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Christmas Homecoming: Airfares Hit N337,500 As Airlines Cash In On Festive Rush

adminNovember 5, 2026

For Nigerians planning to travel home for Christmas, the cost of reuniting with family is rising sharply, with economy airfares on some domestic routes climbing to nearly three times their November rates as airlines position for the December travel rush. A survey of airline booking platforms has shown that one-way tickets from Lagos and Abuja...

Rivers Gets FG Approval for New Airport in Degema

adminOctober 31, 2026

The Federal Government has given the green light for the proposed construction of King Amachree Airport in Elem Ifoko, Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State. The approval, issued by the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, was conveyed in a letter dated October 26, 2026, to Prince Tonye T.J.T Princewill, Executive Director of...

Storm Boelo Disrupts UK Air Travel as Strong Winds Force Flight Cancellations

adminOctober 24, 2026

Air travel across parts of the United Kingdom has been disrupted by Storm Boelo, with aircraft struggling to land at London’s Heathrow Airport amid powerful winds and heavy rainfall. Footage recorded at Heathrow on Saturday, October 24, showed planes swaying and making turbulent approaches as pilots navigated challenging weather conditions. The storm has also triggered...

Beyond The Runway: How Akwa Ibom’s MRO Facility Could Transform African Aviation ‎ ‎By Lucy Daniel

adminOctober 23, 2026

The future of aviation in Akwa Ibom State is being shaped by a vision that goes beyond international terminals, passenger flights and modern airport infrastructure. At the heart of this vision is the proposed Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility at Victor Attah International Airport, a strategic investment with the potential to transform the state’s...

“Airports Play A Defining Role In Economic Growth” — Akwa Ibom CPS

adminOctober 22, 2026

Chief Press Secretary to Governor Umo Eno, Mr Ekerete Udoh, has said the Victor Attah International Airport (VAIA) is central to efforts to reduce Akwa Ibom State’s dependence on oil revenue by expanding opportunities in tourism, aviation and other businesses. Udoh, who spoke during the Ministerial Media Briefing in Uyo, urged journalists to examine the...

Ebola Scare: Keyamo Bars 46 Contacts From Air Travel For 21 Days

adminOctober 22, 2026

The Federal Government has moved to restrict the air travel of 46 people linked to a confirmed Ebola case in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), as aviation authorities step up surveillance at international airports to prevent further transmission. According to Channels Television, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, announced the measure on Wednesday,...

Snake Found Under Aircraft Carpet, Forces Flight Cancellation in Japan

adminOctober 21, 2026

A routine flight in Japan was cancelled after a mechanic discovered an unexpected passenger — a 40-centimetre snake hiding beneath the carpet of an aircraft at Fukuoka Airport. The unusual incident occurred on Monday, October 19, as the plane was being prepared for departure. The discovery prompted Japan Air Commuter, an airline affiliated with Japan...

Bomb Scare Forces South African Airport Aircraft Into Security Lockdown

adminOctober 21, 2026

An aircraft carrying 184 passengers was placed under security restrictions at King Phalo Airport in South Africa’s Eastern Cape after authorities received a telephone threat alleging that an explosive device was on board. All passengers were safely evacuated from the aircraft, while security personnel remained at the scene to conduct necessary checks following the reported...

Missing Jet Door Found On Abuja Farm After Mid-Air Emergency

adminOctober 16, 2026

A missing aircraft door was reportedly recovered by farmers in the Abuja area after a private jet was forced to return to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport following a mid-air emergency on Thursday. The incident has prompted the deployment of investigators by the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) to establish how the door separated from...

Asaba Airport Must Account For New N13,000 Passenger Charge, NCAA Insists

adminOctober 16, 2026

Passengers departing Asaba International Airport will pay an additional N5,000 per trip from December 1, following a regulatory approval that requires the airport operator to justify how the increased revenue is spent. The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) raised the Passenger Service Charge (PSC) from N8,000 to N13,000, a 62.5 per cent increase, but attached...

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Christmas Homecoming: Airfares Hit N337,500 As Airlines Cash In On Festive Rush

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Beyond The Runway: How Akwa Ibom’s MRO Facility Could Transform African Aviation ‎ ‎By Lucy Daniel

“Airports Play A Defining Role In Economic Growth” — Akwa Ibom CPS

Ebola Scare: Keyamo Bars 46 Contacts From Air Travel For 21 Days

Snake Found Under Aircraft Carpet, Forces Flight Cancellation in Japan

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Missing Jet Door Found On Abuja Farm After Mid-Air Emergency

Asaba Airport Must Account For New N13,000 Passenger Charge, NCAA Insists

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