Following a comprehensive economic and safety audit, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has granted approval for Max Air to resume its domestic flight operations.
Max Air had voluntarily suspended its domestic services for 90 days after experiencing a series of incidents. During this period, the NCAA conducted an extensive review of the airline’s safety and economic standing.
The safety audit, conducted from February 26 to 28, 2025, involved a meticulous reassessment of the airline’s organizational structure, operational procedures, personnel qualifications, and aircraft compliance with the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations (NCAR) 2023.
With the audit confirming Max Air’s ability to maintain safe flight operations, the airline has been cleared to restart domestic flights, effective from midnight on March 17, 2025.
The NCAA emphasized that it will maintain strict oversight of Max Air through an enhanced surveillance program to ensure continued compliance with safety regulations. The regulatory body reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the highest aviation safety standards in Nigeria.
