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Safety is the whole job
We are an example operator in this demo, but the way we describe safety is how a real one should: two pilots, strict weather rules, our own engineers and a culture where anyone can stop a flight.
- Pilots per flight
- 2
- Pilot hours
- 2,000+
- Inspections
- Daily
- Weather
- Good visibility only
Two pilots, always
A captain and a first officer on every flight, both type-rated and checked twice a year.
Our own engineers
Nine licensed engineers inspect every aircraft each morning and service to the maker's schedule.
Weather rules
We fly only in good visibility and agreed wind limits. The captain's decision is final and never questioned.
Simulator twice a year
Every pilot practises emergencies in a full-motion simulator every six months.
On every long route
Lagos and Abuja seats always fly in the twin-engine SW-6.
No blame, ever
Pilots, engineers and ground staff can halt a flight for any safety concern without question.
On the day
What we ask of you
Declare your weight
Privately, so the aircraft is balanced. It is never shared.
Listen to the briefing
Two minutes on belts, doors and headsets.
Walk with the crew
Always approach from the front, in view of the pilots.
Stay belted
Until the pilots say the rotors have stopped.
Good to know
Questions people ask
Anything else, ask the concierge in the chat or call flight operations. A person replies within the hour.
Has Skyward had an accident?
This is an example business for a demo, so there is no real record. A real operator should publish its safety record and certificates here.
Who regulates helicopter operators?
In Nigeria, commercial operators need certificates from the aviation authority. A real site would show certificate numbers here.
What happens in bad weather mid-flight?
Pilots plan alternative landing sites for every route and will divert or return if conditions change.
Fly with confidence
Book a seat, or ask the concierge anything about safety.