Aviation Fuel Scarcity Worsens, Flight Disruptions Loom

Domestic airlines under the aegis of the Airline Operators of Nigeria have warned Nigerians of impending disruptions in scheduled flight operations due to the scarcity of aviation fuel otherwise known as JETA1.

The AON in a statement signed by its spokesman, Prof Obiora Okonkwo, said the scarcity would force airlines to reschedule flights, leading to late operations and cancellations in some cases.

It stated that the unexpected development was a dent in airline operators and the industry, especially at this time of mass movement of people for the Christmas and New Year festivities.

The President, Association of Foreign Airlines and Representatives in Nigeria, Kingsley Nwokeoma, said there were fears that domestic carriers might suspend operations over scarcity of aviation fuel.

-Punch