African Pilot Magazine: 2025 || 10

TAAG outlines its 2026 roadmap and long-term 2030 ambitions, covering fleet renewal, network expansion, Luanda’s…

At the AFRAA AGA, AFCAC outlines how SAATM must move from policy commitments to practical…

Flood disasters reveal the unique value of helicopters in humanitarian response, medical evacuation and access…

An analysis of South Africa’s HEMS sector, examining dispatch delays, crew models, coverage gaps and…

African aviation leads global passenger and cargo growth, but profitability, high costs, safety gaps and…

At AFRAA’s 57th AGA, AfrexInsure outlined how premium retention, underwriting capacity and risk frameworks can…

LIFT adds aircraft ahead of the festive season as strong early bookings and tourism data…

Kenya Airways confirms the exit of Group Managing Director Allan Kilavuka and appoints COO Captain…

Bristell and Lightspeed Aviation form a strategic partnership to integrate premium ANR headsets, enhancing comfort,…

AASA CEO Aaron Munetsi outlines how African airline advocacy is shifting towards implementation through SAATM,…

Angola’s Ministry of Transport awards a 25-year concession for Dr António Agostinho Neto International Airport…

AFRAA’s 57th Annual General Assembly in Luanda examined airline resilience, fleet strategy, MRO capacity and…

ECOWAS agrees to remove air transport taxes and cut passenger charges by 25 percent from…

AASA and IATA sign an MoU to promote CO2 Connect, enabling African airlines to provide…

Boeing forecasts 6% annual passenger traffic growth in Africa, with the region’s commercial aircraft fleet…

IATA reports USD 1.2 billion in airline funds blocked from repatriation, with 93% trapped across…

Angola’s aviation sector is undergoing structural reform, strengthened oversight and major infrastructure upgrades that support…

IATA warns SAF production growth is slowing, costs are rising, and poorly designed mandates risk…

AFRAA confirms full deployment of Free Route Airspace in West and Central Africa, cutting fuel…

Guinea signs an MoU with Albayrak to mobilise funding for Phase 2 of Ahmed Sékou…

Aviation is entering a new era, but visas remain its biggest bottleneck. Explore why WTTC…

Angola deploys SITA’s API PNR Gateway and launches a national Passenger Information Centre to strengthen…

Rotortrade has delivered two Airbus H145 D3 helicopters to SAF Hélicoptères for EMS operations in…

Hi Fly has completed the first-ever Airbus A330 landing in Antarctica at Wolf’s Fang Runway,…

EgyptAir Maintenance & Engineering has signed a Tailored Parts Package agreement with Boeing to secure…

TAAG and SAA sign a strategic codeshare agreement, expanding regional and global connectivity through shared…

Global air turbulence-related injuries are rising. This article highlights why turbulence is difficult to predict…

Abu Dhabi Airports and SITA sign an MoU to co-develop an AI-driven Intelligent Total Airport…

Emirates Engineering becomes the first UAE organisation approved by the GCAA for major aircraft design…

Airlink has rolled out its first Skybucks-liveried ERJ135 from its new Polokwane paint facility, with…

Belgium has selected the Pilatus PC-7 MKX Training System for its new basic flight training…

EASA and IATA partner to align the EU Flight Emissions Label with IATA’s EcoHub and…

Gulfstream’s new G300 has completed its first flight, officially launching the aircraft’s test programme and…

Aviation article on the growing NOTAM overload, its safety impact, and why pilots must lead…

Embraer and Aquarela Analytics have developed Smart Planning, an AI-based solution that improves inventory management,…

Global air cargo demand rose 4.1% in October 2025, marking an eighth month of growth…

Boeing’s Henok Teferra Shawl outlines how sustainable aviation fuel production can reduce costs for African…

Remote Tower technology is reshaping air traffic control, but IFALPA and ECA warn of major…

Global air passenger demand rose 6.6% in October 2025, with strong international growth led by…

Airbus has revised its 2025 delivery target to around 790 commercial aircraft due to a…

IATA calls on the ITU to strengthen protections for aircraft safety systems as 5G and…

Pilatus has completed wing mating on the first RCAF CT-157 Siskin II, the PC-21 variant…

Turkish Airlines and South African Airways have signed a codeshare agreement to enhance connectivity between…

Airbus has issued an update on precautionary measures for the A320 Family fleet following data…

ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa has renewed its FAA and multiple African civil aviation approvals,…

ACSA adds real-time baggage tracking to its mobile app, allowing passengers to monitor checked-in bags…

Garmin adds a colour-coded Graphical NOTAMs overlay and new Storm Tops weather tool to its…

Mozambique has opened public consultations on its Civil Aviation Master Plan 2026–2045, with government calling…

The 2025–2029 business jet market forecast shows steady growth in new and pre-owned aircraft. Explore…

Qatar Airways increases flights to Kuala Lumpur, Lagos, Shanghai and Singapore, operating nearly 3,000 additional…

The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa explains that Jet A-1 constraints at Cape Town…

Boeing and the US Defence Logistics Agency trial a new Rapid Delivery Release model that…

Bell and Safran Helicopter Engines report more than 700 flight hours on blended SAF with…

Gabon’s Civil Aviation Authority receives the ICAO Council President Certificate for major progress in aviation…

ICAO’s feasibility study outlines Ethiopia’s potential for Sustainable Aviation Fuel production, assessing key feedstocks and…

Embraer delivers its 1,700th Ipanema cropduster, an ethanol-powered aircraft with 60 percent market share, known…

Morocco has ordered ten Airbus H225M helicopters to replace its ageing Puma fleet and enhance…

Emirates begins the next phase of its major fleet retrofit, upgrading 111 aircraft with new…

The UAE’s USD 6 billion tourism investment plan for Africa places aviation and air connectivity…

Ethiopian Airlines has ordered six more Airbus A350-900 aircraft, reinforcing its position as Africa’s largest…

Tecnam Aircraft leads the industry as the new FAA MOSAIC rules take effect, transforming light…

IATA reports a 3.6% rise in global air passenger demand for September 2025, driven by…

Shannon Samantha Russell, daughter of the late Sling SA test pilot Sean Russell, sets a…

The US government shutdown has ended, allowing United Airlines and the wider aviation sector to…

Buraq Air has signed an MoU for 10 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, supporting the airline’s…

Milan Aircraft unveils its clean-sheet electric trainer, offering practical range, modern design, and a major…

JEKTA and Tahseen Aviation sign an LOI to explore sustainable amphibious aviation operations across the…

Embraer’s new market report reveals major opportunities to expand intra-Middle East air connectivity, showing how…

Emirates and South African Airways are enhancing their long-standing partnership with a new reciprocal codeshare,…

Air Côte d’Ivoire has ordered four Embraer E175 aircraft with eight additional purchase rights, supporting…

Ethiopian Airlines will lease two new ATR 72-600 aircraft for Air Congo, strengthening regional connectivity…

Ethiopian Airlines has committed to purchase 11 additional Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, strengthening its African…

AASA urges ATNS to provide transparent timelines and solutions as ongoing Instrument Flight Procedure suspensions…

IATA and Oliver Wyman expose $11 billion in costs from global aircraft supply chain delays,…

ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa has completed ADS-B upgrades across several business jet platforms, supporting…

A new IATA study shows African airports could save up to $80 million by integrating…

Air Algérie has taken delivery of its first A330neo, powered exclusively by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000…

IATA’s 2025 survey shows African travellers still value personal service and human connection as global…

IATA releases its 2026 cargo and ground operations manuals featuring nearly 100 updates on lithium…

Emirates will add a third daily flight between Dubai and Nairobi from March 2026, expanding…

Global air cargo demand rose 2.9% in September 2025, marking seven months of growth, led…

Joby Aviation has achieved first flight of its turbine electric autonomous VTOL demonstrator, integrating a…

Gulfstream’s newly certified G800 has secured its eighth city-pair speed record en route to Dubai…

TAAG Chairman Clóvis Martins Rosa outlines how African airlines can strengthen their position under SAATM,…

The EU outlines its aviation support for Africa at the Luanda Financing Summit, highlighting Global…

The World Bank outlines its approach to addressing Africa’s aviation infrastructure gaps at the Luanda…

Ethiopian Airlines detailed its infrastructure investments, cargo expansion, regulatory harmonisation needs and progress on a…

New ECA guidelines on Commander’s Discretion clarify when and how airline commanders can extend or…

Air Algérie has received its first A330-900, beginning a major long-haul fleet modernisation programme and…

CAE and the NBAA release new industry-wide SOPs to strengthen safety, consistency, and training standards…

Qatar Airways deploys SITA’s SD-WAN across more than 350 global outstations, enhancing speed, resilience, cybersecurity,…

Bell returns to Dubai Airshow showcasing the Bell 505 and SUBARU Bell 412EPX, reinforcing its…

At the Luanda Summit, AU’s Lerato Mataboge urged Africa to invest in open skies and…

At the Luanda Financing Summit, AFCAC outlined priorities to accelerate SAATM, calling for investment, harmonisation,…

At the Luanda Financing Summit, Rwanda outlined how open policies, innovation and investment are driving…

At the Luanda Summit, Morocco outlined its long-term aviation vision focused on infrastructure, liberalisation, and…

At the Luanda Financing Summit, Zimbabwe highlighted collaboration, investment and policy reform as key drivers…

FlySafair and Cricket South Africa unveil a Protea-themed aircraft livery by 22-year-old Dinika Naidu, marking…

Emirates Group posts record half-year profit of AED 12.2 billion (US$ 3.3 billion) for 2025–26.…

South African Airways launches a twice-daily Johannesburg–Gaborone service, strengthening intra-African connectivity, trade and regional integration.

Neil Howard, CEO of Absolute Aviation, joins the IADA Board of Directors, strengthening global business…

Professional Aviation Academy Italy adds ALSIM’s new AL2006 simulator replicating the Tecnam P2006T NG, strengthening…

KlasJet’s HR and Flight Operations leaders share how airlines can assess pilot performance, manage recruitment…

Qatar Airways and Air Algérie launch a new codeshare partnership to enhance connectivity between Algeria,…