NAMA TO Deploy Advanced High Frequency Transceivers, Surveillance Systems to Enhance Communication, Safety
In a move towards enhancing air traffic safety and communication efficiency, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has announced plans to deploy advanced High Frequency (HF) transceivers across the nation’s airspace.
The agency says the new communication systems will significantly improve long-range communication between air traffic controllers and pilots, especially over remote and oceanic airspace where conventional Very High Frequency (VHF) communication is unreliable or unavailable.
Speaking to the media, NAMA’s Managing Director, Farouk Ahmed, stated that the deployment aligns with international aviation standards and is part of a broader strategy to modernize Nigeria’s airspace infrastructure.
“This initiative will not only improve our communication coverage but also enhance the safety and efficiency of flights operating within and through Nigerian airspace,” Ahmed said.
The HF transceivers are designed to support clearer, uninterrupted communication, thereby reducing delays, improving coordination with international flights, and ensuring compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) regulations.
In addition to HF transceivers, NAMA is also investing in other critical infrastructure upgrades, including surveillance systems and navigation aids, aimed at positioning Nigeria as a regional leader in aviation safety and technology.
Industry stakeholders have welcomed the move, describing it as a timely and strategic investment in the future of Nigerian aviation.
