FG restricts helicopter flight over Abuja

By Sidi A. Umar Sokoto-

Offi ce of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has reminded aviation authorities of the restriction of helicopter ferry fl ight over Abuja metropolis for security reasons. Th e reminder which was issued to regulatory stakeholders through a memo titled: “Restriction of Helicopter Ferry Flights Over Abuja Metropolis” stated that: “In view of the closure of the (Abuja) airport, air travellers will be required to travel by road/train to Abuja from Kaduna International Airport. Th is will undoubtedly cause constraints on the movement of some passengers who will aim to travel using other means, notably the use of commercial ferry helicopters. “Please be reminded that the airspace over the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, is controlled and only security fl ights or those with the requisite security clearance from the Presidency are granted overhead clearance

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