Aviation

Stakeholders Tackle FAAN over Security Tax

Officials of international airlines that operate in Nigeria have alleged that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) had diverted the multibillion-naira security tax it collected from passengers for the provision of facilities at the airports. But FAAN has denied the allegation, saying it was false. Every passenger traveling to international destination pays $20 security […]

Aviation

BAGAIA Adopts Safety Regulations 2021

Banjul Accord Group Accident Investigation Agency (BAGAIA), has adopted the BAGAIA Safety Regulations 2021 to help member states in the sub-region to be compliant with International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Anne 13 which deals primarily with accident investigation. The safety regulations presented to member states in March 2021, aims to ensure that all signatories use […]

Aviation

Air Peace Commissions Brand New E195-E2 into Service

West Africa’s premier airline, Air Peace, has officially deployed its brand new Embraer 195-E2 airplanes for scheduled flight operations. The three ultramodern 124-seat capacity jets, which were delivered in the first half of 2021, commenced entry into service on Monday, July 19, 2021, amidst fanfare and excitement. The Spokesperson of the airline, Stanley Olisa, in […]