2 September 2026
STEM School Accelerates Aviation Career Opportunities for Ethiopian Youth
Ethiopian Airlines and Boeing have concluded the fourth edition of their six-week STEM School at Ethiopian…
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MRO – Maintenance, Refurb & Overhaul
1 September 2026
AFRAA Admits Global Airtech as Aviation Component Partner
The African Airlines Association has admitted Global Airtech International as a Partner under its Partnership Programme,…
28 August 2026
Sling Aircraft AMO Becomes a Rotax Approved Repair Centre
Sling Aircraft’s SACAA-approved AMO at Tedderfield Airpark has become a Rotax Approved Repair Centre, expanding maintenance,…
18 August 2026
Continental Aerospace Technologies™ Enhances Standard Engine Overhaul Warranty Through Continental Services
Continental Aerospace Technologies has extended its Continental Services engine overhaul warranty from one year or 300…
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Boeing and Ontic Expand Existing Partnership to Deliver Grimes Engine Valves Worldwide
Boeing and Ontic have announced a new distribution agreement for Grimes engine valves, combining Boeing…
Nacelle Improvement Elevates Bell Boeing V-22 Readiness
Bell Textron has reported a 75% reduction in maintenance hours for the CV-22 Osprey following…
Green Maintenance Takes Centre Stage at African MRO Conference as Industry Focuses on Decarbonisation
Green maintenance and decarbonisation are becoming central to the African Aviation MRO strategy, with airlines…
African MRO Digital Transformation Starts with Data Integrity
Digital transformation in African MRO depends on data integrity, system integration and governance rather than…
Why Does a Continent with Certified MRO Capacity Still Struggle to Use That Capacity Across Its Own Borders?
Africa has EASA- and FAA-certified MRO capacity, but fragmented regulation, limited mutual recognition, and cross-border…
Africa’s MRO Future Hinges on Skills and Workforce Development
Africa’s MRO growth depends on training, retaining and developing skilled engineers as workforce shortages, attrition…
Collaboration Is No Longer Optional in Africa’s MRO Market
Africa’s MRO sector faces structural pressure. Collaboration, visibility and regulatory alignment are now critical for…
African MRO’s Weakest Link Is Still the Supply Chain
Africa’s aviation MRO growth is constrained by supply chain fragmentation, parts shortages and offshore dependence,…
African MRO: Execution Will Determine Value Retention
Africa captures less than 2.5% of global MRO value despite strong aviation growth. With over…
African Aviation MRO: From Capital Flight to Continental Capability
Africa’s aviation growth is constrained by limited MRO capacity, capital flight, and regulatory fragmentation. A…
African MRO Capacity Constraints and the Case for a Continental Network
African airlines face structural MRO capacity constraints, rising costs, and limited negotiating power, reinforcing the…
Africa’s MRO Imperative: Retaining Value and Building Capability
As African aviation enters a new growth phase, the development of a competitive MRO ecosystem…
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Heads Up: Air Côte d’Ivoire Aircraft Maintenance Centre (MRO) – Côte d’Ivoire
BOAD approves XOF35 billion for Air Côte d’Ivoire’s aircraft maintenance centre in Abidjan, strengthening regional…
Kenya Airways Announces Full-Year Results for Period Ending 31 December 2025
Kenya Airways reports FY2025 results with revenue of KShs 161 billion, impacted by aircraft groundings,…
Africa’s Aviation Growth Will Be Defined by Fleet Age and Maintenance Demand
Africa’s aviation growth to 2036 will be shaped by ageing fleets, rising MRO demand and…
Africa Must Move from Aviation Fragmentation to Integration
South Africa’s Transport Minister Barbara Creecy calls for African aviation integration, urging progress on SAATM…
Global Aerospace Provides Insights on the Importance of Detailed Aviation Maintenance Records and How Maintenance Lapses Affect Claims
How aircraft maintenance records impact aviation insurance claims and why neglect can lead to costly…
Airbus Posts Landmark FY2025 Results, Raises Dividend and Targets 870 Deliveries in 2026
Airbus reports FY2025 EBIT Adjusted of €7.1bn, 793 deliveries, record backlog of 8,754 aircraft and…
EgyptAir and Air Cairo Signal a New Phase in Egypt’s Aviation Expansion
EgyptAir and Air Cairo unveil major fleet expansion plans, strengthening Egypt’s role as a key…
Daher Confirms Its Expertise in Cabin Outfitting with the Renewal of Its Contracts for the Airbus A350 and A330
Daher confirms its expertise in cabin outfitting with the renewal of its Airbus A350 and…
Boeing Sees Continued Growth Across African Aviation Markets
Boeing forecasts demand for more than 1,200 new aircraft for African airlines over 20 years,…
African Development Bank and Air Côte d’Ivoire Sign Letter of Intent to Strengthen Aviation Financing, Skills Development and Sustainability
African Development Bank and Air Côte d’Ivoire sign an LOI to advance aviation financing, skills…
Mauritania Airlines Outlines 2026 Maintenance and Engine Procurement Priorities
Mauritania Airlines has published its 2026 Annual Procurement Plan, detailing engine leasing, maintenance activity and…
IATA and CFM International Renew Pro-Competitive Agreement on Engine Maintenance
IATA and CFM International extend their MRO agreement to 2033, supporting open competition, easing supply…
IATA Warns of Supply Chain Risks as African Airlines Face Grounded Fleets
Africa’s aviation sector is already feeling one of IATA’s five key global risks, as supply…
Ethiopian Achieves Major MRO Breakthrough with First A350-900 Full Strip and Paint Program in Africa
Ethiopian Airlines has completed Africa’s first Airbus A350-900 full strip-and-paint programme, marking a major milestone…
African Airlines Association Secretary General Sets Out Strategic Direction for 2026 and Beyond
AFRAA outlines strategic priorities for African aviation to 2026, covering safety, market reform, connectivity, sustainability,…