The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has announced plans to commence a fully digital licensing and certification process for pilots, engineers, medical personnel and other aviation professionals from July 2, 2026. The initiative, unveiled during the Modern Personnel Licensing and Certification Digital Transformation stakeholder engagement at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, is designed to replace the manual…
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, Tuesday, defended Air Peace’s handling of the recent flight disruption in Gatwick, London, saying the airline acted in the interest of safety. Director General of the NCAA, Capt Chris Najomo, urged Nigerians not to condemn the country’s airlines over operational disruptions. Few days ago, some passengers, including Nollywood actress, Funke…
The National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) has raised concerns over the continued shortage of Jet A1 aviation fuel, warning that the crisis is beginning to threaten safety and operational stability within Nigeria’s aviation industry. In a statement issued on Saturday, NAAPE President, Bunmi Gindeh, said the persistent disruption in aviation fuel supply…
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…
