Professional Summary
Capt. Chris. O. Najomo is a distinguished aviation professional with over 40 years of experience in aviation leadership, airline management, flight operations, and regulatory oversight. With more than 24,000 flying hours across multiple aircraft types, he has demonstrated consistent excellence, professionalism, and commitment to aviation safety and efficiency.
His extensive expertise, diverse experience, and strategic leadership continue to make him a vital asset to the Nigerian and international aviation industry.
Career Highlights
Director General, Civil Aviation Authority (DGCA)
Current Position
Director, Public Affairs & Consumer Protection, NCAA
Previous Position
Director, Air Transport Regulation, NCAA (2022–2023)
Chief Pilot, Arik Air (2021–2022)
Line Captain, Arik Air (2008–2017)
NCAA Designated Examiner:
B727 T.R.E / EMB120 (2007–2008)
Managing Director/CEO, Capital Airline (2005–2007)
Director, Flight Operations, Al’Barkar Airline, Abuja (2004–2005)
Early Career:
Air Traffic Control Assistant, Federal Civil Aviation Authority Training School – Lagos (1980)
Flight Experience
Total Flight Hours: 24,000+
Aircraft Flown: B727, BAC 1–11, SE210, CE550, EMB120, B737 (600–900 series), Airbus A330
Type Ratings & Training
CE550 Type Rating, American Eagle Aviation – California, USA (1984)
SF210 Type Rating, Point Airline – Orly, France (1984)
BAC 1–11 Type Rating, Dublin, Ireland (1985)
B727 Type Rating, USAir – Pittsburgh, USA (1994)
ATP Type Rating, Pegasus Training Centre – Texas, USA (1989)
B737 NG (600–900) Type Rating, Luton, UK (2006)
EMB120 Type Rating, Paris, France (2006)
Airbus A330 Type Rating, Airbus Training Centre – Miami, USA (2013)
Professional Certifications
Flight Safety International, SIMCENTRE, Miami / Paris, USA (2004)
EMB120 Panel & Instructor Course (TRE), 2006–2007
CRM & Fundamentals of Instruction Course, SIMCENTRE, Miami, USA (2004)
B737 NGRE Qualification Course, CTC Training Centre – Southampton, UK (2017)
Florida Light Sport Aviation Academy, USA
IATA Certifications (2023, London, UK)
Law of Aviation Insurance
Transport Economics
Airline Financial Management
Education
C.P.L / IRMEL, Airline Training Institute – California, USA
Air Traffic Control Assistant Course, Federal Civil Aviation Authority Training School – Lagos (1980)
Awards & Recognition
Recipient of numerous professional and service awards in recognition of his outstanding contributions to aviation safety, leadership, and regulatory excellence.