Singapore Airlines will increase its flight operations between Munich Airport and Singapore Changi Airport from the start of the 2026 winter schedule in late October, adding three more weekly services to the German hub. The airline said the expansion will raise its Munich frequency from seven to 10 weekly flights, introducing new evening departures on…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has announced plans to officially launch its Drone/Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Portal as part of efforts to strengthen drone regulation and promote safer operations across the country. The launch is scheduled to take place during the 6th edition of Africa International Drone Technology Conference and Exhibition (DroneTecX 2026), billed…
The Aviation Ground Handlers Association of Nigeria has suspended its planned industrial action over the lingering N9bn debt dispute, following the intervention of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority. The association said the strike, earlier scheduled to commence on Thursday (today), was put on hold after the aviation regulator invited its leadership to a stakeholders’ meeting…
Africa’s integrated digital and commerce company, Interswitch, has entered a strategic partnership with the Asaba Airport Company (AAC) to deploy its Parking Management Platform (PMP) at Asaba International Airport. The automated system introduces a seamless, secure and fully digital parking and access control solution designed to enhance operational efficiency and improve the experience for travellers,…
ValueJet has unveiled plans to launch a new domestic route from Lagos to Benin City, Edo state. The airline said the operation would further strengthen its footprint across Nigeria and improve connectivity to the South-South region. A statement yesterday by the Managing Director of the airline, Omololu Majekodunmi, said the new Lagos–Benin service, which is…
The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to urgently intervene in the rising cost of aviation fuel, warning that domestic airlines are under severe financial pressure. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved on Tuesday during plenary by Paschal Agbodike, who represents Ihiala Federal Constituency of…
