Airport Reporters

 Airbus advances key technologies for next-generation single-aisle aircraft During the 2025 Airbus Summit, Airbus  has provided an update on its roadmap to pioneer the future of commercial aviation in the decades to come.  The Company outlined potential technology bricks to prepare a next-generation single-aisle aircraft that could enter service in the second half of the 2030s, as well as its revised roadmap to mature the technologies associated with hydrogen-powered flight. Airbus provided more details regarding the key technology building blocks that could enable the entry into service of a next-generation single-aisle aircraft with an expected 20-30% increase in fuel efficiency compared with the current generation, as well as the  capability to fly with up to 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).  Airbus also unveiled new design concepts that showcase the different configurations being studied for this future aircraft, highlighting the various potential solut...

 SAF Registry to be Operated by the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization  The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has established the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO) to manage the IATA-developed Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry when it is released.   “CADO will turbo-charge the imminent launch of the IATA-developed SAF Registry. Its mandate is to manage the SAF Registry as a separate entity from IATA with an open and global approach that supports the scrutiny needed to build trust among all stakeholders. In fact, the door is open for any stakeholder in the SAF value chain, including governments, to join CADO. This inclusive approach should also be a force for the harmonization of the principles on which all SAF registries operate,” said Marie Owens Thomsen, IATA’s Senior Vice President Sustainability and Chief Economist. “The SAF Registry is a critical piece of market infrastructure that is indispensable in building a glob...

    United Airlines Breaks Ground on New $177M Ground Service Equipment Facility United  has announced another investment in its Houston hub  by breaking ground on a new 140,000-square-foot Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Maintenance Facility at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and opening a new, state-of-the-art Technical Operations Training Center at the airport that will give employees a cutting-edge training experience. United is the largest airline in Houston, with more than 14,000 employees and more than 500 daily departures. These planned infrastructure improvements underscore the airline's continued commitment to the employees and customers who live in the Houston area. Since 2021, United has invested more than $32 billion worldwide including billions in modern infrastructure, cutting edge technology and nearly $10 billion alone in employee raises. "At United, we believe that investing in our people and our facilities is the key to maintaining our le...

Customs, aviation unions'  face - off : Workers threaten showdown ....Issue FAAN one week ultimatum Aviation unions in the country have given the management of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) seven days ultimatum within which a clear work protocol that is  in tandem with global best practices are applied in their working environment or face industrial action  They had earlier given the management 21 day ultimatum which expired yesterday Monday, demanding the transfer of Nigeria Customs officers at the the cargo sector of the Murtala Muhammed Airport following the assault on the Director of Aviation Security.  In a statement Monday by the General Secreteries,  Comrade Ocheme Aba of NUATE, Comrade Frances Akinjole of ATSSSAN and Comrade Abdul Rasaq Saidu of ANAP , warned that workers will down tools next Monday 31st March should FAAN management fail to act.  The statement reads :" Consequential sanctions are in place which guarantees the...

 Air Peace Announces 15% Student Discount on Nigeria-London Route  .....Offers Unmatched Travel Benefits West and Central Africa’s largest airline, Air Peace has continued  to redefine affordability and convenience in international travel, particularly for students pursuing higher education abroad.  According to statement by the Head, Corporate Communications, Air Peace, Dr. Ejike Ndiulo , the move by the airline is part of its commitment to making air travel more accessible Air Peace, Ndiulo said  is extending its exclusive 15 per cent  student discount on economy-class tickets for flights between Nigeria and London, ensuring students can fly at reduced fares while enjoying world-class service. The offer, he said  presents an excellent opportunity for parents and students preparing for the summer return from school to Nigeria.  By leveraging this discount, student enrolled in full-time educational programs at accredited institutions in the UK, Eu...

  NIMET DG Stresses  Need For Closing Early Warning Gap  ....As The World Celebrates Met Day  The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Professor Charles Anosike has on the occasion of the celebration of the 2025 World Meteorological Day reiterated the need for closing early warning gap.  This year’s celebration themed "Closing the Early Warning Gap Together” reflecting a global commitment to strengthening early warning capabilities was celebrated globally on Sunday, 23rd March 2025, and was also used to mark the 75th anniversary of the organization.  At a special ceremony to mark the day at NiMet’s headquarters in Abuja on Monday, 24th March 2025, Professor Anosike said, "We must recognize that closing the early warning gap requires ALL – including strong collaboration, coordination and cooperation between national and international partners, policymakers, the private sector, and local communities e...

 FAAN cautions passengers against unruly conduct ahead  Sallah traffic surge    As the Eid-el-Fitri Sallah celebration draws near with the expected surge in flight schedules and passenger traffic, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has called on passengers to be guided by laws and restrain from destroying terminals and airlines' properties due to flight delays, rescheduling and cancellations. Managing Director of FAAN, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, who spoke while breaking fast with the Lagos airport Muslim communities at an Iftar dinner urged passengers to show understanding pointing out that no airline will willingly delay or outrightly cancel any flight without any reason. Kuku, who spoke through FAAN Director of Operations, Captain Abdullahi Mahmood also urged passengers to get to airports on time and to also under Airlines' rights. He said :"We urge that passengers should be guided by the law. You buy your ticket, you come to the airport and once there is a ...