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Business Aviation Reaches a Higher Plateau: The Findings of the 2025–2029 Global Jet Forecast

Business Aviation Reaches a Higher Plateau: The Findings of the 2025–2029 Global Jet Forecast

The 2025–2029 business jet market forecast shows steady growth in new and pre-owned aircraft. Explore global trends, rising heavy jet demand, and Africa’s aviation outlook.
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  • Zambia Flying Doctor Service Issues Tender for Aircraft Repairs and Spare Parts under Two-Year Framework Agreement

    The Zambia Flying Doctor Service has issued a tender for aircraft repairs, spare parts, tools and equipment under a two-year Framework Agreement, supporting maintenance of its fixed-wing and rotary fleet. Submission deadline: 9 December 2025.

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    26 November 2025

  • Blackhawk Group Completes First Garmin G1000 NXi Autothrottle and Autoland Installation for King Air 350

    Blackhawk completes the first Garmin G1000 NXi Autothrottle and Autoland installation for the King Air 350, advancing cockpit automation and safety.

    Garmin G1000 NXi Flight Deck Installed with Garmin Autothrottle & Autoland in a King Air 350 at the Blackhawk Performance Center Facility in Columbia, MO.
  • The Cessna SkyCourier® Lands in Africa: Absolute Aviation Highlights Its Features

    The Cessna SkyCourier® debuts in Africa as Absolute Aviation showcases its 19-seat turboprop, designed for efficiency, flexibility, and regional performance.

  • IADA Releases Current Market Portrait & Forecast, Noting an Increase in New Aircraft Enquiries from Africa

    IADA’s 2025–2026 Market Portrait & Forecast highlights global business jet trends and growing demand for new aircraft across Africa.

    The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) has released its latest Market Portrait & Forecast, offering insights into global business aircraft trends from September 2025 through to September 2026.
  • CAASA and AfBAA Reaffirm Partnership with Updated MoU at African Aviation Summit

    CAASA and AfBAA reaffirm their partnership with a renewed MoU at the African Aviation Summit in Kigali, focusing on safety, advocacy and stronger regional engagement.

    Signing of the MoU with the Commercial Aviation Association of South Africa (CAASA). Photo Credit: ©African Pilot // Craig Dean
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • IADA Releases Current Market Portrait & Forecast, Noting an Increase in New Aircraft Enquiries from Africa

    IADA’s 2025–2026 Market Portrait & Forecast highlights global business jet trends and growing demand for new aircraft across Africa.

    The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) has released its latest Market Portrait & Forecast, offering insights into global business aircraft trends from September 2025 through to September 2026.
  • CAASA and AfBAA Reaffirm Partnership with Updated MoU at African Aviation Summit

    CAASA and AfBAA reaffirm their partnership with a renewed MoU at the African Aviation Summit in Kigali, focusing on safety, advocacy and stronger regional engagement.

    Signing of the MoU with the Commercial Aviation Association of South Africa (CAASA). Photo Credit: ©African Pilot // Craig Dean
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Business Aviation: An Essential Enabler for Africa’s Growth

    Dawit Lemma highlights business aviation’s vital role in Africa’s economy, from UAVs to medevac, calling for stronger industry recognition.

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    24 September 2025

  • Rotortrade Launches Market Analysis For Africa 2024–2025

    Rotortrade’s Africa 2024–2025 market analysis highlights growth in Nigeria, South Africa and Kenya, with rising demand for pre-owned helicopters.

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    1 September 2025

    Rotortrade Launches Market Analysis For Africa 2024–2025
  • The Rise of Pilot Maintenance: The IFALPA Weighs In

    IFALPA’s new position paper on pilot maintenance sparks debate in Africa, balancing safety, training and operational realities across the continent.

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    1 September 2025

    The Rise of Pilot Maintenance: The IFALPA Weighs In
  • Viva Jets Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 as Gold Partner Amid Fleet Expansion in Africa

    Viva Jets joins AEW 2025 as Gold Partner, showcasing private aviation’s role in Africa’s growth amid fleet expansion and strategic partnerships.

  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • The Rise of Pilot Maintenance: The IFALPA Weighs In

    IFALPA’s new position paper on pilot maintenance sparks debate in Africa, balancing safety, training and operational realities across the continent.

    Read

    1 September 2025

    The Rise of Pilot Maintenance: The IFALPA Weighs In
  • Viva Jets Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 as Gold Partner Amid Fleet Expansion in Africa

    Viva Jets joins AEW 2025 as Gold Partner, showcasing private aviation’s role in Africa’s growth amid fleet expansion and strategic partnerships.

  • AAD 2026