The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has reportedly placed 11 domestic airlines on a “No-Pay-No-Service” list over outstanding financial obligations owed to aviation agencies.

The directive means the affected airlines may be denied certain aviation services unless they settle their debts.

According to reports, the action followed concerns over unpaid charges and levies owed by operators within the aviation sector.

Industry sources said the move is part of efforts by aviation authorities to enforce compliance and improve financial discipline among domestic carriers.

NCAA Places 11 Domestic Airlines On “No-Pay-No-Service” List

What “No-Pay-No-Service” Means

Under the policy, airlines that fail to meet financial obligations risk suspension or restriction of critical operational services, including:

• Flight clearances
• Ground handling support
• Navigation and regulatory services
• Other aviation-related operational approvals

The NCAA and other aviation agencies have increasingly pushed operators to clear outstanding debts amid growing financial pressure within the sector.

Challenges Facing Airlines

Domestic airlines in Nigeria have faced several difficulties in recent years, including:

• High cost of aviation fuel
• Exchange rate instability
• Aircraft maintenance expenses
• Operational taxes and charges
• Reduced passenger demand in some routes

Operators have repeatedly warned that rising costs are threatening the sustainability of local aviation businesses.

Regulatory Push

Despite the challenges, aviation regulators insist that airlines must comply with industry regulations and financial obligations to ensure safety, accountability, and smooth operations across the sector.

As of the time of filing this report, the NCAA had not publicly released the full list of the affected airlines or the exact amount allegedly owed by each operator.