FAAN closes MMIA Apron Gate 1 for 6 weeks
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has notified airlines, airport users and the general public that effective Friday, June 7, 2019, the Murtala Muhammed International Airport’s Apron Gate 1 and some sections of Taxiway F would be closed to human and vehicular traffic for six weeks.
In a statement signed by the General Manager, Corporate Affairs, FAAN, Henrietta Yakubu, the Authority said the closure is to enable the contractor handling the construction of the new terminal (China Civil Construction Company) link the proposed apron under construction to the existing one.
To ensure compliance, the agency has provided alternative routes for vehicular and human movement and mobilized AVSEC officers on strategic points to guide airports users within the period.
“To maintain orderliness and ensure the safety of operators while the project would last, the Authority has developed and deployed specific procedures for vehicular movements and officers of the Aviation Security department have been mobilized to ensure compliance.
The Authority will like to solicit the understanding and cooperation of all concerned towards ensuring a safe airside for aircraft movement and personnel safety during the construction,” said FAAN.
