Ensuring safe air in Nigeria
Civil aviation is a critical element in Nigeria's transportation system and indeed its economy. Nigeria has twenty (20) airports and many regulated airstrips and heliports; 23 active domestic airlines; 554 licensed pilots; 913 licensed engineers and 1700 cabin personnel. Nigeria being Africa's most populous country is an important destination for over 22 foreign carriers. Nigeria currently has Bilateral Air Services Agreements with over 78 countries.
Nigeria now boasts of improved aviation infrastructural facilities at the airports’ state of the art navigational aids, modern weather forecasting equipment and highly skilled manpower to ensure safety and comfort of the flying public.
To provide aviation safety and economic regulation in the most efficient ...
To be one of the leading civil aviation authorities in the world.
Traveling by air or using air transport services confers certain rights. But it also comes with some responsibilities. Among the main ones are
The right to compensation for flight cancellation, delays, damaged/loss baggage and denied boarding.
The right to book and confirm tickets with an airline of your choice.
NCAA ISSUES WEATHER ADVISORY
Back in 2023 the use of private jets for commercial purposes had gotten the attention of the Honourable Minister......
ICAO EXPERTS INSPECT FIREFIGHTING FACILITIES AT LAGOS AND ABUJA AIRPORTS
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) wishes to warn holders of Permit for Non-Commercial Flight (PNCF) (private jet owners)....