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AIICO Insurance Plc, a leading insurance provider in Nigeria, has reinforced its commitment to the aviation industry by offering robust and comprehensive insurance solutions. Recognizing the unique challenges and risks inherent in aviation, AIICO has developed tailored policies that provide extensive coverage for :
Aircraft Hull Coverage
Aircraft hull coverage from AIICO Insurance insures the aircraft itself, covering physical damage to the airplane from various perils such as accidents, weather events, and theft.
Key Elements:
1. All Risks Ground and Flight: Comprehensive coverage for damage whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight.
2. All Risks Not in Flight: Coverage for damage only when the aircraft is on the ground.
AIICO Claims:
Accident: In one instance, an AIICO-insured aircraft skidded off the runway during landing, causing significant damage to its landing gear and fuselage. The hull coverage promptly covered the repair costs, ensuring minimal disruption to the airline’s operations.
Weather Event: During a severe storm, a client’s aircraft was parked on the tarmac and sustained extensive hail damage. AIICO’s hull insurance provided coverage for the necessary repairs, restoring the aircraft to its pre-damage condition.
Theft: A small private jet insured by AIICO was stolen from a secured hangar. The hull coverage compensated the owner based on the agreed value of the aircraft, allowing them to replace their asset without financial strain.
Aircraft Liability Coverage
Aircraft liability coverage from AIICO Insurance protects against legal liabilities arising from the ownership, maintenance, or use of the insured aircraft, covering bodily injury and property damage to third parties.
Types:
1. Passenger Liability: Covers bodily injury or death of passengers on the aircraft.
2. Public Liability: Covers bodily injury or death to non-passengers and damage to third-party property caused by the aircraft.
AIICO Claims:
Passenger Injury: An AIICO-insured commercial airline experienced severe turbulence, resulting in injuries to several passengers. Passenger liability coverage paid for the medical expenses and any legal claims from the injured passengers.
Property Damage: An AIICO-insured aircraft accidentally collided with a hangar while taxiing, causing damage to the building. The public liability coverage paid for the hangar repairs, ensuring that both the hangar owner and the airline faced no undue financial burden.
Non-Passenger Injury: In another case, an AIICO-insured aircraft had a hard landing that resulted in debris striking a bystander. Public liability coverage handled the medical costs and potential legal claims from the injured individual.
Third-Party Risk Coverage
Third-party risk coverage from AIICO Insurance protects the aircraft owner or operator from liabilities arising from damages or injuries caused to third parties by the operation of the aircraft.
Key Elements:
Bodily Injury: Coverage for injuries or death of individuals not on the aircraft.
Property Damage: Coverage for damage to third-party property.
Legal Defense: Coverage often includes legal defense costs associated with third-party claims.
AIICO Claims:
Bodily Injury: An AIICO-insured aircraft crash-landed in a populated area, injuring several pedestrians. Third-party risk coverage provided by AIICO covered medical expenses and legal claims from the injured parties, safeguarding the operator from significant financial loss.
Property Damage: In another incident, an AIICO-insured aircraft veered off course during takeoff and damaged several parked vehicles. Third-party risk coverage handled the repair and replacement costs for the damaged vehicles, ensuring the operator did not face excessive out-of-pocket expenses.
Legal Defense: An AIICO-insured aircraft was involved in an accident that led to a lawsuit from property owners and injured third parties. The insurance policy covered legal defense costs and any settlements or judgments up to the policy limits, protecting the operator from substantial legal fees and potential financial ruin.
Exclusions: Standard exclusions might apply, such as war, terrorism, and unlawful acts.
Policy Limits: The maximum amount the insurance will pay for third-party claims, which can be critical in high-risk environments or densely populated areas.
AIICO Insurance ensures that aircraft owners and operators are comprehensively protected against a wide range of potential losses and liabilities, providing peace of mind and financial security.
Each of these coverages ensures that aircraft owners and operators are financially protected against a wide range of potential losses and liabilities associated with aircraft operations.. This strategic approach ensures that Nigerian airlines and aviation businesses can operate with enhanced confidence and security.
AIICO’s unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service and efficient claims processing further solidifies its reputation as a dependable partner in Nigeria’s aviation sector. By addressing the specific needs of the aviation industry, AIICO Insurance Plc continues to play a crucial role in supporting the stability and growth of aviation businesses across the country.
