The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has asked holders of Permit for Non-Commercial Flight (PNCF) (private jet owners) to suspend commercial flight operations immediately or face heavy fines.
Section 32 (4) of the Civil Aviation Act 2022 forbids PNCF holders from utilising their aircraft for commercial or charter activities, including carrying passengers’ luggage or mail for hire or reward.
According to a statement signed by Michael Achimugu, Director of Public Affairs, the NCAA will not hesitate to take enforcement action against any PNCF holder found guilty of illegal operations, including suspending, withdrawing, or revoking their Permit for Non-Commercial Flight.
The statement reads, “The public is now reminded that it is illegal to hire PNCF holders for business purposes.
“NCAA officials have also been deployed to General Aviation Terminals (GAT) and private wings of airports to monitor PNCF holders’ actions.
“The NCAA wishes to restate its zero tolerance for violations of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations 2023 and shall continue to enforce strict compliance through the application of appropriate sanctions” .