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What Ibom Air Passenger Drama Reveals About Aviation Culture in Nigeria
By Silverline Ifeanyi Martins
A Routine Flight, a Sudden Storm
On what should have been a routine flight from Uyo to Lagos, an ordinary safety reminder spiralled into one of Nigeria’s most controversial aviation stories of 2025.!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
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Nigeria’s $300 Helicopter Landing Fee Sparks Industry Outrage
By Patience Chat Moses
The skies over Nigeria's oil and gas-rich regions are thick with controversy. A controversy that has persisted since a $300 helicopter landing fee was imposed. A move by the Federal Government to generate!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
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Presidential Jet Sale: Experts Blame Safety, Cost, Poor Maintenance
Aviation experts have expressed divergent views over the federal government’s decision to put on sale, its two-decade-old Boeing 737‐700 Business Jet (BBJ) purchased by the administration of President Olusegun Obasanjo.
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Africa Leads Sustainable Aviation Drive at ICAO Climate Week
By Patience Chat Moses The global aviation industry recently gathered in Montreal, Canada, from June 2nd to 4th for the 2025 International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Aviation Climate Week. Under the theme "Skyward Action:!-->!-->!-->…
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When Feathers Meet Flight: The Unseen Battle for Safer Skies
By Patience Chat MosesEvery day, across the world, thousands of aircraft and birds share the same airspace, a coexistence that, at times, turns perilous. The collision of these two worlds is known as a bird strike.
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NCAT Balkanization Plan Threatens Aviation Safety, Veteran Aviator Warns
By Patience Chat MosesAveteran aviator, Muhammad Bala Jibrin, with over four decades of experience in Nigerian aviation, has raised serious concerns about the potential restructuring of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology!-->!-->!-->…
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Beyond Sales of Plane Tickets: Alternative Revenue Sources for Domestic Airlines
By Patience Chat MosesAs the Nigerian aviation industry continues to grow, domestic airlines face increasing competition and pressure to stay profitable. While ticket sales remain the primary source of revenue, domestic airlines must!-->!-->!-->…
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Beyond the Skies: Aero Contractors’ Vision to Lead Nigeria’s Aviation and Oil Logistics
By Patience Chat Moses
In a bid to revamp Nigeria's aviation industry, Aero Contractors, the country's oldest private airline, is spreading its wings. With a rich history spanning over five decades, the airline has weathered!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
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Why Nigerian Airlines Struggle to Stay Afloat
By Patience Chat Moses
The Nigerian aviation industry is a dynamic sector that portrays the country's economic and social landscapes. Two primary business models exist within this industry: Low-Cost Carriers (LCCs) and Full-Service!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
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Fare Slash: Aero Contractors’ Strategic Move to Stimulate Demand and Drive Economic Growth
By Patience Chat Moses
In an unprecedented move aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s aviation sector, Aero Contractors has announced a significant fare reduction, a strategy designed to stimulate demand and fuel economic growth. This bold!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
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