According to the new protocol, flight crew are now expected to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and observe Infection, Prevention and Control (IPC) measures for the duration of the flight.
As the country prepares for the reopening of businesses, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority has issued post COVID-19 protocols for Nigerian based crew operating international flights.
Odaudu quoted a letter with reference NCAA/DG/AIR/11/16/120 27th May 2020 signed by the Director General, Captain Musa Nuhu and addressed to all operators, airports and other service providers. “Ensure flight crew wear Personal Protective Equipment and observe IPC measures for the duration of the flight as follows; Flight deck Crew: Non-medical face mask and gloves. Face mask can be removed when the cockpit door is closed for safety reasons Cabin crew – Non-medical face mask, gloves, disposal surgical gowns and safety visors/goggles and ensure safe removal of gloves after performing specific tasks.
“The flight deck crew that will carry out the mandatory walk around will wear PPE and will ensure he/she keeps a physical distance of at least 2 meters from ground handling staff, fuelers, dispatchers, baggage handlers and other persons handling the aircraft and airline shall carry return catering.
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