By TINA TIMOTHY

In the past few days, there has been scarcity of aviation fuel which will consequently lead to disruptions in flight operations as airline operators may be forced to reschedule flights or cancel them.

This was disclosed in a statement on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 by the Spokesman for Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, OFR.

According to him, “the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) wish to inform the general public of impending disruptions in scheduled flight operations due to the scarcity of aviation fuel, otherwise known as JET-A1, which reared its ugly head again in the past few days.

“The scarcity will no doubt force airlines to reschedule flights leading to late operations and, or, cancellations.

Okonkwo decried the negative impact this “ugly situation” would have on the airline operators but assured that they would “do our utmost best to manage the situation and ensure safe flight operations.” He urged the traveling public to bear with them and the concerned authorities to do all they can to resolve the situation.

“This unintended development is a pain on airline operators and a stain on the industry especially at this time of mass movement of people for the Christmas and New Year festivities.

“While we do our utmost best to manage the situation and ensure safe flight operations, we plead the understanding of the traveling public in the circumstance.

“We also call on the concerned authorities including product importers and marketers to do their best to resolve this ugly situation so as to ease the stress it brings on the travelling public.

“As Airline Operators, we remain committed to doing all that is necessary to ensure seamless services and safe air travels in our dear country,” he added.