NCAA bars pilots from flying unruly passengers

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The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has directed pilots not to fly with unruly passengers on board.

According to the NCAA, the decision would strengthen safety and discipline in the aviation sector.

The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, announced the directive on Wednesday at a meeting with all domestic airlines in Abuja.

Achimugu said the pilot would only be allowed to fly after the issues are resolved amicably or the unruly passengers are removed by security from the aircraft.

He said, “Pilots must not fly the plane until unruly passengers are removed from the aircraft by security or the issue is resolved amicably. This will go a long way to protect cabin crew and make passengers treat them courteously. Nation