Lufthansa releases “sneak preview” of B777-9 business class seat

Lufthansa has published a rendering of the new business class seat which will debut on its B777-9 aircraft from 2020.

According to a post on the carrier’s official media relations Twitter page, the new seat will offer more privacy, “a special shoulder zone for side sleepers”, as well as larger monitors, and aisle access for all passengers.

Lufthansa has 20 of the next-generation Boeing aircraft scheduled for delivery between 2020 and 2025.

Etihad switches to all-Boeing 787 on Swiss route

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Etihad Airways’ flights to and from Switzerland will become an all-Boeing 787 Dreamliner operation effective March 25, 2018.

The state-of-the-art flights connecting Abu Dhabi and Geneva will complement the airline’s existing 787 Dreamliner scheduled services connecting Abu Dhabi and Zurich, becoming the fifth European city to be served by the carrier’s rapidly growing fleet of next generation aircraft.

AfDB rallies African countries to improve air connectivity

President, African Development Bank, Dr. Akinwumi Adeshina (left) during the signing of MoU with Director General/Chief Executive Officer, International Air Transport Association (IATA), Alexander de Juniac, at the third International Civil Aviation Organisation’s ( ICAO) World Aviation Forum in Abuja. Photo: Lucy Ladidi Elukpo.

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has called for bold actions to improve connectivity, market access, and cost reduction in Africa’s aviation sector.

AfDB’s Vice-President for Private Sector, Infrastructure and Industrialization, Pierre Guislain, made this call at the third ICAO World Aviation Forum in Abuja.

Operators kick over 20-plane per airline, merger calls

Chairman of the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), Captain Nogie Meggison

Airline operators have kicked over the proposal to benchmark the minimum planes a local airline should have in its fleet to 20. The operators, apparently miffed by the call made by Aviation Safety Round Table Initiative (ASRTI), described it as “mere talks” that does not correspond to the economies of the aviation industry.

Dana bags global body’s membership, assures on best practices

Manager, Flight Operations and Quality Assurance, Captain Olukayode Ola (left); Dana Air’s Chief Pilot, Captain Jemitola Ayorinde; Accountable Manager/ Chief Operating Officer of Dana Air, Obi Mbanuzuo; and The Area Manager, South West IATA, Dr. Samson Fatokun, during the presentation of the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) membership certificate to Dana Air in Lagos. 

Dana Air has joined the prestigious International Air Transport Association (IATA) to underscore its commitment operational efficiency and best practices.

Ethiopian Airlines, Boeing order four 777 freighters

Ethiopian Airlines and Boeing have announced an order for four Boeing 777 Freighters – the world’s largest and longest-range twin-engine cargo jet – in a deal valued at more than $1.3 billion at list prices.

IATA raises fresh worry over stuck fund, connectivity

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• Nigeria hosts world forum 

International Air Transport Association (IATA) has raised fresh concern over stuck funds in African countries, describing it as one of the issues that must be addressed to unlock the socio-economic potential of aviation on the continent.

NAMA boosts manpower with 40 air traffic controllers

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Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has engaged the services of 40 Air Traffic Control Officers (ATCO) to boost shortage in manpower, especially caused by ageing workforce.

Qatar launches promo

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To commemorate its 20th anniversary, Qatar Airways is giving incredible fares across both its Economy and Business Class cabins, in addition to offering 20 lucky winners a Privilege Club Gold membership and discounts of up to 50 per cent.

Seymour pledges quality service at Lagos airport

Seymour Aviation Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to the delivery of exceptional services to its customers at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos and across the country.

Dana marks ninth anniversary with 900 free tickets

No fewer than 900 free return tickets have been earmarked as giveaway to commemorate ninth anniversary of Dana Air operations in the Nigerian aviation industry.

Etihad, Alibaba, Ant partner on customer experience

Australian James Hogan President and CEO of Etihad Aviation Group. / AFP PHOTO / Andreas SOLARO

Etihad Aviation Group (EAG), Alibaba Group Holding Limited, and Ant Financial 

Services Group (ANT Group) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to expand their partnership and deliver superior products and services to Chinese customers.

Stalled regional operations, others dip MMA2 revenue

• Bi-Courtney insists on readiness

Delays in the takeoff of regional flights operation at the Murtala Muhammed Airport II (MMA2) has been blamed for loss of revenue to the tune of 50 per cent of the total sum generated by the facility.

Local flights disruption looms over harmattan haze

• Ilorin airport may be temporarily shut

• NCAA warns pilots, airlines

• Port Harcourt, Lagos rank among five worst airports

Local airlines and passengers may be in for another difficult period this December and early January due to flight disruptions engendered by bad weather, despite the Federal Government’s huge investment in landing instruments.

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NAMA tasks air traffic controllers on airspace safety

Capt. Fola Akinkuotu

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has charged Air Traffic Controllers in the country to come up with practical and achievable solutions to problems encountered in air traffic control services in their respective airports across the nation.

NAMA boosts manpower with 40 air traffic controllers

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Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has engaged the services of 40 Air Traffic Control Officers (ATCO) to boost shortage in manpower, especially caused by ageing workforce.

Global air freight demand peaks by 9.2%

IATA’s Director General and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Alexandre de Juniac

• African carriers post 17.7% increase

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets in September 2017 showing that demand, measured in Freight Tonne Kilometers (FTKs), rose 9.2 per cent compared to the same month in 2016.