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Botswana Air Access Welcomes New Proflight Zambia Service Connecting Lusaka, Livingstone and Maun
Proflight Zambia’s new Lusaka–Livingstone–Maun route enhances regional air connectivity, tourism, and business cooperation between Zambia and Botswana.

ATNS Says It’s Making Good Progress to Stabilise and Rebuild
ATNS reports significant progress in stabilising operations, restoring flight procedures, and rebuilding core capacity under new leadership and expert guidance.

ATNS Integrated Financial Report 2024/2025: Stabilisation, Accountability and Modernisation
ATNS reports modest profits amid major reforms, modernisation plans, and leadership changes to restore stability in South Africa’s air navigation system.

Avion Express Offers 250 Open Positions for Pilots Worldwide
Avion Express, a leading global provider of narrow-body ACMI services and part of Avia Solutions Group, is announcing 250 new pilot positions available worldwide for commercial pilots holding either EASA or ICAO licenses. This announcement is part of the annual recruitment season, launched under the slogan “We take care of you. We take care of…

AirExplore Adds an Additional B737-800 to Its Fleet
AirExplore expands its fleet with a new B737-800 from Aviation Capital Group, strengthening its ACMI operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Avion Express Offers 250 Open Positions for Pilots Worldwide
Avion Express, a leading global provider of narrow-body ACMI services and part of Avia Solutions Group, is announcing 250 new pilot positions available worldwide for commercial pilots holding either EASA or ICAO licenses. This announcement is part of the annual recruitment season, launched under the slogan “We take care of you. We take care of…

AirExplore Adds an Additional B737-800 to Its Fleet
AirExplore expands its fleet with a new B737-800 from Aviation Capital Group, strengthening its ACMI operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Liberia Airport Authority Opens Bidding for Domestic Airport PPP Investment
Liberia Airport Authority invites bids for a ten-year Public-Private Partnership to finance, modernise, and manage five domestic airports under a Build-Operate-Transfer model.

South Africa General Aviation: Industry Deliberating the Way Forward After Judgment on 12-Year Engine Rule
The AIC 18.19 Task Team met to assess the legal implications of the 12-year engine rule judgment and to define a phased strategy for the South African aviation industry.
Leadership Update At Air Botswana
Air Botswana confirms the departure of General Manager Ms Naomi Leungo Rasebotsa and continuation of Mr Boikanyo Ntwaagae as Acting General Manager.
A Reflection on the Outcomes of ICAO’s 42nd Assembly
IATA’s Thomas Reynaert reflects on key outcomes from ICAO’s 42nd Assembly, highlighting global standards, sustainability, and alignment with IATA priorities.

Leadership Update At Air Botswana
Air Botswana confirms the departure of General Manager Ms Naomi Leungo Rasebotsa and continuation of Mr Boikanyo Ntwaagae as Acting General Manager.
A Reflection on the Outcomes of ICAO’s 42nd Assembly
IATA’s Thomas Reynaert reflects on key outcomes from ICAO’s 42nd Assembly, highlighting global standards, sustainability, and alignment with IATA priorities.

International: Do228 Fleet Maintenance Contract Signed Between Bangladesh Navy and Do228 OEM General Atomics AeroTec Systems
Bangladesh Navy and GA-ATS sign a new contract for heavy maintenance, pilot training, and radar upgrades for two Do228 special mission aircraft.

Skunk Works and FalconWorks Announce Strategic Collaboration
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and BAE Systems FalconWorks partner at DSEI to develop modular uncrewed air systems with electronic warfare capability.

International: Joby To Bring Blade’s Air Mobility Services To The Uber App
Joby and Uber to integrate Blade flights into the Uber app, paving the way for Joby’s quiet, zero-emissions air taxi service worldwide.

New Collaboration To Tackle Air Travel Growth And Innovate Africa’s Passenger Experience
Ethiopian Airlines partners with SITA to drive innovation, enhance passenger experiences, and shape the future of African aviation.

Air Charter Service Gives Half Year Sales Update
Air Charter Service reports 14% revenue growth in H1 2025, driven by private jets, cargo and group charter, with global expansion plans underway.

Avidyne Announces Certification of Vantage 12 for Cirrus
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.

RTX’s Pratt & Whitney and PBS Group to Develop Next-Generation Auxiliary Power Unit
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.

High Expectations for 42nd ICAO Assembly
IATA has submitted 14 working papers to the 42nd ICAO Assembly, focusing on SAF production, CORSIA, aviation taxes, consumer protection, spectrum, safety, and pilot age limits.

Judgement Reserved for Three Weeks in Application Against 12-Year Engine Rule
Judgement on the 12-year engine overhaul rule case has been reserved for three weeks, leaving 1,372 aircraft idle as industry braces for potential impacts.
Brigade Discusses How Tailored GSE Safety Systems Can Cut Ground Damage Costs by up to 42%
Discover how Brigade’s tailored GSE safety systems can reduce ground damage costs by up to 42%, protecting aircraft and preventing costly AOG downtime.

Decarbonising Aviation: European Commission Supports Development of Sustainable Aviation Fuels in Africa
The European Commission, in partnership with AFCAC, is driving sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) development in Africa, supporting net-zero aviation by 2050.

Riyadh Selected as Host for Routes World 2026
Saudi Arabia will host Routes World 2026 in Riyadh, highlighting its aviation growth, Vision 2030 agenda, and rising status as a global tourism and air connectivity hub.

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.

Aviation Africa Summit 2025: How Must Africa Move Forward on SAF?
Aviation Africa 2025 will showcase expert-led strategies to advance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and policy across Africa.

SA’s Aviation: Strategic Driver of Economic Growth
In 2023, aviation contributed USD 5.7 billion to South Africa’s economy, supporting 46,000 jobs. Government and industry drive growth through skills, infrastructure, and regional cooperation.

