19 November 2025
3.6% Air Passenger Growth in Septemb
IATA reports a 3.6% rise in global air passenger demand for September 2025, driven by strong…
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19 November 2025
US Shutdown Ends, Allowing Airlines to Restore Normal Operations Across Domestic Network
The US government shutdown has ended, allowing United Airlines and the wider aviation sector to restore…
19 November 2025
Milan Aircraft Unveils Project for First Truly Practical Electric Trainer Aircraft
Milan Aircraft unveils its clean-sheet electric trainer, offering practical range, modern design, and a major step…
19 November 2025
JEKTA and Tahseen Sign LOI to Collaborate on and Assess Potential for Amphibious Operations in the GCC
JEKTA and Tahseen Aviation sign an LOI to explore sustainable amphibious aviation operations across the GCC,…
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Pratt & Whitney’s Iconic 747SP Test Bed to Soar Into EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025
Pratt & Whitney celebrates 100 years of aviation innovation by showcasing its rare 747SP test…
Nigeria Prepares to Host Inaugural International Air Show in 2025
Nigeria is set to host its first-ever International Air Show in December 2025. The initiative…
Strengthening Safety with Peer-Led Communication
IFATCA’s Speak English Program & the Role of Professional Associations The IFATCA Speak English Programme…
Focus on Africa Symposium Opened Professional and Government Affairs Meeting in Nairobi, Kenya
The IFALPA Professional and Government Affairs Meeting opened with the Focus on Africa Symposium in…
Wings of Conservation: Female Cheetah Relocated From Western Cape to Mpumalanga
The Endangered Wildlife Trust, alongside The Bateleurs and provincial partners, successfully relocates a female cheetah…
Zambia and Eswatini Sign Bilateral Air Services Agreement
Zambia and Eswatini have signed a Bilateral Air Services Agreement to introduce direct flights, supporting…
KAHL and Lift Cargo Partner to Improve Efficiencies in Cool Chain Management
Kenya Airfreight Handling Limited (KAHL) and Lift Cargo Limited have partnered to enhance efficiencies in…
Air Cargo Demand up 5.8% in April
Global air cargo demand rose 5.8% YoY in April 2025, with strong growth in Asia…
Zambia Targets Lower Air Transport Costs to Boost Regional Aviation
Zambia is taking steps to reduce air transport costs and enhance its role as a…
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…
Angola and Hungary Expand Aviation and Economic Cooperation
Angola and Hungary have signed a new Air Services Agreement, reinforcing bilateral cooperation in aviation…
Cirium and AFRAA Data Partnership to Drive Growth in African Aviation
Cirium and the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) have formed a strategic data partnership to enhance…
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Ethan Beswick named General Counsel for the Experimental Aircraft Association
Ethan Beswick has been named General Counsel for the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA). With extensive…
Centennials for Fairchild, Travel Air Aircraft to be Celebrated at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025
Celebrate the centennials of Fairchild and Travel Air aircraft at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025. Discover…
Nigeria – Festus Keyamo Reaffirms Commitment to Aviation Workers’ Welfare at Industry Event
Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, reaffirms his commitment to workers’ welfare…
The Stars Belong to Africa Too: African Space Agency Pushes for Space Sovereignty
The African Space Agency is driving Africa’s transition from a consumer to a producer of…
Aviation Industry Doubles Down on Cybersecurity as IT Spend Climbs to New Highs
SITA’s 2024 Air Transport IT Insights report highlights how airlines and airports are investing in…
African Union Summit Adopts Bold Strategies for Clean and Sustainable Energy and Transport Pathways
The 38th African Union Summit saw the adoption of groundbreaking strategies for sustainable energy and…
Delta Airlines Requests Flight Adjustments to South Africa for Peak Tourist Season
Delta Air Lines has requested adjustments to its flight schedules between the United States and…
Vellox Group Unveils the Aviation Industry’s Most Unified Software Platform and Major Capital Investment
Vellox Group introduces the aviation industry’s most unified software platform, integrating market-leading solutions for fleet…
Nominations Open for 2025 IATA’s Diversity and Inclusion Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2025 IATA Diversity and Inclusion Awards, recognising individuals and…
SAWS Aviation Website Back Online Following Last Month’s Cyberattack
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has restored its aviation website following last month’s cyberattack.…
Call for Proposals: Fund for Space Innovation (RASI)
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) has launched the Research Accelerator Fund for Space…
GACA Enables New Era of Saudi Aviation with Brand and Digital Platforms Launch
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has launched Ajwaa, a new digital licensing…
Aviation Safety Takes Centre Stage at URSAC Steering Committee Meeting in Dakar
The Ministry of Land Transport and Air Infrastructure met with the Steering Committee of the…
Malawi Advances Air Transport Liberalisation with SAATM Commitment
Malawi strengthens its commitment to the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) as Honourable Nancy…
Goodyear to Celebrate 100 Years of Airship Flying at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025
Goodyear is celebrating 100 years of airship flying at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025, bringing two…