22 April 2026
When the Medical Feels More Daunting Than the Flying
Dr Mike Brown shares practical guidance on pilot medical renewals, SACAA protocols and staying fit to…
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Aviation in South Africa
22 April 2026
Parys Taildragger Fly-In Highlights Commercial and Community Value of General Aviation Events
The Parys fly-in showed how GA events support business visibility, owner services and community engagement.
21 April 2026
Woolpert Hands Over Static Partenavia P.68 Airframe to Girls Fly Africa at Grand Central Airport
Woolpert has handed over a static Partenavia P.68 airframe to Girls Fly Africa at Grand Central…
19 April 2026
Emirates and Wesgro Sign MoU to Stimulate Inbound Tourism to the Western Cape
Emirates and Wesgro sign an MoU at WTM Africa to drive inbound tourism, promote Cape Town…
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Judgement Reserved for Three Weeks in Application Against 12-Year Engine Rule
Judgement on the 12-year engine overhaul rule case has been reserved for three weeks, leaving…
AISI – Aerospace Industry Support Initiative
AISI, an initiative of the dtic and hosted by the CSIR, invites companies in aerospace,…
Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Aircraft Receive Type Certification from South African Civil Aviation Authority
Embraer’s E190-E2 and E195-E2 jets receive SACAA type certification, paving the way for Airlink’s fleet…
Botswana Air Access Welcomes New South African Airways Service Connecting Johannesburg and Gaborone
Botswana Air Access welcomes South African Airways’ new double daily Johannesburg–Gaborone service, boosting regional connectivity…
The Next Step for SAA: An A330-300 Wet-Lease and the Challenge of Regaining Market Share
South African Airways has wet-leased a 2016 Airbus A330-300 to modernise its fleet, but analysts…
Explaining ACMI Through the Tuxedo Analogy
ACMI leasing, often described as an “airline in a box,” offers airlines flexibility without asset…
Second uAvionix FlightStation Installed at Lanseria International Airport in Partnership with National Airways Corporation (NAC)
Second uAvionix FlightStation installed at Lanseria Airport with NAC, boosting ADS-B surveillance for safer, smarter…
Beyond Runways and Terminals
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) highlights its customer-centric strategy, digital transformation, and service excellence, driving…
SANDF Clarifies Status Of Oryx Helicopters
SANDF confirms its Oryx helicopters in the DRC are operational and maintained, dismissing claims of…
Court Victory: Sakeliga Wins BEE Case Against Air Services Regulator
Sakeliga secures a landmark Pretoria High Court ruling declaring it unlawful to tie air service…
Supporting the Unsung Heroes of Aviation – The Story of Mayday-SA
Discover how Mayday-SA is leading the way in aviation mental health support, helping pilots and…
Opinion: What It Means to Build a Connected Airport Network
ACSA unveils plans for three aerotropolises and six smart airport cities, transforming South Africa’s airports…
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South Africa’s Draft Civil Aviation Policy Aims to Transform the Sector
South Africa’s draft aviation policy proposes major reforms to safety, regulation, and infrastructure—aiming to reshape…
Aero South Africa 2025 – What the GA Pilot Missed
Aero SA 2025 brought together GA pilots, students, and enthusiasts at Lanseria, showcasing everything from…
Absolute Aviation Sign MOA to Acquire Shares in Century Avionics
Absolute Aviation has signed a Memorandum of Agreement to acquire a stake in Century Avionics,…
Aviation Finance Requires Deep Sector Expertise and a Bespoke Approach – Absa Business Banking
Absa Business Banking highlights the importance of tailored aviation finance in supporting South Africa’s growing…
South Africa’s Aviation Industry Goes to War With the SACAA
South Africa’s aviation industry faces turmoil as SACAA enforces a 12-year engine overhaul rule, grounding…
South Africa’s Low-Cost Airlines Are Taking Off – Again
South Africa’s budget airlines are taking off — with FlySafair winning big, Airlink upgrading, and…
SACAA Gives Clarity on the Withdrawal of AIC 18.19 and the Impact on 12-Year Engine Overhaul Regulations
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) clarifies the withdrawal of AIC 18.19 and its…
Clarification on Mango Airlines Business Rescue and SAA’s role
South African Airways clarifies its role in Mango Airlines’ business rescue, confirming it has no…
Stick n Throttle Aviation, based in South Africa, enhances its training with a new ALSIM ALX Simulator
Stick n Throttle Aviation in South Africa enhances its flight training capabilities with the integration…
Minister Creecy Orders Mediation between ACSA and Airports Coordination Services over Baggage Screening Dispute
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has issued a ministerial order directing the ACSA Board to enter…
AERO South Africa and AfBAA Announce Partnership and Safety & Training Workshop
AERO South Africa 2025 and the African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA) partner to host a…
Public Input Invited on South Africa’s Draft Comprehensive Civil Aviation Policy
South Africa’s Department of Transport has released the Draft Comprehensive Civil Aviation Policy for public…
Rescued Secretary Bird Flown to Safety in Easter Weekend Conservation Mission
A juvenile secretary bird rescued in the Karoo was flown to safety in Dullstroom by…
South Africa: Transport Ministry Advances Sector Transformation with Integrated Charter and New Development Funds
South Africa’s Department of Transport is advancing sector-wide transformation through revised Transport Sector Codes, a…
Qatar Airways Revolutionises In-Flight Connectivity in African Skies with Ultra-High-Speed Starlink Internet
Qatar Airways introduces ultra-fast, complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi on Cape Town–Doha flights starting 1 June 2025,…