The federal government has expressed concern over violations of regulatory rules by pilots in corporate aviation and helicopter charter services, calling it a significant safety breach in Nigeria's airspace. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, confirmed that the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority is having problems with private jet operators who do not abide by regulations. The issue was raised during the 2026 Alliance for Hydromet Development Annual Meeting in Lagos, where it was noted that some pilots do not avail themselves of weather reports before operating their aircraft.
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