16 January 2026
Captain Sameh Fawzy Appointed Head of the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority
Egypt’s Minister of Civil Aviation appoints Captain Sameh Fawzy as Acting Head of the Egyptian Civil…
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16 January 2026
5.7% Growth in Air Passenger Demand in November 2025
Global air passenger demand grew by 5.7% in November 2025, according to IATA, with African airlines…
16 January 2026
AI Must Support, Not Replace: Why Human Control Remains Non-Negotiable in Aviation
As AI enters the cockpit, pilots warn that safety depends on human control. Why AI must…
16 January 2026
Airlines to Receive First Carbon Offsetting Requirements Under ICAO’s Global Climate Agreement
ICAO will notify airlines of their first CORSIA carbon offsetting obligations, following publication of 2024 international…
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AASA to Encourage African Airlines to Adopt IATA’s CO2 Connect for Accurate and Transparent Emissions Data
AASA and IATA sign an MoU to promote CO2 Connect, enabling African airlines to provide…
Angola’s Aviation Reforms Show Progress
Angola’s aviation sector is undergoing structural reform, strengthened oversight and major infrastructure upgrades that support…
AFRAA Marks New Era of African Aviation as Free Route Airspace Takes Flight in West and Central Africa
AFRAA confirms full deployment of Free Route Airspace in West and Central Africa, cutting fuel…
Air Cargo Demand Sets New Record in October, up 4.1%, Marking Eight Straight Months of Growth
Global air cargo demand rose 4.1% in October 2025, marking an eighth month of growth…
IATA Urges ITU to Strengthen Safeguards for Aircraft Safety Systems as 5G/6G Expands
IATA calls on the ITU to strengthen protections for aircraft safety systems as 5G and…
SkyAlyne: First CT-157 Siskin II (Pilatus PC-21) Gets Its Wings
Pilatus has completed wing mating on the first RCAF CT-157 Siskin II, the PC-21 variant…
ACSA Introduces New Baggage Tracking Feature to Enhance Passenger Experience
ACSA adds real-time baggage tracking to its mobile app, allowing passengers to monitor checked-in bags…
Garmin SmartCharts Adds Graphical NOTAMs Overlay to Alert Pilots to Surface Closures
Garmin adds a colour-coded Graphical NOTAMs overlay and new Storm Tops weather tool to its…
Mozambique Launches Public Consultation on 20-Year Civil Aviation Master Plan as Government Targets Systemic Reform
Mozambique has opened public consultations on its Civil Aviation Master Plan 2026–2045, with government calling…
Zambia Invites Investors to Develop Airport City at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
Zambia Airports Corporation Limited has launched a call for investment proposals to develop a new…
Zambia Hosts ICAO Regional Workshop on Obstacle Limitation Surfaces Standards
Zambia has hosted an ICAO Regional Workshop on updated Annex 14 Obstacle Limitation Surfaces Standards,…
Zimbabwe Marks 26 Years of the Yamoussoukro Decision
Zimbabwe marks the 26th Anniversary of the Yamoussoukro Decision, highlighting progress on SAATM implementation, rising…
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Ethiopia Feasibility Study on Sustainable Aviation Fuel
ICAO’s feasibility study outlines Ethiopia’s potential for Sustainable Aviation Fuel production, assessing key feedstocks and…
Embraer Celebrates Delivery of 1,700th Ipanema Cropduster
Embraer delivers its 1,700th Ipanema cropduster, an ethanol-powered aircraft with 60 percent market share, known…
EU and South Africa sign first-ever Clean Trade and Investment Partnership (CTIP)
The EU and South Africa sign the first Clean Trade and Investment Partnership to expand…
Aviation Takes the Lead as UAE Unveils USD 6 Billion Tourism Investment Plan for Africa
The UAE’s USD 6 billion tourism investment plan for Africa places aviation and air connectivity…
Ethiopian Airlines Strengthens Its Position as Africa’s Largest A350 Operator with Order for Six Additional A350-900s
Ethiopian Airlines has ordered six more Airbus A350-900 aircraft, reinforcing its position as Africa’s largest…
3.6% Air Passenger Growth in Septemb
IATA reports a 3.6% rise in global air passenger demand for September 2025, driven by…
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…
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…
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…
ATNS Updates to the Industry: Need for More Clarity
AASA urges ATNS to provide transparent timelines and solutions as ongoing Instrument Flight Procedure suspensions…
IATA and Oliver Wyman Sound the Alarm on Reviving the Commercial Aircraft Supply Chain
IATA and Oliver Wyman expose $11 billion in costs from global aircraft supply chain delays,…
IATA Updates Cargo and Ground Operations Manuals
IATA releases its 2026 cargo and ground operations manuals featuring nearly 100 updates on lithium…
CAE Announces Publication of Industry-Wide Standard Operating Procedures to Enhance Safety in Business Aviation
CAE and the NBAA release new industry-wide SOPs to strengthen safety, consistency, and training standards…
Neil Howard Appointed to IADA Board of Directors
Neil Howard, CEO of Absolute Aviation, joins the IADA Board of Directors, strengthening global business…
Nigeria’s Aviation Sector Stands at a Pivotal Crossroad, Poised for Transformative Advancement – Keyamo
Festus Keyamo highlights Nigeria’s aviation reforms and global partnerships driving infrastructure upgrades and competitiveness in…