PORT HARCOURT AIRPORT HOSTS SPRINGFIELD STUDENTS

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PORT HARCOURT AIRPORT HOSTS SPRINGFIELD STUDENTS








As part of efforts to adhere to the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria’s (FAAN) commitment to aviation awareness, youth development, and stakeholders engagement, students of Springfield Schools Port Harcourt visited the International Terminal of Obafemi Jeremiah Awolowo International Airport (PHIA) for an educational guided tour.


The students who were taken through critical operational areas of the airport for practical insights into airport procedures, passenger facilitation processes were exposed to the complexities of airport and aviation operations. 


The students were conducted round facilities at the airport by Aviation Security (AVSEC) personnel, alongside representatives of relevant airport agencies


The personnel enlightened the students on their respective roles in safeguarding airport infrastructure, ensuring passenger safety, and maintaining seamless operational efficiency.


The tour also exposed the students to domestic and international passenger processing procedures, security screening systems, and airline operations, providing them with a broader understanding of the coordinated processes that underpin safe, secure, and efficient air transportation.


Highlight of the visit was an interactive quiz session designed to evaluate the students’ comprehension of the knowledge acquired during the tour. 


Outstanding participants were presented with FAAN-branded souvenirs by the DGM/HOD Aviation Security Services (AVSEC), Mr. Chiaka Stephen Ukegbu, in recognition of their exceptional performance.


The excursion served as an enriching educational experience, fostering a deeper appreciation of the aviation sector while underscoring FAAN’s unwavering commitment to public engagement, aviation education, and nurturing the next generation of aviation professionals.






As part of efforts to adhere to the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria’s (FAAN) commitment to aviation awareness, youth development, and stakeholders engagement, students of Springfield Schools Port Harcourt visited the International Terminal of Obafemi Jeremiah Awolowo International Airport (PHIA) for an educational guided tour.


The students who were taken through critical operational areas of the airport for practical insights into airport procedures, passenger facilitation processes were exposed to the complexities of airport and aviation operations. 


The students were conducted round facilities at the airport by Aviation Security (AVSEC) personnel, alongside representatives of relevant airport agencies


The personnel enlightened the students on their respective roles in safeguarding airport infrastructure, ensuring passenger safety, and maintaining seamless operational efficiency.


The tour also exposed the students to domestic and international passenger processing procedures, security screening systems, and airline operations, providing them with a broader understanding of the coordinated processes that underpin safe, secure, and efficient air transportation.


Highlight of the visit was an interactive quiz session designed to evaluate the students’ comprehension of the knowledge acquired during the tour. 


Outstanding participants were presented with FAAN-branded souvenirs by the DGM/HOD Aviation Security Services (AVSEC), Mr. Chiaka Stephen Ukegbu, in recognition of their exceptional performance.


The excursion served as an enriching educational experience, fostering a deeper appreciation of the aviation sector while underscoring FAAN’s unwavering commitment to public engagement, aviation education, and nurturing the next generation of aviation professionals.

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