AIRSPACE

Airfares May Rise as NAMA Raises Navigational Charges by 800%

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has announced that it would increase en-route navigational charges from N2,000 for local operation; N6,000 for international service to N18,000 and N54,000 per flight respectively leading to fears of further fare increase. The agency has also increased the extension of hours of service to airlines at sunset airports from […]

Aviation

NIGCOMSAT’s Bold Steps towards Satellite Services Offering

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency and the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority are collaborating with the Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited to expand satellite based navigation of aircraft to different destinations in Africa. Such collaboration will enhance safety and precision in flight operations, save funds for airlines and boost revenue of government agencies. Last week the Nigerian […]