The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has conducted a two-day training program for airline operators on the e-flight folder app. The app is a web-based tool that facilitates seamless interaction between airlines and NiMet, ensuring efficient management and delivery of flight folders electronically. Both scheduled and non-scheduled flight schedules can now be submitted and retrieved with remarkable ease. This system also incorporates user-friendly feedback mechanisms, allowing pilots and operators to share their experiences for continuous improvement.
The training took place in Lagos on January 13 and 14, 2025, at the NCAA Training Centre was aimed at introducing the e-flight folder app by NiMet to the airlines and also to receive their feedback. N
iMet introduced the e-flight folder app to familiarize participants with its innovative features and gather valuable feedback for enhancement. The app enables airlines to instantly access flight folders, ensuring timely availability of critical meteorological data for flight operations. During the sessions, facilitators demonstrated how the app eliminates delays caused by manual processes, improving operational efficiency.
Airline operators commended NiMet for simplifying processes, emphasizing that the app will enhance decision-making and overall flight safety. Participants also praised the app’s feedback mechanism, which allows pilots to report issues directly, ensuring responsive updates to user needs. NiMet highlighted its commitment to leveraging technology to improve aviation services, aligning with global best practices in meteorological services. The interactive training fostered discussions on challenges faced by airlines, with NiMet assuring continuous support for seamless integration of the app.
In conclusion, NiMet’s e-flight folder training reflects its dedication to enhancing aviation safety and operational efficiency through innovative technology. By engaging airlines in this groundbreaking initiative, NiMet has further solidified its role as a key partner in Nigeria’s aviation sector.