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When Normal Isn’t Normal: The Risks of Non-Routine Flight Operations
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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, operators, and Africa’s growing aviation sector?
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  • 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, and operational performance.

    Pilots in Full Flight Simulator
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  • EGYPTAIR Discloses Order for an Additional Six Airbus A350 Aircraft

    EGYPTAIR has placed a firm order for six additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft, expanding its total order to 16 as part of its long-haul network and fleet modernisation strategy. The move supports sustainability goals and reinforces the airline’s partnership with Airbus.

  • Embraer Celebrates A-29 Super Tucano 600,000 Flight Hours

    Embraer celebrates 600,000 flight hours for the A-29 Super Tucano, a globally proven light attack and training aircraft selected by 22 air forces. The A-29N variant offers NATO interoperability and cost-effective, multi-role capabilities.

    A-29 Super Tucano

  • Airlink selects the Embraer E195-E2; plans to lease from Azorra

    Airlink plans to lease 10 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft from Azorra to enhance its fleet efficiency, expand its sub-Saharan African network, and reduce emissions. Deliveries are expected between 2025 and 2027.

    images depicting Embraer E195-E2 aircraft in Airlink livery.

  • Bell signs first SUBARU Bell 412EPX order in Africa

    Bell Textron has signed a fleet purchase agreement for 12 SUBARU Bell 412EPX helicopters with the Tunisian Air Force—the first order for this variant in Africa. The aircraft will support multi-role military and security missions, expanding Tunisia's fleet of Bell helicopters.

    SUBARU Bell 412EPX
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  • Proflight Zambia Champions a Connected Continent

    Proflight Zambia calls for aligned policies, infrastructure upgrades, and PPPs to drive air connectivity and unlock Africa’s regional aviation potential.

  • Angola and Côte d’Ivoire Sign Air Services Agreement, Enabling TAAG Route Between Luanda and Abidjan

    Angola and Côte d’Ivoire sign an open skies air services agreement, enabling TAAG’s planned Luanda–Abidjan route and advancing African aviation integration.

    • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.

  • Mozambique Tops List Of Countries Blocking Airlines’ Funds

    IATA reports $1.3 billion in airline funds blocked from repatriation as of April 2025, a 25% improvement from October 2024. Ten countries are responsible for 80% of the total.

  • Ethiopian Airlines Launches New Passenger Route to Sharjah, UAE

    Ethiopian Airlines has launched a new four-times-weekly passenger service to Sharjah, UAE, expanding its Middle East network and reinforcing trade and tourism links between Africa and the Gulf region.

    Supplied Ethiopian Airlines

  • Passenger Growth Accelerates to 8% in April

    Global air passenger demand rose 8% in April 2025, driven by strong international growth. IATA reports record load factors and regional travel trends.

  • Air Seychelles Welcomes Inaugural Flight From Abu Dhabi

    Air Seychelles has resumed commercial flights to the Middle East with the arrival of its inaugural flight from Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in reconnecting Seychelles to key international markets and boosting tourism.

    • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.

  • EGYPTAIR Discloses Order for an Additional Six Airbus A350 Aircraft

    EGYPTAIR has placed a firm order for six additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft, expanding its total order to 16 as part of its long-haul network and fleet modernisation strategy. The move supports sustainability goals and reinforces the airline’s partnership with Airbus.

  • Embraer Celebrates A-29 Super Tucano 600,000 Flight Hours

    Embraer celebrates 600,000 flight hours for the A-29 Super Tucano, a globally proven light attack and training aircraft selected by 22 air forces. The A-29N variant offers NATO interoperability and cost-effective, multi-role capabilities.

    A-29 Super Tucano
    • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.

  • Daher Aircraft Delivers the First TBM 960 “Birddog” Aeroplanes to Conair in Support of Wildfire Air Attack Missions

    Daher Aircraft has delivered the first TBM 960 “birddog” aircraft to Conair Group for wildfire air attack operations. The high-performance turboprop aircraft will support aerial firefighting missions, offering advanced technology, superior safety features, and enhanced situational awareness.

    CONAIR-Daher TBM960 ©Jean-Marie Urlacher

  • Zambia Flying Doctor Service Expands Reach with First-Ever Medical Helicopter

    The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) has unveiled its first-ever helicopter, 9J-KDK, named after the late President Dr Kenneth Kaunda. This milestone enhances medical emergency response, particularly in remote areas. Minister of Transport and Logistics, Hon Frank Museba Tayali MP, highlights the transformative impact on healthcare accessibility.

    Zambia Flying Doctor Service Expands Reach with First-Ever Medical Helicopter
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