The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has confirmed that Arik Airâs flight operations continue without suspension.
On June 30, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) announced that it had temporarily halted certain Arik Air aircraft due to a $2.5 million debt issue.
This action followed a federal high court order related to a case in which Arik owes $2.5 million to Atlas Petroleum International Ltd.
The airline reacted to NAMA’s decision to suspend its aircraft as unjust, taken without prior notice or consultation.
In a statement released on Friday, July 2, the NCAA clarified that while certain Arik Air aircraft have been grounded, this does not equate to a suspension of the airlineâs entire operations, despite some reports suggesting otherwise.
According to TheCable, the statement was signed by Michael Achimugu, the NCAA director of public affairs and consumer protection.
Achimugu said:
The statement further explained that the NCAA is required to adhere to the court order requiring the attachment of specific Arik Air aircraft (5NMJF, 5NMJQ, 5NBKX) following the Supreme Courtâs ruling.
The NCAA also stressed its commitment to upholding regulatory and safety standards.
It emphasised that Arik Airâs flight operations have not been suspended and continue as planned, with no impact on the airlineâs capacity to use its remaining fleet.
The NCAA thanked the public for their patience and understanding as Arik Air manages the situation with minimal disruption.
Meanwhile, TimesNow.com.ng reported that Nigerian airline Max Air announced the indefinite suspension of its domestic flight operations from Friday, August 2, 2024.
Max Air disclosed this in a statement, explaining that the decision to halt operations is due to the ongoing hunger protests in Nigeria.
The airline also promised continued support from its customer service through social media, email, and phone.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
