19 June (SOMALI MAGAZINE) The Somali Civil Aviation Authority has denied that there is a threat to the safety of aircraft operating in the country, amid concerns over a strike by local aircraft.
A statement from the agency said it was responsible for the safety of all flights and airports in the country, citing allegations by airline executives that security at regional airports was unsafe.
The Somali Civil Aviation Authority is responsible for the safety of all flights and airports in the country, in accordance with international standards (ICAO) and SOMCARS, HDRS hereby declares that there is no risk the safety of domestic flights. said the text.
The Somali Civil Aviation Authority said in another statement that it had not received any complaints from airline executives, but acknowledged that it had seen a letter circulating on social media stating that the strike was about to begin.