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Minister Creecy Welcomes South Africa’s Re-Election to Aviation’s Global Body, ICAO Governing Council

Minister Creecy Welcomes South Africa’s Re-Election to Aviation’s Global Body, ICAO Governing Council

South Africa has been re-elected to the ICAO Governing Council at the 42nd Assembly in Montréal. Minister Creecy highlights Africa’s aviation priorities.
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  • Liberia and Egypt Explore New Aviation Cooperation

    At the ICAO Assembly in Montreal, the Liberia Civil Aviation Authority met with Egypt’s aviation leaders to discuss the possibility of EgyptAir launching direct flights to Liberia.

  • AAD 2026
  • NCAA Grants RPAS Operations Certificate to Caverton Helicopters

    The NCAA has awarded Caverton Helicopters an RPAS Operations Certificate following a rigorous certification process at its Abuja headquarters.

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    21 September 2025

  • uAvionix and VOTIX Announce Integration of FlightLine ADS-B Data Service to Advance Drone as First Responder Operations

    uAvionix and VOTIX integrate FlightLine ADS-B data into the VOTIX platform, enhancing safety, efficiency, and situational awareness for DFR and AAM.

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    9 September 2025

  • TICAD IX 2025: Development of Civil Aviation in Africa and Strengthening of Japan-Africa Cooperation on the Agenda

    TICAD IX 2025 in Yokohama highlighted Africa’s aviation growth, Japan-Africa cooperation, and Cameroon’s leadership in regional air connectivity.

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    9 September 2025

    Cameroon Civil Aviation Authority
  • Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Aircraft Receive Type Certification from South African Civil Aviation Authority

    Embraer’s E190-E2 and E195-E2 jets receive SACAA type certification, paving the way for Airlink’s fleet expansion and enhancing Africa’s regional connectivity.

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    9 September 2025

    Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Aircraft Receive Type Certification from South African Civil Aviation Authority
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • TICAD IX 2025: Development of Civil Aviation in Africa and Strengthening of Japan-Africa Cooperation on the Agenda

    TICAD IX 2025 in Yokohama highlighted Africa’s aviation growth, Japan-Africa cooperation, and Cameroon’s leadership in regional air connectivity.

    Read

    9 September 2025

    Cameroon Civil Aviation Authority
  • Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Aircraft Receive Type Certification from South African Civil Aviation Authority

    Embraer’s E190-E2 and E195-E2 jets receive SACAA type certification, paving the way for Airlink’s fleet expansion and enhancing Africa’s regional connectivity.

    Read

    9 September 2025

    Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Aircraft Receive Type Certification from South African Civil Aviation Authority
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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.

    ICAO Universal Postal Union strengthen airmail security against rising threats
  • Uganda CAA Hosts Aviation Weather Awareness Workshop

    Uganda CAA and Meteorological Services hosted a workshop in Entebbe to enhance aviation safety, forecasting, and inter-agency collaboration.

  • Nigeria Grants Tanzania Air, A Foreign Carrier Operating Permit

    Nigeria grants Air Tanzania a Foreign Carrier Operating Permit for direct Dar es Salaam–Lagos flights, boosting trade, tourism and investment.

    High Commission of the United Republic of Tanzania Abuja, Nigeria.
  • Zimbabwe CAA Licenses 27 ZRP Drone Pilots to Boost Surveillance and Enforcement

    The Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe has licensed 27 Zimbabwe Republic Police officers as drone pilots, enhancing law enforcement surveillance and enforcement capabilities through advanced Remotely Piloted Licensing training.

  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Nigeria Grants Tanzania Air, A Foreign Carrier Operating Permit

    Nigeria grants Air Tanzania a Foreign Carrier Operating Permit for direct Dar es Salaam–Lagos flights, boosting trade, tourism and investment.

    High Commission of the United Republic of Tanzania Abuja, Nigeria.
  • Zimbabwe CAA Licenses 27 ZRP Drone Pilots to Boost Surveillance and Enforcement

    The Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe has licensed 27 Zimbabwe Republic Police officers as drone pilots, enhancing law enforcement surveillance and enforcement capabilities through advanced Remotely Piloted Licensing training.

  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Nigeria Deepens Technical Engagement with INVAP on Radar Systems

    Nigeria’s aviation authorities visit INVAP in Argentina to strengthen radar infrastructure and modernise air traffic surveillance systems with global partners.

  • South Africa’s Aviation Sector Targets Growth, Efficiency, and Sustainability

    South Africa targets 42 million airport passengers and 1.2 million tons of airfreight annually, with major investment in ACSA and SAA’s regional growth.

    Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy speaking at the Southern African Transport Conference.
  • 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
  • Injunction to Be Sought as 12-Year Aviation Engine Crisis Brings the Industry to a Halt

    The AIC 18.19 Task Team, representing five major aviation bodies in South Africa, is pursuing urgent legal action against the 12-year engine overhaul ruling, which has grounded over 1,400 aircraft and threatens R2 billion in direct losses.

  • NCAA Grants Enugu Air Interim Operational Authorisation via XEJET

    NCAA authorises Enugu Air to begin domestic flights through XEJET while AOC is underway, supporting local airline growth in Nigeria.

  • South Africa’s Draft Civil Aviation Policy Aims to Transform the Sector

    South Africa’s draft aviation policy proposes major reforms to safety, regulation, and infrastructure—aiming to reshape the sector for long-term competitiveness.

    South Africa’s Draft Civil Aviation Policy Aims to Transform the Sector
  • Ghana Appoints New Civil Aviation Authority Board to Bolster Safety Oversight

    Ghana inaugurates new Civil Aviation Authority Board, tasked with strengthening aviation safety and airspace oversight in line with global ICAO standards.

    Ghana Appoints New Civil Aviation Authority Board to Bolster Safety Oversight
  • Somalia and Tanzania Renew Aviation Pact, Approve Direct Flight Route

    Somalia and Tanzania sign aviation pact enabling direct flights between Mogadishu and Dar es Salaam and renew the 1975 Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement.

  • Public Input Invited on South Africa’s Draft Comprehensive Civil Aviation Policy

    South Africa’s Department of Transport has released the Draft Comprehensive Civil Aviation Policy for public comment. The policy outlines the country’s aviation strategy on safety, infrastructure, economic regulation, transformation, and environmental goals, with submissions invited within 30 days.

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