• Feature

    Airweek 2025: Where Aviation Passion and Innovation Take Flight

    Airweek 2025 at Middelburg Airfield was the hub for South African aviation enthusiasts during the first week of March 2025, showcasing a diverse array of aircraft including a few unique aircraft. The Middelburg Aero Club, Aeroclub of South Africa, EAA Chapter 322, and Air Show South Africa have undoubtedly set the benchmark for the year’s…

    Airweek 2025: Where Aviation Passion and Innovation Take Flight
  • Aviation africa 2025
    Eswatini Investment Conference 2025

    Kenya: Senator Abass Wants Answers on the Commercialisation and Accessibility of Wajir Airport

    Senator Mohammed Abass has called for answers on the continued military control of Wajir Airport, raising concerns over limited public access, inadequate infrastructure, and the need for full commercialisation to support economic growth in Northern Kenya.
    Read More
  • Namene Kalili Joins Namibia Airports Company to Steer Commercial and Strategic Direction

    Namibia Airports Company has appointed economist Namene Kalili as Executive for Commercial Services and Strategy. Kalili will lead NAC’s revenue growth efforts and the implementation of a five-year strategic business plan, strengthening Namibia’s position in regional aviation.

  • New Terminal Planned for Ukunda (Diani) Airstrip

    Kenya Airports Authority has issued a tender for the construction of a new passenger terminal at Ukunda (Diani) Airstrip. The project includes terminal construction and supporting infrastructure to meet rising tourism and travel demand in Kwale County.

  • Zambia Airports Company Issues Statement on Cleaning Services Tender Allegations

    Zambia Airports Corporation Limited (ZACL) categorically refutes the persistent allegations made by the President of the Cleaning Association of Zambia in a recent interview circulating on social media. The claims of misconduct and corruption in the awarding of cleaning services tenders at Kenneth Kaunda, Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe, and Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airports are entirely…

  • Kenya Airways goes live with NDC content in Amadeus

    Kenya Airways becomes the first airline in Sub-Saharan Africa to launch NDC content through the Amadeus Travel Platform. This strategic move enhances the airline’s retailing capabilities and offers travel sellers improved access to personalised offers and dynamic content.

    Kenya Airways
  • Aviation africa 2025
    Aviation africa 2025
  • FlyAngola Increases Flights From Namibia

    FlyAngola has expanded its service from Windhoek to Angola, offering six weekly flights to Benguela, Luanda, and Lubango. The expansion is part of the Air Connect Namibia initiative to boost tourism, trade, and investment.

    FlyAngola has increased flights from Windhoek to Angola, now operating six flights per week to Benguela, Luanda, and Lubango. The move supports the Air Connect Namibia project, aimed at strengthening tourism, trade, and regional ties.
  • Air Legends Foundation bringing ‘Flight of the Cats’ to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025

    The Air Legends Foundation will showcase four historic Grumman fighter aircraft – the Wildcat, Hellcat, Tigercat, and Bearcat – during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025. These vintage warbirds will be featured in air shows and exhibitions from 21–27 July at Wittman Regional Airport.

    The Flight of the Cats as flown at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022. (EAA photo/Mike Kutz)
  • Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) Engages Seabury Solutions to Automate Aviation Safety Security Regulation (ASSR) Functions

    The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has partnered with Seabury Solutions to automate its aviation safety and security regulatory functions using the eAuthority System, reinforcing Kenya’s aviation oversight capabilities and aligning with ICAO global standards.

    The agreement was signed by DG Emile N. Arao (R) and Bijoy Mechery, President and CEO Seabury Solution (L) during the ICAO Facilitation Conference in Doha, and witnessed by PS Mohamed Daghar.
  • Airlink Achieves IATA Environmental Assessment Certification

    Airlink has earned IATA’s IEnvA environmental certification, affirming its commitment to sustainability and wildlife protection, including compliance with the Buckingham Palace Declaration to combat illegal wildlife trade.

  • Regulatory Authorities Wade into South Africa’s Turbulent Aviation Sector

    Regulators are cracking down on South Africa’s aviation sector amid rising complaints, fuel supply instability, infrastructure failures, and controversial overbooking practices. Industry stakeholders call for accountability and reform.

  • Zambia and Angola Strengthen Air Connectivity with New Bilateral Agreement

    Zambia and Angola have signed a bilateral air services agreement to enhance regional connectivity, support SAATM, and promote liberalised intra-African air travel through strengthened regulatory cooperation and fifth freedom traffic rights.

    Honourable Ricardo Viegas D’Abreu, Angola’s Minister of Transport and Honourable Frank Tayali, Zambia’s Minister of Transport and Logistics. Photo credit © African Pilot Magazine / Craig Dean
  • Eswatini Investment Conference 2025

    African Pilot Weekly Magazine

    Eswatini Investment Conference 2025
    Review Your Cart
    0
    Add Coupon Code
    Subtotal