NIGERIAN CIVIL AVIATION REGULATIONS (AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES)
Regulation · Transport
Regulations govern air navigation services in Nigeria, such as air traffic control and meteorological support. They target agencies like the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency and airlines using the airspace. This ensures safe and efficient air traffic flow.
NIGERIAN CIVIL AVIATION REGULATIONS (AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES)
What Is This Policy?
Regulations governing the provision of air navigation services in Nigeria, including air traffic control, aeronautical meteorology, aeronautical information management, and communication/navigation/surveillance services.
Who Does It Target?
Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) Air traffic controllers and meteorological personnel Airlines and aircraft operators using Nigerian airspace Communication and navigation equipment providers
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Ensure the safe, efficient, and orderly flow of air traffic in Nigerian airspace by establishing standards for the provision and oversight of air navigation services.
Key Features
Service Provider Certification: Organisations providing air navigation services must be certified by the NCAA. ATC Standards: Sets separation standards, phraseology requirements, and operational procedures for air traffic control. Meteorological Services: Prescribes requirements for the provision of aviation weather services and reports. Performance-Based Navigation: Supports implementation of performance-based navigation procedures in Nigerian airspace.
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active - NAMA provides air navigation services nationwide Coverage: Nigerian airspace, including upper airspace and approach zones Beneficiaries: Airlines, passengers, and airspace users Funding: NAMA route navigation charges collected from airlines
How to Access
Air navigation service providers must apply for NCAA certification ATC personnel must hold valid licences with current ratings Application method: Apply to NCAA / engage NAMA for service provision queries.
Important Terms
ATC clearances are mandatory and must be complied with Airspace violations attract regulatory action ATC licences require regular proficiency checks
Official Resources
Website: https://www.ncaa.gov.ng Contact: Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) / NCAA
Legal Framework
Issued under the Civil Aviation Act 2006, which empowers the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to issue regulations, notices, and orders for the regulation of civil aviation in Nigeria. Implements standards established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and its Annexes to the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Convention 1944) as ratified by Nigeria.