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Air India A350 Engine Damaged at Delhi Airport

An Air India Airbus A350's engine ingested a cargo container while taxiing in dense fog at Delhi airport. All 240 passengers are safe, but the aircraft is grounded as the DGCA launches an investigation into ground safety lapses. Read the full report.

N2bn Budgeted Again for NCAT Decentralisation

The Federal Government has earmarked N2 billion in the 2026 appropriation bill to establish NCAT annexes in five zones, despite strong opposition from aviation experts who warn it threatens the college's excellence.

Air Peace Apologises for Recent Flight Delays

Air Peace has issued an apology to passengers for recent flight disruptions, citing harmattan weather and safety compliance. The airline recorded the highest delay rate in Q3 2025.

Coal Truck Crash Kills 12 on Abuja-Lokoja Road

A speeding coal truck killed 12 bystanders, including children, on the Abuja-Lokoja Highway. The FRSC confirms the tragic accident and blames dangerous driving. Read the full details.

NCAA Plans Tougher Penalties for Flight Delays

Nigeria's aviation regulator, the NCAA, announces plans for stricter penalties against domestic airlines due to persistent flight delays and poor communication, citing 756 delays in Q3 2025. Learn about the new enforcement framework.

Ex-Lufthansa Boss on High Airfares, Airport Chaos

Olusoji Amusan, ex-Lufthansa manager, defends seasonal airfare hikes, urges a government-backed national carrier for capacity, and demands immediate action to restore order at Nigerian airports.

NAMA Explains Harmattan Flight Delays and Diversions

NAMA clarifies that recent flight disruptions are due to adverse harmattan weather and airline operational limits, not faulty navigational aids. All equipment meets international standards. Read more.

New Tax Laws Will Help Airlines - Oyedele

Taiwo Oyedele clarifies that Nigeria's new tax reforms from Jan 1, 2026, will reduce airline costs, not increase them. Key burdens like withholding tax on leases are removed.

Trex Petroleum Recognizes Offshore Safety Leaders

Trex Petroleum and Energy Limited has awarded four offshore professionals for outstanding safety performance at its 2025 Focus on Safety Initiative in Lagos. Discover the champions of offshore safety.

Air India Crash: Victim Families, Survivor Get Compensation

Following the 2025 Air India Boeing 787 crash, interim compensation has been paid to the lone survivor, victims' families, and ground survivors. Total liabilities reach hundreds of millions of dollars. Read the full report.

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