LAM has acquired a De Havilland Q400, marking a strategic step towards fleet ownership, financial stability, and sustainable domestic operations.
Gulfstream introduces the G300, replacing the G280 with enhanced safety, technology, and comfort. The super-midsize jet features 3,600 nm range and advanced avionics.
Airlink takes delivery of the first three of ten Embraer E195-E2 jets on lease from Azorra, boosting capacity, efficiency and regional connectivity.
Airbus outlines customer support expansion, supply chain recovery, and its plan for decarbonisation and growth across Africa at Aviation Africa 2025.
CubCrafters launches XCub and NXCub E-AB kits, giving builders industry-leading performance, rugged backcountry capability, and full builder support.
Veryon launches AIRE, an AI-powered aviation intelligence platform delivering predictive maintenance, smarter fleet management, and enhanced reliability.
IADA’s 2025–2026 Market Portrait & Forecast highlights global business jet trends and growing demand for new aircraft across Africa.
Continental returns to Lanseria for AvGas engine training, equipping African mechanics with hands-on skills and awarding factory training certificates.
Global Medical Response has ordered seven Bell 429s, with options for eight more, strengthening its position as the world’s largest Bell HEMS operator.
Avidyne secures FAA certification for its Vantage 12 Flight Display System, offering a cost-effective upgrade for more than 4,000 Cirrus SR20/22 aircraft.
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, and PBS Group will co-develop a next-generation auxiliary power unit (APU) for commercial and military aircraft, enhancing power density and efficiency.
Gulfstream introduces the G300, replacing the G280 with enhanced safety, technology, and comfort. The super-midsize jet features 3,600 nm range and advanced avionics.
Airlink takes delivery of the first three of ten Embraer E195-E2 jets on lease from Azorra, boosting capacity, efficiency and regional connectivity.
EGYPTAIR has placed a firm order for six additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft, expanding its total order to 16 as part of its long-haul network and fleet modernisation strategy. The move supports sustainability goals and reinforces the airline’s partnership with Airbus.
Embraer celebrates 600,000 flight hours for the A-29 Super Tucano, a globally proven light attack and training aircraft selected by 22 air forces. The A-29N variant offers NATO interoperability and cost-effective, multi-role capabilities.
Ethiopian Airlines has ordered two Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft from De Havilland Canada to expand its regional operations and connect more remote destinations across Ethiopia and East Africa.
Safarilink Airlines has signed a Letter of Intent with AURA AERO to acquire six ERA hybrid-electric aircraft. The 19-seater aircraft will support Safarilink’s transition to sustainable aviation and expand its eco-efficient safari and regional operations.
Bell Textron has signed a fleet purchase agreement for 12 SUBARU Bell 412EPX helicopters with the Tunisian Air Force—the first order for this variant in Africa. The aircraft will support multi-role military and security missions, expanding Tunisia's fleet of Bell helicopters.
Airbus Helicopters unveils HTeaming, a modular crewed-uncrewed teaming system allowing helicopter crews to control drones mid-flight. The system will debut at the 2025 Paris Air Show and become available to operators from 2026.
Air Niugini expands its Airbus A220 fleet with two new aircraft, boosting efficiency, comfort, and sustainability in its regional operations.
Rolls-Royce has launched a Durability Enhancement Package for the Trent 1000 engine, doubling its Time on Wing and improving reliability. The upgrade, already proven in the Trent 7000, reflects Rolls-Royce’s transformation into a competitive, resilient aerospace leader.
Embraer has published a report on the untapped potential to enhance intra-African air connectivity. The comprehensive study underscores the critical role of improved air travel in driving economic growth and development across Africa, identifying 45 unserved routes with strong potential for direct flights.
Liberia's Ministry of Transport has partnered with Korea’s MAKE Group to introduce five commercial aircraft and upgrade Roberts International Airport, marking a major step toward strengthening domestic air travel and regional aviation standards.
Air Mauritius’ Airbus A330-900neo, Aapravasi Ghat, has returned to Mauritius after a three-month maintenance visit in Naples, complete with a renewed Airworthiness Review Certificate and scheduled inspections before re-entering commercial service.
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Textron Aviation’s Cessna SkyCourier marks five years since its maiden flight, proving itself a versatile, high-performing turboprop for cargo, passenger, and special mission operations across challenging environments worldwide.
Textron Aviation secures a fleet order from Aerolíneas Ejecutivas for up to 12 Cessna Citation business jets, including Citation Latitude, CJ3 Gen2, and CJ3 Gen3 models, to be delivered from 2026 for MexJet’s fractional ownership operations.
Hartzell Engine Tech, a Signia Aerospace Company, has acquired E-MAG, known for its lightweight electronic ignition systems. The move aims to bring certified, self-powering ignition solutions to the general aviation market.
