The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has directed passengers
not to turn on or charge their Samsung Galaxy Note 7 devices on board
aircraft following recent incidents and concerns raised by its
manufacturers.
It warned that the phones must not be stowed away in any checked-in baggage.
“NCAA is appealing to the passengers’ responsibilities in relation to ensuring safety and security of air transportation.
“Importantly, all airlines are hereby advised to emphasise the
prohibition of this devices on board during passenger briefings by the
cabin crew.
“Similarly, all those responsible for searching or screening
checked-in baggage are expected to intensify the procedures to identify
possible checked-in Samsung Galaxy Note 7,” it said.
The NCAA reminded travellers that Samsung had recalled over 2.5
million Galaxy Note 7 devices due to several reported cases of
overheating and outright explosion.
According to the statement, investigation traced these problems to
charging and the company is limiting battery charging on Galaxy Note 7
devices to prevent inferno.
” NCAA therefore calls on all passengers and airline operators to
ensure total adherence to this directive as safety and security of air
transportation is paramount to the authority,” it said.
The nation’s regulatory body said it had also sent a letter with
reference NCAA/DOT/ALL OPS/VOL.1/00716 to all airlines and all other
stakeholders for strict compliance.
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