Thursday, 25 April 2024 04:51

FG suspends Dana Air operations following Lagos airport runway incident

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In response to a recent runway incident involving Dana Air, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the airline's Air Operators Certificate (AOC).

The incident occurred as a Dana Air plane, arriving from Abuja, veered off the runway at Lagos airport and into a nearby field.

Fortunately, all 83 passengers and crew members disembarked safely, prompting emergency responders and regulatory agencies to swiftly initiate an investigation into the cause of the incident.

Pending the outcome of the investigation led by the Nigerian Safety and Investigation Bureau, the NCAA has announced a thorough audit of Dana Air's operations. Acting Director Chris Najomo, in a letter, outlined the suspension of Dana Air's AOC, effective April 24, 2024, in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Aviation Act 2022.

This suspension facilitates a comprehensive safety and economic audit as mandated by regulations. The safety audit will entail an examination of Dana Air's organization, procedures, personnel, and aircraft, while the economic audit will assess the airline's financial stability to ensure continued safe flight operations.

The NCAA's proactive stance underscores its unwavering dedication to aviation safety and regulatory adherence, with a primary focus on passenger well-being and the preservation of industry standards.

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