promotion, announced on Monday, makes Ajibola the air carrier’s first ever female captain, and one of only a few to have held this post in Nigeria’s aviation industry. forward-looking Ajibola, who joined Air Peace in February 2017 as … Continue reading Air Peace Appoints Its First Female Captain
A Committee Has Been Inducted to Review 120 Safety Recommendations, Implementation by Airlines, Others
April 19, 2022
A special aviation 10-man committee has began to review 120 safety recommendations and their application by airlines, regulators and aircraft manufacturers. The committee was picked from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) and the Ministry of Transport. The AIB, from investing accidents between 2007 and 2017 has been able to issue … Continue reading A Committee Has Been Inducted to Review 120 Safety Recommendations, Implementation by Airlines, Others
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