Passengers are prohibited from walking freely on airport tarmac areas due to significant safety risks, according to the Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN).
In a statement addressing public curiosity regarding airport operations, FAAN CEO Kuku emphasized that unauthorised access to these zones poses a direct threat to human life. She stated clearly, “Unauthorised access can put lives at risk and compromise flight safety.”
The restriction is designed to maintain the integrity of flight operations and ensure the well-being of all individuals within the airport premises. The tarmac, or apron, is a high-traffic area where aircraft are being prepared for departure, arriving, or undergoing maintenance, making it a hazardous environment for unauthorized personnel.
By limiting access to trained and authorized staff only, airport authorities aim to prevent accidents that could result from the proximity of pedestrians to heavy machinery and moving aircraft. This protocol is a standard safety measure intended to mitigate the inherent dangers of the operational environment.
The CEO’s comments serve to clarify why airport security and operational protocols strictly enforce these boundaries, prioritizing the collective safety of passengers, crew, and ground staff over the convenience of free movement in restricted zones.
<small>Source: Premium Times Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
