The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has granted a Foreign Carrier Operating Permit to Air Tanzania to commence scheduled flights between Dar es Salaam and Lagos. Commencement of direct flights between Tanzania and Nigeria will ease connectivity and boost business, investment and tourism, thereby strengthening existing ties between our two countries.
Ethiopian Airlines has committed to purchase 11 additional Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, strengthening its African hub, expanding regional and international routes, and reinforcing its long-standing partnership with Boeing.
AASA urges ATNS to provide transparent timelines and solutions as ongoing Instrument Flight Procedure suspensions cause severe disruptions, economic damage and operational uncertainty across South Africa’s aviation sector.
Embraer and Airlink have expanded their partnership with a Component Pool Program agreement covering ten new E195-E2 jets, extending support to 78 aircraft and enhancing operational reliability.
IATA and Oliver Wyman expose $11 billion in costs from global aircraft supply chain delays, urging collaboration, transparency, and industry reform.
ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa has completed ADS-B upgrades across several business jet platforms, supporting SACAA compliance and enhancing aviation safety and tracking capability.
A new IATA study shows African airports could save up to $80 million by integrating domestic and international passenger flows using biometric digital ID.
Air Algérie has taken delivery of its first A330neo, powered exclusively by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, marking the start of a major fleet renewal programme through 2027.
IATA’s 2025 survey shows African travellers still value personal service and human connection as global air travel turns increasingly digital.
IATA releases its 2026 cargo and ground operations manuals featuring nearly 100 updates on lithium battery transport, live animal welfare, and digital tools.
