Aviation
Emirates to resume Lagos flights September 11
Emirates Airlines has announced that it would restore its flight operations to Lagos from September 11, 2022.
The airline disclosed this in an email it sent to its customers and travel agencies on Wednesday.
Emirates issued the mail five days after the federal government released the sum of $265 million to foreign airlines in the country to settle outstanding foreign airlines’ trapped funds out of the $464 million owed the airlines in Nigeria, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA),
“We are pleased to inform you that effective from 11th September 2022, we will reinstate operations of our flights,” Emirates said.
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“Inbound flights from Dubai to Lagos (EK783) and outbound flights from Lagos to Dubai (EK784) will recommence from Sunday, 11th September 2022.
“Lagos flights after 30th September, 2022 will be advised in due course,” the airline said.
Two weeks ago Emirates had announced that it would be suspending all its flights to and from Nigeria effective September 1.
It had disclosed that it had tried every avenue to address its ongoing challenges in repatriating funds from Nigeria, and had made considerable efforts to initiate dialogue with the relevant authorities for their urgent intervention to help find a viable solution and regrettably there had been no progress.
“We remain keen to serve Nigeria, and our operations provide much needed connectivity for Nigerian travellers, providing access to trade and tourism opportunities to Dubai, and to our broader network of over 130 destinations,” the airline had stated.
Aviation
NAF installs airfield landing aids in Kaduna base
NAF installs airfield landing aids in Kaduna base
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has begun installation of Instrument Landing System (ILS) with its accompanying equipment such as localiser, glide slope and Distance Measuring Equipment in Kaduna airfield ahead of its 60th Anniversary celebration.
This is stated in a statement by the Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF, AVM Edward Gabkwet, on Wednesday in Abuja.
Gabkwet said the installation was sequel to the 60th Anniversary celebration of the NAF scheduled to hold in Abuja and Kaduna from May 23 to May 25.
He said the system had been backed up with a solar system powered by a 10 KVA inverter with 28 batteries on both sides, to forestall any power interruption.
According to him, the successful implementation of the ILS unlocks a myriad of possibilities for aircraft operations at the airfield situated within the NAF Base Kaduna, which is expected to witness an increase in flying activities in the weeks to come in preparation for the anniversary.
Gabkwet said that with the new ILS, pilots could now execute precision ILS approaches, enabling safe landings even in adverse weather conditions with limited runway visibility.
He said the installation was also significant for NAF student pilots, adding that it would eliminate the need to seek alternative airfields for practicing ILS approaches and streamline their flying training experiences.
“Moving forward, the completion of the project’s second phase, encompassing the installation of solar landing lights and precision approach indicators, will no doubt augment the airfield’s capabilities.
“Upon fruition, aircraft will be empowered to conduct operations during low visibility conditions and at night, propelling the airfield towards 24-hour operational readiness while also serving as a beacon of excellence in aviation training and safety in Nigeria and beyond,” he said.
Gabkwet said the Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, was at the NAF Base on Tuesday to inspect the installation and ongoing projects critical to the successful hosting of the anniversary.
He said that some of the ongoing projects included the renovation of the parade ground, construction of 72- flat accommodation for student pilots and repair of aircraft shelters that would serve as exhibition stands during the anniversary.
(NAN)
Aviation
Remotely piloted aircraft crashes in India’s Rajasthan
Remotely piloted aircraft crashes in India’s Rajasthan
A remotely piloted aircraft belonging to the Indian Air Force (IAF) Thursday crashed in India’s western state of Rajasthan, officials said.
No loss of life or damage to property was reported in the accident.
The aircraft crashed during a routine training sortie near Jaisalmer, about 600 km west of Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan.
IAF has ordered a probe into the crash.
Last month a Tejas aircraft of IAF crashed in the compound of a student hostel in Jaisalmer during a training sortie.
However, the pilot ejected safely and no injuries have been reported on the ground.
(Xinhua/NAN)
Aviation
Passengers, crew unharmed as Dana Air aircraft veers off runway
Passengers, crew unharmed as Dana Air aircraft veers off runway
A Dana Air aircraft with registration number, 5N BKI, flying from Abuja to Lagos on Tuesday morning, veered off the runway during a landing operation at the Murtala Mohammed airport in Lagos.
A statement signed by Mr Kingsley Ezenwa, Head of Corporate Communications of the airline said all the 83 passengers and crew members onboard were unharmed.
According to Ezenwa, the airline was relieved to confirm that all 83 passengers and crew onboard the flight, disembarked safely without injuries or scare as the crew handled the situation with utmost professionalism.
He said all relevant authorities have been informed of the incident.
“We have also updated the AIB and NCAA on the incident and the aircraft involved has been grounded by our maintenance team for further investigation.
“We wish to thank the airport authorities, and our crew for their very swift response in ensuring the safe disembarkation of all passengers following the incident.
“Our sincere apologies and appreciation to the passengers on the affected flight for their patience and understanding.
“We wish to reassure our passengers that their safety will always be our top priority, and we are cooperating fully with the relevant authorities to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident,” he noted.
(NAN)
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