Kigali International Airport, one of the best airports in Africa, has introduced new air navigation procedures which permit aircraft to occasionally fly over the city of Kigali during landing, especially during times of low visibility.

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According to Rwanda Airports Company (RAC) which manages daily operations and provides air navigation services for all airports in the country, Kigali International Airport is now using runway 10 with satellite-based procedures for landings during low visibility.

"This advanced technology ensures safer and more efficient operations,” said Athan Tashobya, RAC’s communications officer told The New Times.

The new procedures officially came into effect on November 28, he said, stressing that people should not be worried.

‘Transition safe and seamless’

He added: "The new procedures aim to minimize diversions caused by bad weather, particularly when approaching Kigali International Airport from the east (Masaka side).”

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"There are no risks associated with these procedures. It has been rigorously designed, thoroughly tested, and approved to ensure the highest safety standards are met.”

"These are new flight procedures, but there is no cause for concern. Similar landing approaches have already been successfully used by smaller aircraft, ensuring the transition is safe and seamless.”