The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, is considering the suspension of Max Air operations following the incident involving Max Air B734 aircraft with registration marks 5N-MBD, at Kano International Airport, Kano on Tuesday.
Mike Achimugu, Director consumer protection and public affairs in a statement disclosed that the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau, NSIB, has launched an investigation.
He said NCAA 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.
He disclosed that NCAA had commenced organizational risk profiles for each scheduled operator, including Max Air, which is nearing its conclusion.
However, as a result of this incident, Max Air is suspending its domestic flight operations for a period of three months with effect from midnight, 31st January, 2025, to allow for an internal appraisal of its operations by its management.
Achimugu further said during this three-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. 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.
Achimugu said 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.
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