The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the tragic loss of eight lives following the crash of an Eastwind Aviation helicopter into the Bonny River in Rivers State. The helicopter was carrying six passengers and two crew members and was en route from Port Harcourt Military Base to the FPSO Nuim Antan offshore platform near … Read more
Three people have been confirmed dead following a helicopter crash in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Thursday. The Sikorsky SK76 helicopter, with registration 5NBQG, was operated by East Wind Aviation and was en route from the Port Harcourt Military Base to the FPSO – NUIMS ANTAN oil rig. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After … Read more
Passengers were left in panic on Monday when the windshield of an Air Peace Embraer ERJ 145 aircraft reportedly cracked upon landing at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the incident, which occurred as the plane touched down, caused concern among passengers and aviation staff. Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore was … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government through the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has announced the temporary suspension of the controversial helicopter landing fee recently introduced by the federal government. Keyamo, in a statement on Friday, issued by the spokesperson of his ministry, Odutayo, Oluseyi, said the suspension is to … Read more
NCAA suspends permits for non-commercial flights of three private jets. Violations include carrying passengers, cargo, or mail fo reward and hire, contravening aviation regulations. All PNCF license holders directed for reevaluation by April 19, 2024, to ensure compliance. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the Permits for Non-Commercial Flights … Read more
Dana Air has announced that it would resume flights operation in Nigeria on November 9, 2022. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dana Air has announced plans to resume flight operations on November 9, 2022, after a successful conclusion of the audit organised by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority. The development comes four months after the … Read more
Despite the second inauguration of the Bayelsa Airport last week, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority says the airport has not met the safety requirements that will enable it to begin flight operations. The General Manager, Public Relations, NCAA, Mr Sam Adurogboye, told The PUNCH on Monday that the regulatory agency was not yet satisfied with … Read more