10 May 2026
Nigeria Signs Working Together Agreement with Airbus in Toulouse
Nigeria has signed a Working Together Agreement with Airbus in Toulouse, with the partnership expected to…
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29 April 2026
The Future of Aviation Depends on Empowering the Modern Pilot
As aviation becomes more advanced and data-driven, the role of the pilot is becoming more complex…
29 April 2026
HAVELSAN to Deliver Third B737MAX Full Flight Simulator to Turkish Airlines
HAVELSAN completes FAT for its third Boeing 737 MAX full flight simulator for Turkish Airlines, expanding…
28 April 2026
Parliament Approves AFCAC Constitutional Amendment to Boost Sierra Leone’s Aviation Sector
The Parliament of Sierra Leone has ratified an amendment to Article 10(4) of the Constitution of…
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Two Aviation Leaders Unite: Bristell and Lightspeed Aviation Partner to Elevate the In-Cockpit Experience
Bristell and Lightspeed Aviation form a strategic partnership to integrate premium ANR headsets, enhancing comfort,…
Advancing Helicopter Emergency Medical Services in Africa
Africa’s first HEMS Symposium examines emergency medical helicopter operations, training, governance, and Airbus Helicopters’ role…
Boeing: Africa’s Rising Passenger Air Traffic will spur Region’s Fleet to more than Double by 2044
Boeing forecasts 6% annual passenger traffic growth in Africa, with the region’s commercial aircraft fleet…
Belgian Defense Selects PC-7 MKX for Its Basic Flight Training
Belgium has selected the Pilatus PC-7 MKX Training System for its new basic flight training…
Fixing NOTAM Overload: Why Pilots Must Lead the Change
Aviation article on the growing NOTAM overload, its safety impact, and why pilots must lead…
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…
Introducing Tecnam’s New Era of Light Aviation
Tecnam Aircraft leads the industry as the new FAA MOSAIC rules take effect, transforming light…
Daughter of Late Sling Aircraft South Africa Chief Test Pilot Sets New World Altitude Record
Shannon Samantha Russell, daughter of the late Sling SA test pilot Sean Russell, sets a…
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…
European Cockpit Association Releases New Guidelines on Commander’s Discretion
New ECA guidelines on Commander’s Discretion clarify when and how airline commanders can extend or…
Bell at the Forefront of Vertical Innovation: Ready for the Dubai Airshow
Bell returns to Dubai Airshow showcasing the Bell 505 and SUBARU Bell 412EPX, reinforcing its…
How to Evaluate and Select Pilots in 2026
KlasJet’s HR and Flight Operations leaders share how airlines can assess pilot performance, manage recruitment…
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ALSIM Launches New AL2006 Tecnam Simulator
ALSIM unveils the AL2006, a high-fidelity simulator replicating the Tecnam P2006T NG, meeting EASA FNPT…
Why EASA’s Task-to-Tool Model is Changing Pilot Training
EASA’s task-to-tool model shifts pilot training from simulator level to training task, enabling smarter, cost-effective…
ELITE Simulation Solutions Delivers South African CAA-Certified S923 FNPT II MCC to Cape Town Flight Training Centre
Elite Simulation Solutions delivers and secures SACAA certification for the ELITE S923 FNPT II MCC…
ICAO Pushes for Stronger Fatigue Management in Aviation
ICAO calls for a review of global fatigue management guidance, urging practical frameworks to support…
Second uAvionix FlightStation Installed at Lanseria International Airport in Partnership with National Airways Corporation (NAC)
Second uAvionix FlightStation installed at Lanseria Airport with NAC, boosting ADS-B surveillance for safer, smarter…
Africa’s Runways: Can Tech Stop the Silent Threat of Overruns?
Runway overruns remain a major safety risk in African aviation. IFALPA calls for Runway Overrun…
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…
Supporting the Unsung Heroes of Aviation – The Story of Mayday-SA
Discover how Mayday-SA is leading the way in aviation mental health support, helping pilots and…
When Normal Isn’t Normal: The Risks of Non-Routine Flight Operations
IFALPA warns of safety risks in non-routine flight operations. What does this mean for pilots,…
How Dual-Role Pilots Increase Learning and Line Flying
Active airline pilots who also instruct bring real-world expertise into training, improving pilot skills, safety,…
Airbus Expands its Footprint in Africa with a New Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg
Airbus opens a new Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg, reinforcing its nearly 50-year partnership with…
Gabriel Semelas Reaffirms Airbus Commitment to Africa as New Support Centre Opens in Johannesburg
Airbus opens a new Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg as Gabriel Semelas highlights the company’s…
Creating a Safety Toolkit: Lessons from the Cockpit at the Rand Airport Safety Symposium
Pilot Keegan Glanfield shares five core tools for safer flying at the Rand Airport Safety…
IFALPA Warns of Safety Risks at Underprepared Alternate Airports
IFALPA calls for urgent improvements to safety standards at alternate aerodromes worldwide. This article examines…
Africa’s First H125 Virtual Reality Simulator Enhances Pilot Training in Southern Africa
Airbus Helicopters installs Africa’s first H125 virtual reality simulator in Johannesburg to support advanced pilot…