Aviation

NCAA To Conduct Economic, Safety Audit On Max Air

By Stella Enenche, Abuja

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced that It would be conducting a thorough safety and economic audit on Max Air to ascertain its capability to sustain safe flight operations.

This was contained in a statement on Wednesday by NCAA’S Director,Consumer Protection and Public Affairs, Mr. Michael Achimugu.

TheFact Daily Reported that the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has initiated investigation into the incident in Kano.

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However, the NCAA said it will provide the required support to the NSIB in this regard.

“It must be stated that the specific cause(s) of this incident can only be established after the NSIB has conducted its investigation.

“It is instructive to note that the NCAA had commenced organizational risk profiles for each scheduled operator, including Max Air, which is nearing its conclusion,”.

Furthermore, the NCAA said Max Air will be suspending it’s domestic flight operations for three months.

It will take effect from midnight, 31st January, 2025, to allow for an internal appraisal of its operations by its management.

“During this 3-month period, the NCAA will conduct a thorough safety and economic audit on Max Air. The safety audit will entail a re-inspection of Max Air’s organization, procedures, personnel and aircraft as specified by Part 1.3.3.3(b) of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations, while the economic audit will critically examine the financial health of the airline to guarantee its capability to sustain safe flight operations.

“The resumption of Max Air’s domestic flight operations will be predicated on the satisfactory completion of this audit.

“The NCAA is aware of the inconvenience this action may cause intending passengers of Max Air. However; the safety and well-being of passengers is paramount. Thus, NCAA appeals for patience and understanding while it ensures the protection of passenger rights,” NCAA stated.

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