• Feature

    Aviapartner Strengthens Angola’s Aviation Ecosystem with Certified Operations at Dr António Agostinho Neto International Airport

    Aviapartner reinforces Angola’s aviation sector with certified operations at NBJ Airport, a 100% Angolan workforce, and strong local ownership.

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  • TAAG Angola Airlines on Strengthening African Aviation: Insights from the Luanda Financing Summit

    TAAG Chairman Clóvis Martins Rosa outlines how African airlines can strengthen their position under SAATM, highlighting consolidation, infrastructure investment, fleet renewal and the need for trust and financing at the Luanda Financing Summit.

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    16 November 2025

    TAAG Angola Airlines Chairman Mr Clóvis Martins Rosa contributing to the panel discussion on Financing and Modernising African Civil Aviation Infrastructure (SAATM). Photo Credit ©African Pilot // Craig Dean
  • The EU’s Role in Advancing African Aviation: Insights from the Luanda Financing Summit

    The EU outlines its aviation support for Africa at the Luanda Financing Summit, highlighting Global Gateway priorities, EASA technical programmes, SAF cooperation and actions aligned with SAATM and Agenda 2063.

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    16 November 2025

    Speaking on behalf of the European Commission, Sergio Oliete Josa, Head of Sustainable Transport and Urban Development at European Commission (DG INTPA). Photo Credit ©African Pilot // Craig Dean
  • Luanda Financing Summit: The World Bank’s Perspective on Closing Africa’s Aviation Infrastructure Gaps

    The World Bank outlines its approach to addressing Africa’s aviation infrastructure gaps at the Luanda Financing Summit, highlighting financing needs, PPP opportunities, tax and fee reform and alignment with SAATM and Agenda 2063.

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    16 November 2025

    Jean-François Marteau, World Bank. Photo Credit ©African Pilot // Craig Dean
  • Ethiopian Airlines Sets Out Infrastructure and Regulatory Priorities at Luanda Financing Summit

    Ethiopian Airlines detailed its infrastructure investments, cargo expansion, regulatory harmonisation needs and progress on a new mega airport during the Luanda Financing Summit on African aviation development.

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    15 November 2025

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  • European Cockpit Association Releases New Guidelines on Commander’s Discretion

    New ECA guidelines on Commander’s Discretion clarify when and how airline commanders can extend or reduce flight duty periods under EASA’s ORO.FTL.205(f). The update reinforces fatigue management, shared responsibility, and safety-first decision-making for pilots and operators worldwide.

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    15 November 2025

  • Air Algérie Takes Delivery of Its First Airbus A330neo

    Air Algérie has received its first A330-900, beginning a major long-haul fleet modernisation programme and positioning the airline as Africa’s largest A330neo operator.

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    14 November 2025

    Air Algérie Takes Delivery of Its First Airbus A330neo
  • CAE Announces Publication of Industry-Wide Standard Operating Procedures to Enhance Safety in Business Aviation

    CAE and the NBAA release new industry-wide SOPs to strengthen safety, consistency, and training standards across business and general aviation, with rollout set for 2026.

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    14 November 2025

    CAE Announces Publication of Industry-Wide Standard Operating Procedures to Enhance Safety in Business Aviation
  • Qatar Airways Supercharges Global Operations with Next-Generation Network

    Qatar Airways deploys SITA’s SD-WAN across more than 350 global outstations, enhancing speed, resilience, cybersecurity, and passenger experience through next-generation connectivity.

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    14 November 2025

  • Bell at the Forefront of Vertical Innovation: Ready for the Dubai Airshow

    Bell returns to Dubai Airshow showcasing the Bell 505 and SUBARU Bell 412EPX, reinforcing its long-term commitment to operators across the Middle East and Africa.

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    14 November 2025

    Bell at the Forefront of Vertical Innovation: Ready for the Dubai Airshow
  • Luanda Summit: AU’s Lerato Mataboge Rallies Africa to Invest in Open Skies and Integrated Air Transport

    At the Luanda Summit, AU’s Lerato Mataboge urged Africa to invest in open skies and integrated air transport to unlock trade, tourism, and economic growth.

    H.E. Ms Lerato Mataboge, Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy at the African Union Commission. Photo Credit ©African Pilot // Craig Dean
    • Interview

    The Cessna SkyCourier® Lands in Africa: Absolute Aviation Highlights Its Features

    The Cessna SkyCourier® has officially arrived in Africa for its grand tour, and Justin van Tonder, Aircraft Sales Director at Absolute Aviation, provided an in-depth walk-through of the 19-seat, twin-engine turboprop aircraft during a recent static display held in their hangar at Lanseria.

    Designed to maximise efficiency, reliability, and profitability for regional operators, the Cessna SkyCourier® combines a large payload with excellent short-field performance. It is ideally suited for commuter routes, charter services, and remote-access missions where capacity and flexibility are critical. The freighter configuration further enhances its operational versatility, providing additional value for operators.

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