The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended operations of a Rano Air aircraft after an engine failure incident, E247Mag reports.
The regulatory body took the decision following reports of an engine malfunction on one of the airline’s aircraft, which raised safety concerns. NCAA Director-General Capt. Musa Nuhu confirmed the grounding, stating it was a precautionary measure pending a thorough investigation into the incident.
“Safety remains our top priority in Nigeria’s aviation sector,” Nuhu stated. “The aircraft will remain grounded until we ascertain the cause of the failure and ensure all necessary corrective measures are implemented.”
Rano Air, in a statement, acknowledged the incident and assured passengers of its commitment to safety standards. The airline stated that it is cooperating fully with the NCAA to resolve the issue promptly.
Aviation experts have called for stricter maintenance checks across domestic airlines to prevent similar occurrences. This incident comes amid renewed focus on air safety following recent concerns about operational standards in Nigeria’s aviation industry.
E247Mag gathers that the NCAA has intensified ramp inspections and audits of domestic carriers in recent months to ensure compliance with international safety regulations.
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