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

SubscribeContact

African Pilot Magazine:

Military & Defence

By removing the cockpit, seats and crew stations, the Sikorsky S-70UAS™ U-Hawk™ helicopter becomes the first fully autonomous Black Hawk helicopter. Photo courtesy, Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company.
Future Flight, Military & Defence

Sikorsky Converts BLACK HAWK® into U-Hawk™, A Battle-Ready Autonomous UAS

Sikorsky transforms the UH-60L Black Hawk into the autonomous S-70UAS™ U-Hawk™, a next-generation uncrewed helicopter with 25% more cargo space and MATRIX™ autonomy.
Read More

  • Airbus Streamlines Its Tactical Uncrewed Aerial System Offering

    Airbus consolidates its tactical uncrewed aerial systems, creating a unified portfolio under Airbus Helicopters to enhance defence and security capabilities.

    Airbus Streamlines Its Tactical Uncrewed Aerial System Offering
    • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.

  • Embraer Offers New Scholarships to Train Master’s Students in Aeronautical Engineering

    Embraer and ITA launch 2025 MSc in Aeronautical Engineering with monthly scholarships for 45 new students.

    Embraer Offers New Scholarships to Train Master’s Students in Aeronautical Engineering

  • First Airbus SIRTAP Prototype Ready to Start Ground Tests

    Airbus has completed assembly of the first SIRTAP tactical uncrewed aerial system, now entering ground tests in Spain. The aircraft is set for its maiden flight by the end of 2025, with delivery to the Spanish Armed Forces expected in 2027.

    SIRTAP’s first prototype at the Final Assembly Line ready to start ground tests. El primer prototipo del SIRTAP en la Línea de Ensamblaje Final, listo para iniciar las pruebas en tierra. - Airbus

  • Hanwha Systems and Milkor Aerospace and Defence Sign Strategic MoU to Integrate AESA SAR Radar on Milkor 380 UAV for Global Export

    Hanwha Systems and Milkor Aerospace and Defence signed an MoU at the Paris Air Show 2025 to integrate AESA SAR radar on the Milkor 380 UAV, creating a globally exportable ISR solution with advanced surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities.

  • Embraer Celebrates A-29 Super Tucano 600,000 Flight Hours

    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.

    A-29 Super Tucano
    • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.

  • Embraer Offers New Scholarships to Train Master’s Students in Aeronautical Engineering

    Embraer and ITA launch 2025 MSc in Aeronautical Engineering with monthly scholarships for 45 new students.

    Embraer Offers New Scholarships to Train Master’s Students in Aeronautical Engineering

  • First Airbus SIRTAP Prototype Ready to Start Ground Tests

    Airbus has completed assembly of the first SIRTAP tactical uncrewed aerial system, now entering ground tests in Spain. The aircraft is set for its maiden flight by the end of 2025, with delivery to the Spanish Armed Forces expected in 2027.

    SIRTAP’s first prototype at the Final Assembly Line ready to start ground tests. El primer prototipo del SIRTAP en la Línea de Ensamblaje Final, listo para iniciar las pruebas en tierra. - Airbus
    • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.

  • KC-390 Millennium: Embraer’s Multi-Mission Tanker Gains Ground Globally

    Embraer’s KC-390 Millennium is gaining traction globally as a modern, multi-mission tanker and airlifter. With operational capability and a growing list of international operators, it’s redefining tactical airlift and aerial refuelling.

  • Armscor Tables Strategic Defence Path in Corporate Plan 2025

    Armscor’s 2025 Corporate Plan outlines a strategic defence vision with a strong aviation focus, including the launch of a Space Command Capability, support for the SAAF, innovation in unmanned systems, and industry collaboration to grow South Africa’s aerospace sector.

    Armscor Tables Strategic Defence Path in Corporate Plan 2025

  • Defence Strategic Plan 2025–2030 Tabled by Department of Defence

    The Department of Defence has tabled South Africa’s Defence Strategic Plan for 2025–2030, outlining the SANDF’s roadmap to modernise defence capabilities through border safeguarding, rapid deployment forces, and technological advancements, despite ongoing budget constraints.

  • First Airbus A330 MRTT for the Spanish Air and Space Force Enters Into Service

    The Spanish Air and Space Force has inducted its first Airbus A330 MRTT into service. The aircraft offers enhanced refuelling, transport, and MEDEVAC capabilities, strengthening Spain’s aerial operations and strategic autonomy.

    First Spanish Airbus A330 MRTT refuelling Spanish Air and Space Force Eurofighters.
    • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.

  • KC-390 Millennium: Embraer’s Multi-Mission Tanker Gains Ground Globally

    Embraer’s KC-390 Millennium is gaining traction globally as a modern, multi-mission tanker and airlifter. With operational capability and a growing list of international operators, it’s redefining tactical airlift and aerial refuelling.

  • Armscor Tables Strategic Defence Path in Corporate Plan 2025

    Armscor’s 2025 Corporate Plan outlines a strategic defence vision with a strong aviation focus, including the launch of a Space Command Capability, support for the SAAF, innovation in unmanned systems, and industry collaboration to grow South Africa’s aerospace sector.

    Armscor Tables Strategic Defence Path in Corporate Plan 2025
    • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.