NCAA suspends licences of two ValueJet pilots over safety breach

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the licences of two ValueJet pilots, Captain Oluranti Ogoyi, and the co-pilot, First Officer Ivan Oloba, with immediate effect. 

The NCAA explained that the pilots licences were suspended over safety breach at the domestic terminal of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.

The Authority stated that the suspension followed reports concerning a serious breach of aviation safety protocols by the pilots.

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The NCAA in a statement by the Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu said the pilot’s action endangered the safety of ground personnel and other airport users, contravening established civil aviation regulations and international safety standards.

The Authority explained that preiminary information indicates that the pilot commenced departure procedures from the designated bay without adhering to the mandatory pre-departure clearance protocols. 

NCAA while stating that the suspension will remain in place pending the conclusion of a full investigation into the incident, reassured all stakeholders of its commitment to safety.