For those who fly to those who make flight possible.
Your go-to source for all things aviation in Africa.

SubscribeContact

African Pilot Magazine:

General Aviation & Lifestyle

Turning Practice into Action: How Spot Landings and Rally Flying Prepared Tarryn Myburgh for an In-Flight Emergency

Turning Practice into Action: How Spot Landings and Rally Flying Prepared Tarryn Myburgh for an In-Flight Emergency

Pilot Tarryn Myburgh shares how rally flying and spot landings equipped her to handle an engine failure mid-flight. Safety is built through practice.
Read More
  • 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 Symposium, urging pilots to build their own safety toolkit.

    Pilot Keegan Glanfield shares five core tools for safer flying. Photo credit © African pilot // Craig Dean
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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.

  • Balancing Regulation and Safety in Aviation

    CAASA CEO Kevin Storie outlines a call for balanced, collaborative regulation in African aviation at the AFBAA Safety and Training Workshop during Aero SA.

    Kevin Storie, CEO, Commercial Aviation Association of Southern Africa (CAASA)
  • Redefining Business Aviation in Africa: AfBAA’s Focus on Safety, Standards, and Inclusive Growth

    AfBAA highlights inclusive growth, safety, and global standards at the AFBAA Safety & Training Workshop during Aero South Africa 2025.

    Dawit Lemma, Chair of the African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA), Picture by Craig Dean
  • ECT Aviation Launches Time-Critical Cargo Routes with the BN2T-4S Islander         

    ECT Aviation launches high-frequency cargo routes to North Africa using the BN2T-4S Islander, targeting underserved regions with STOL capabilities.

    BN2T-4S-Islander
  • AAD 2026
  • 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.

  • Balancing Regulation and Safety in Aviation

    CAASA CEO Kevin Storie outlines a call for balanced, collaborative regulation in African aviation at the AFBAA Safety and Training Workshop during Aero SA.

    Kevin Storie, CEO, Commercial Aviation Association of Southern Africa (CAASA)
  • Aviation africa 2025
  • Egypt and France Strengthen Civil Aviation Cooperation Through New Technical Agreement

    Egypt and France sign a civil aviation agreement to boost safety, sustainability and airport development, reinforcing Egypt’s African aviation hub ambitions.

    Supplied - Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation
  • Pretoria Airshow 2025: Airshow Adds “Gees” to the Fees

    The Pretoria Fees is held annually over the Easter weekend at Legends Adventure Farm. This year, a touch of spirit and magic was added with the inclusion of a seriously well-planned and executed airshow. Saturday also featured the SAPFA Speed Rally, hosted by David le Roux from Pilot Insure. Overall, the show was a great…

  • Nigeria Unveils New Insurance Policy to Support Aviation Sector Growth

    Nigeria introduces a new insurance policy for leased aircraft, enabling local operators to cede risk internationally and align with global standards. The reform aims to reduce costs, attract investment, and boost aviation sector growth.

  • AI Takes Flight: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Aviation in Africa

    Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the aviation industry—from smart airports and predictive maintenance to enhanced passenger experiences. Explore AI's growing role in Africa and what the future holds.

    Growtika on https://unsplash.com/
  • Aviation africa 2025
  • Egypt and France Strengthen Civil Aviation Cooperation Through New Technical Agreement

    Egypt and France sign a civil aviation agreement to boost safety, sustainability and airport development, reinforcing Egypt’s African aviation hub ambitions.

    Supplied - Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation
  • Pretoria Airshow 2025: Airshow Adds “Gees” to the Fees

    The Pretoria Fees is held annually over the Easter weekend at Legends Adventure Farm. This year, a touch of spirit and magic was added with the inclusion of a seriously well-planned and executed airshow. Saturday also featured the SAPFA Speed Rally, hosted by David le Roux from Pilot Insure. Overall, the show was a great…

  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
    Review Your Cart
    0
    Add Coupon Code
    Subtotal