Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operator of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2) in Lagos, has started preparations for regional flight operations. This development follows the recent settlement of a long-running concession dispute involving the terminal. The company is working to meet the stipulated timeline for commencement of operations.
The Chairman of BASL, Dr. Wale Babalakin, recently inspected the terminal operator's facilities to assess its readiness for regional operations. The inspection covered key areas, including the regional arrivals area, apron extension, and staff and concessionaire access gate. During the inspection, BASL's Acting Chief Operating Officer, Remi Jibodu, briefed Babalakin on the progress of ongoing works and operational arrangements.
Babalakin congratulated the team on the progress recorded and urged them to sustain the momentum to ensure that the facilities were ready within the stipulated timeline. He emphasized the need for close coordination with relevant government agencies and regulatory authorities, particularly the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), to secure necessary inspections, assessments, and approvals before operations commenced.
The Acting Chief Executive Officer of BASL, Idunnu Oyebolu, stated that the company was working simultaneously to prepare for regional operations and accommodate the anticipated increase in passenger traffic during the year-end travel season. BASL's priority is to ensure that its facilities, personnel, and processes are adequately prepared to deliver safe, seamless, and efficient passenger services.
Oyebolu added that BASL is focused on maintaining service standards while positioning MMA2 to accommodate expected developments. The company aims to ensure that all required inspections and approvals are completed before the commencement of regional flights.
The Head, Corporate Communications, BASL, Ajoke Yinka-Olawuyi, disclosed that the company is intensifying efforts across all workstreams to complete outstanding works and operational preparations. The team reaffirmed its commitment to meeting the stipulated timeline for the commencement of regional flight operations.
Key areas of focus for BASL include finishing, safety standards, operational readiness, and stakeholder coordination. The company is working to ensure that all necessary requirements are met before the commencement of regional flights at MMA2.
Key points
- BASL begins preparations for regional flight operations at MMA2 in Lagos.
- The company aims to commence regional flights after securing necessary inspections, assessments, and approvals from regulatory authorities.
- BASL prioritizes safety standards, operational readiness, and stakeholder coordination in its preparations.
