MMA2 to Adopt Slot Management and Digitisation to Ease Peak‑Hour Pressure
Bi‑Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL) is rolling out a Level 2 schedule‑coordination and slot‑management system at Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2) to spread flight departures across the day.
In Brief
- •Bi‑Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL) is rolling out a Level 2 schedule‑coordination and slot‑management system at Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2) to spread flight departures across the day.
- •The initiative follows Nigeria’s 2025 domestic and international passenger traffic of 18.8 million, an 11.9 % year‑on‑year rise, and a 37.4 % increase in scheduled capacity to 1.19 million seats by September 2026.
- •BASL is coordinating with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to deploy additional aviation security (AVSEC) staff during peak periods and to improve landside traffic flow through engagement with police and air‑force authorities.
- •The strategy was unveiled at the ACI Africa Regional Conference in Abuja, underscoring a broader push for next‑generation airport performance in Nigeria.
Why It Matters
Nigeria’s aviation sector is expanding rapidly, placing unprecedented pressure on existing terminal infrastructure. By implementing a coordinated slot‑management system, MMA2 aims to optimise terminal capacity, reduce congestion during early‑morning peak periods, and improve overall passenger experience. The move also signals a shift toward data‑driven operations and inter‑agency collaboration, setting a precedent for other Nigerian airports facing similar growth challenges.
Key Details
- Passenger Growth 2025
- 18.8 million (11.9% YoY)
- Scheduled Capacity Sep 2026
- 1.19 million seats (37.4% increase)
- Slot Management Initiative
- Level 2 schedule coordination
- Security Staffing
- FAAN deploying additional AVSEC personnel
- Traffic Coordination
- Engagement with Police Airport Command and Air Force
- Conference Venue
- ACI Africa Regional Conference, Abuja 2026
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