For those who fly to those who make flight possible.
Your go-to source for all things aviation in Africa.

SubscribeContact

African Pilot Magazine:

Aircraft

General Atomics AeroTec Systems or GA-ATS for short.

Do228 NXT with Modern Wing Coating – Maximum Durability and Reliable Corrosion Protection

General Atomics AeroTec Systems introduces Tartaric Sulphuric Acid Anodising (TSAA) to the Do228 NXT, delivering enhanced corrosion protection, improved durability, and compliance with EU REACH regulations in an environmentally friendly manufacturing process.
Read More
  • Gogo Galileo HDX Connectivity Option Now Available on Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3

    Textron Aviation now offers the Gogo Galileo HDX connectivity option on the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3, delivering global low earth orbit high-speed internet, advanced Garmin avionics, and exceptional performance for business jet passengers and pilots.

    Gogo Galileo HDX connectivity option now available on Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 (Photo Credit: Textron Aviation).
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Avincis Marks 10 Years of Operations in Mozambique

    Avincis celebrates 10 years of offshore helicopter operations in Mozambique, expanding its Leonardo AW139 fleet and supporting key energy projects like Eni’s Coral South FLNG with over 1,000 flight hours in 2024.

    Avincis Mozambique
  • FL Technics Becomes Official Channel Partner of Honeywell Aerospace Technologies

    FL Technics has been appointed as an official Honeywell Aerospace Technologies channel partner, allowing the company to deliver Honeywell engines and APU products with OEM-certified installation and support for business and general aviation customers worldwide.

    FL-Technics becomes official channel partner of Honeywell Aerospace Technologies
  • Wet Vs. Dry Aircraft Washing: All You Need to Know About Aircraft Cleaning Types

    Discover the differences between wet and dry aircraft washing, including water usage, efficiency, and environmental considerations. Learn when to use each method and how robotic systems improve aviation cleaning operations.

    Nordic Dino Robotics
  • Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique Issues Tender for Short-Term Wet Lease of Five Aircraft

    Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique invites bids for the short-term wet lease of five aircraft. Submission deadline: 22 August 2025.

  • AAD 2026
  • FLYGABON Receives First ATR 42-600, Becomes Africa’s Youngest Fleet

    FLYGABON has taken delivery of its first ATR 42-600, completing its fleet modernisation and confirming a second aircraft for 2026 delivery.

    Pic Credit - ATR
  • Airbus Expands its Footprint in Africa with a New Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg

    Airbus opens a new Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg, reinforcing its nearly 50-year partnership with Africa’s aviation sector and expanding support for regional operators.

    Airbus opens a new Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg, reinforcing its nearly 50-year partnership with Africa’s aviation sector and expanding support for regional operators.
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Gabriel Semelas Reaffirms Airbus Commitment to Africa as New Support Centre Opens in Johannesburg

    Airbus opens a new Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg as Gabriel Semelas highlights the company’s long-term commitment to Africa’s aviation, defence, and innovation sectors.

    Gabriel Semelas Reaffirms Airbus Commitment to Africa as New Support Centre Opens in Johannesburg
  • Africa’s First H125 Virtual Reality Simulator Enhances Pilot Training in Southern Africa

    Airbus Helicopters installs Africa’s first H125 virtual reality simulator in Johannesburg to support advanced pilot training and improve regional aviation safety.

    Africa’s First H125 Virtual Reality Simulator Enhances Pilot Training in Southern Africa
  • FAA Study Led by Embry-Riddle Warns of Drone Risks to Aircraft

    An FAA-backed study by Embry-Riddle warns that drones are often flown above 400 feet, raising safety risks near manned aircraft and heliports.

    Sang-A Lee, an Aviation Ph.D. candidate and graduate research assistant at Embry-Riddle, briefs the research team about drone sightings and registration data. (Photo: Embry-Riddle/David Massey)
  • TotalEnergies, a Pioneer in Sustainable Aviation Fuels and Committed to the Decarbonisation of Air Transport

    Total Energies is advancing sustainable aviation by expanding its SAF production across Europe and partnering with key industry players like Airbus and Safran. With plans to produce over 500,000 tonnes of SAF annually by 2028, the company is leading efforts to decarbonise air transport and meet future regulatory mandates.

    TotalEnergies
  • Aviation africa 2025
  • TAAG Angola Airlines Advances Fleet Modernisation with US EXIM Bank Support

    TAAG Angola Airlines advances its fleet modernisation with $297M EXIM Bank financing for Boeing 787-10 aircraft and GE engines, boosting efficiency and sustainability.

  • AIAAN Cargo Terminal Receives Qatar Airways Cargo Aircraft for the First Time

    Qatar Airways Cargo makes its first landing at AIAAN, delivering 97 tonnes of oil industry cargo from Shanghai, strengthening Angola's logistics hub.

    Qatar Airways Cargo, at Air Cargo Terminal (TCA) at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (AIAAN)
  • Aviation africa 2025
  • Vaisala Next-Generation Helideck Monitoring Software To Optimise Offshore Operations

    Discover Vaisala’s next-generation Elements Helideck Monitoring Software, now featuring lidar wind profiling, lightning detection, and real-time forecasting to enhance offshore safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.

    Vaisala Helideck Monitoring System
  • Insect Season: An Overlooked Threat to Aircraft Efficiency

    Insect buildup on aircraft surfaces during warmer months can raise fuel consumption by up to 4.4%. Discover how robotic cleaning is helping airlines combat this hidden threat.

    Insect season an overlooked threat to aircraft efficiency
  • Cirrus Invests $13M to Expand Grand Forks Manufacturing Facility

    Cirrus is investing $13 million to expand its Grand Forks facility by 30,000 sq ft, supporting increased production of the SR Series and Vision Jet, with new jobs and capabilities coming by 2026.

  • VoltAero’s HPU 210 Hybrid Power Unit

    VoltAero unveils its HPU 210 hybrid power unit at EAA AirVenture, opening reservations for light aircraft propulsion slots. First U.S. appearance announced.

    VoltAero HPU 210 Hybrid Power Unit
  • ATS Continues Growth Through Q2 With Expansion of Client Base and Regulatory Approvals

    ATS Group continues its 2025 growth with new regulatory approvals, key leadership appointments, and international maintenance agreements with Ethiopian Airlines and AJet, strengthening its presence across the Middle East and Africa.

    ATS Continues Growth Through Q2 With Expansion of Client Base and Regulatory Approvals
  • AIC 18.19 Task Team Update 6

    The AIC 18.19 Task Team has filed an urgent interdict after SACAA failed to respond to concerns over changes to engine regulations. The move follows missed deadlines, a lack of consultation, and growing concern for general aviation safety and sustainability in South Africa.

  • Rotortrade: Shifting Landscape of Helicopter Sales

    Following the release of the Rotortrade Global Helicopter Market Report 2024–2025, CEO Philippe Lubrano shares insights on financing trends, fleet shortages, and global expansion strategies as demand outpaces supply across regions like Africa and South America.

  • PBS Unveils Its Most Powerful Jet Engine to Date, the TJ200

    PBS GROUP has unveiled its most powerful jet engine to date, the PBS TJ200, at the Paris Air Show. Designed for high-performance unmanned systems and marine applications, the TJ200 features advanced FADEC control, seawater resistance, and a compact footprint, marking a major innovation in aerospace propulsion.

    PBS Airospace
  • Avia Solutions Group to Complete One of the World’s First Boeing 777-300ER Passenger-to-Freighter Conversions

    Avia Solutions Group, through AviaAM Leasing, is completing one of the world’s first Boeing 777-300ER passenger-to-freighter conversions in partnership with Mammoth Freighters, marking a significant milestone in the global cargo aviation market.

    Avia Solutions Group to complete one of the worlds first Boeing 777 300ER passenger to freighter conversions
  • TBO Increase to 3600 Hours or 6 Years for the Silent-7 MT Propeller Series

    MT-Propeller has increased the TBO of its Silent-7 propeller series to 3,600 hours or 6 years, following outstanding inspection results. This upgrade highlights the durability and performance of MT's 7-bladed composite propellers, used on aircraft such as the Pilatus PC-12 and King Air 350.

    Supplied by: MT Propeller Series
  • Engineered Fluids Partners With Dovetail Electric Aviation to Develop Immersion-Cooled Batteries for Electric Aircraft

    Engineered Fluids and Dovetail Electric Aviation collaborate to develop an advanced immersion-cooled battery system for electric aircraft, using AmpCool technology to improve safety, performance, and thermal stability in zero-emission aviation.

    Supplied: Immersion-cooled-battery-system
  • AELF Completes $31 Million Financing With Absa Bank Group

    AELF secures $31 million in financing with Absa Bank Group for an A330-300 leased to South African Airways, expanding its aviation finance portfolio.

  • ECT Aviation Launches Time-Critical Cargo Routes with the BN2T-4S Islander         

    ECT Aviation launches high-frequency cargo routes to North Africa using the BN2T-4S Islander, targeting underserved regions with STOL capabilities.

    BN2T-4S-Islander
  • Air Algérie Places Major Order for 16 New ATR 72-600s

    Air Algérie orders 16 ATR 72-600s and Africa’s first ATR 72-600 simulator, strengthening regional connectivity and pilot training capacity in Algeria.

  • VÆRIDION and AURA AERO Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Electric Flight

    VÆRIDION and AURA AERO have announced a strategic partnership at the Paris Air Show to accelerate the development of electric conventional take-off and landing (eCTOL) aircraft. The collaboration aims to advance sustainable aviation technologies and support the transition to zero-emission regional flight in Europe.

    Jérémy Caussade, President and Co-founder of AURA AERO, and Ivor van Dartel, President and Co-founder of VÆRIDION
  • Review Your Cart
    0
    Add Coupon Code
    Subtotal