FEDERAL AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF NIGERIA ACT

An Act establishes the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria to manage and develop the country's federal airports. It targets airlines, service providers, and passengers to ensure safe and efficient operations. This promotes air transport and national connectivity.

What Is This Policy?

An Act establishing the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) as the body responsible for managing, operating, and developing Nigeria's federal airports.

Who Does It Target?

Airlines and ground handling companies at Nigerian airports Airport concessionaires and service providers Passengers using Nigerian airports NCAA as the safety regulatory oversight body

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Ensure the efficient, safe, and commercially viable operation of Nigeria's federal airports as enablers of air transport, trade, and national connectivity.

Key Features

FAAN Mandate: FAAN manages all federal airports including MMA Lagos, NAIA Abuja, and major airports in all geopolitical zones. Airport Development: Plans and executes capital development of airport infrastructure. Commercial Operations: Manages concessions for terminal retail, car parks, and cargo handling. Safety Coordination: Coordinates airport safety and security in compliance with NCAA and ICAO standards.

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: All federally designated airports nationwide Beneficiaries: Airlines; passengers; aviation sector Funding: Airport charges; Federal Government; commercial revenues

How to Access

Airlines must execute ground handling and landing rights agreements with FAAN Concessionaires apply for airport commercial space through FAAN Passengers pay airport service charges included in ticket prices Application method: Engage FAAN at https://www.faan.gov.ng

Important Terms

Airlines must comply with FAAN operational regulations at each airport FAAN may withdraw airport access for breach of operational agreements Airport charges are approved by FAAN in consultation with NCAA

Official Resources

Website: https://www.faan.gov.ng Contact: Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN)

Legal Framework

Enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly as the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) Act (Cap F4 LFN 2004). Operates alongside the Civil Aviation Act 2006, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) Act, the ICAO Annex 14 (Aerodromes) standards under the Chicago Convention, and the Nigerian Ports Authority Act. Aligns with the National Aviation Policy and the ACI (Airports Council International) guidelines on airport management.