The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has announced the suspension of Mattini Airline Services Limited’s Permit for Non-Commercial Flight (PNCF) in response to the crash-landing of its private jet carrying 10 individuals in Ibadan.
Mr. Michael Achimugu, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at NCAA, disclosed this in a statement released via NCAA’s official channels.
He emphasized that the suspension will remain in effect until the private jet charter providers demonstrate compliance with the conditions outlined in the PNCF.
This action aligns with Section 32 (4) of the Civil Aviation Act 2022.
“NCAA has further initiated a safety and economic audit of all private jet operations in Nigeria. NCAA wishes to assure the travelling public of its utmost commitment to safety and the entrenchment of global best practices.”
“NCAA is aware of the runway excursion involving a Challenger CL 601 aircraft, operated by Mattini Airline Services Limited, with registration marks N580KR at Ibadan Airport on 26th January 2024.
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“Mattini Airline Services Limited holds a valid Permit for Non-Commercial Flight, PNCF. In line with statutory provisions, the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau, NSIB, has launched an investigation into the occurrence
“While the NSIB is conducting the safety investigation, the NCAA has initiated an economic inquiry into the operation of the aircraft viz-a-viz the terms and conditions of the PNCF as detailed in its Annexure.”