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ICAO Universal Postal Union strengthen airmail security against rising threats

ICAO, Universal Postal Union Strengthen Airmail Security Against Rising Threats

ICAO and the Universal Postal Union have strengthened their partnership to enhance global airmail security, introducing advanced screening technologies, improved training, and data sharing to safeguard international mail operations.
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  • Signia Aerospace Acquires Precise Flight, Expanding Capabilities in Aviation Safety and Performance

    Signia Aerospace has acquired Precise Flight, a leading developer of aviation safety systems, expanding its capabilities in innovative aerospace technology and enhancing service to global aviation customers.

  • CAASA
  • IFALPA Warns of Safety Risks at Underprepared Alternate Airports

    IFALPA calls for urgent improvements to safety standards at alternate aerodromes worldwide. This article examines key incidents and infrastructure challenges, with a focus on African airports, highlighting the need for coordinated investment in navigation, emergency services, and passenger facilities.

    IFALPA Warns of Safety Risks at Underprepared Alternate Airports
  • FAA Study Led by Embry-Riddle Warns of Drone Risks to Aircraft

    An FAA-backed study by Embry-Riddle warns that drones are often flown above 400 feet, raising safety risks near manned aircraft and heliports.

    Sang-A Lee, an Aviation Ph.D. candidate and graduate research assistant at Embry-Riddle, briefs the research team about drone sightings and registration data. (Photo: Embry-Riddle/David Massey)
  • EMAS: The Runway Safety Net Pilots Still Aren’t Using

    Why are pilots avoiding EMAS during runway overruns? Explore how Africa can lead the way in safety innovation with proper pilot training and local solutions.

    EMAS: The Runway Safety Net Pilots Still Aren’t Using
  • Single-Pilot Concept Stalls on Safety Grounds – For Now

    EASA halts progress on single-pilot flights, citing unresolved safety risks. Two-pilot crews remain

    Single-Pilot Concept Stalls on Safety Grounds – For Now
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • IFALPA Warns of Safety Risks at Underprepared Alternate Airports

    IFALPA calls for urgent improvements to safety standards at alternate aerodromes worldwide. This article examines key incidents and infrastructure challenges, with a focus on African airports, highlighting the need for coordinated investment in navigation, emergency services, and passenger facilities.

    IFALPA Warns of Safety Risks at Underprepared Alternate Airports
  • FAA Study Led by Embry-Riddle Warns of Drone Risks to Aircraft

    An FAA-backed study by Embry-Riddle warns that drones are often flown above 400 feet, raising safety risks near manned aircraft and heliports.

    Sang-A Lee, an Aviation Ph.D. candidate and graduate research assistant at Embry-Riddle, briefs the research team about drone sightings and registration data. (Photo: Embry-Riddle/David Massey)
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Pushback on ADS-B Data Misuse Raises Concerns

    A U.S. bill limiting ADS-B data use is sparking global debate, with growing concerns in Africa over surveillance, privacy, and regulatory misuse in aviation.

    Pushback on ADS-B Data Misuse Raises Concerns
  • IATA’s I-ASC Light Assessment Helps Kenya Airways Elevate Safety Culture

    Kenya Airways becomes the first airline to adopt IATA’s I-ASC Light, using the safety culture survey to identify improvement areas and strengthen risk management.

    IATA’s I-ASC Light Assessment Helps Kenya Airways Elevate Safety Culture
  • Strengthening Safety with Peer-Led Communication

    IFATCA’s Speak English Program & the Role of Professional Associations The IFATCA Speak English Programme is a great example of how aviation professionals can come together to support one another through peer-to-peer learning. By creating spaces where Air Traffic Controllers and other aviation professionals can help each other strengthen their English communication skills, this programme…

  • Training Aircraft Skids Off Runway in Ilorin – NSIB Launches Investigation

    A Diamond DA42 training aircraft skidded off the runway at General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport, Ilorin, on 23 May 2025. The NSIB has launched a full investigation, with initial findings expected within 30 days.

    Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB)
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Pushback on ADS-B Data Misuse Raises Concerns

    A U.S. bill limiting ADS-B data use is sparking global debate, with growing concerns in Africa over surveillance, privacy, and regulatory misuse in aviation.

    Pushback on ADS-B Data Misuse Raises Concerns
  • IATA’s I-ASC Light Assessment Helps Kenya Airways Elevate Safety Culture

    Kenya Airways becomes the first airline to adopt IATA’s I-ASC Light, using the safety culture survey to identify improvement areas and strengthen risk management.

    IATA’s I-ASC Light Assessment Helps Kenya Airways Elevate Safety Culture
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