Aviation

By Dickson Omobola The decision of aviation unions to picket Nigeria’s largest airline, Air Peace, Tuesday, has elicited sharp criticism from stakeholders in the country’s air transport sector, with many saying the action constituted serious safety and security concerns. From the early hours of Tuesday until about noon, members of the National Union of Air […]

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Global Chairman of Fairfax Africa Fund, a United States-based company, Mr Zemedeneh Negatu, Tuesday, faulted the ownership structure of Nigerian airlines, saying the industry’s dependence on sole proprietorship is unsustainable and inconsistent with the business models of successful aviation markets around the world.

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By Fred Chukwuelobe  Many people have criticised certain airlines for operating what they  describe as “old aircraft,” with some alleging that such airplanes pose a threat to safety. It is common to see passengers board a flight, inspect the seats and cabin interior, and, upon noticing worn-out fittings, loose panels, faded cabin panels, or taped sections, […]

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