African Pilot Magazine:
Safety
Strengthening Nigeria’s Skies: Progress and Prospects in Instrument Flight Procedure Design
Nigeria is making bold strides in aviation safety and air navigation through internalised Instrument Flight Procedure Design (IFPD). With home-grown expertise, ICAO-aligned PBN procedures, and Free Route Airspace implementation, the country is strengthening oversight and aligning with global best practices.
Laser Strikes on Aircraft Soar, Threatening Aviation Safety
Laser strikes on aircraft are rising globally, posing serious risks to pilots and passengers. Learn how Africa’s aviation sector is responding to the threat.
Federal Airlines and Mayday-SA Sign MoU
Federal Airlines and Mayday-SA have signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding—the first of its kind in Africa—to promote mental health, peer support, and wellbeing across aviation operations, reinforcing safety and crew performance.
Preliminary Report Issued for ZU-IMP Impala MK1 Accident at West Coast Saldanha Airshow
The Accident and Incident Investigations Division (AIID) of the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has released the preliminary report into the fatal accident involving the Aermacchi MB-326 Impala MK1, registration ZU-IMP, during the West Coast Saldanha Airshow held on 22 March 2025 at Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport (FASD). During an aerobatic manoeuvre—a slow aileron roll performed…
Regulatory Authorities Wade into South Africa’s Turbulent Aviation Sector
Regulators are cracking down on South Africa’s aviation sector amid rising complaints, fuel supply instability, infrastructure failures, and controversial overbooking practices. Industry stakeholders call for accountability and reform.
Preliminary Report Issued for ZU-IMP Impala MK1 Accident at West Coast Saldanha Airshow
The Accident and Incident Investigations Division (AIID) of the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has released the preliminary report into the fatal accident involving the Aermacchi MB-326 Impala MK1, registration ZU-IMP, during the West Coast Saldanha Airshow held on 22 March 2025 at Saldanha/Vredenburg Airport (FASD). During an aerobatic manoeuvre—a slow aileron roll performed…
Regulatory Authorities Wade into South Africa’s Turbulent Aviation Sector
Regulators are cracking down on South Africa’s aviation sector amid rising complaints, fuel supply instability, infrastructure failures, and controversial overbooking practices. Industry stakeholders call for accountability and reform.
Ongoing Concerns About GNSS Interference – Where Does Africa Fall in This Global Challenge?
GNSS interference through jamming and spoofing is a growing threat to aviation safety. With Africa’s reliance on satellite-based navigation, the continent must take proactive steps to strengthen its air traffic resilience and infrastructure.
A Flurry of Airlines Are Banning Power Banks Usage Globally. Is Africa Next?
A growing number of global airlines are banning or restricting power banks due to safety concerns over lithium-ion batteries. While African carriers have not yet followed suit, industry experts predict similar policies may be adopted soon to align with international safety standards.
NSIB Releases Preliminary Report on Hawker 900XP Aircraft 5N-KAL Incident at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has released a preliminary report on the December 6, 2024, incident involving a Hawker 900XP aircraft (5N-KAL) operated by Flybird Aircraft Management. The aircraft returned to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport following an engine failure. Read the full details of the investigation.
SACAA To Hold Aviation Safety Events Amid Recent Crashes
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is hosting Aviation Safety Week and the GAARS Seminar to address recent aviation incidents and promote enhanced safety measures.
NSIB Releases Preliminary Report on Hawker 900XP Aircraft 5N-KAL Incident at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has released a preliminary report on the December 6, 2024, incident involving a Hawker 900XP aircraft (5N-KAL) operated by Flybird Aircraft Management. The aircraft returned to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport following an engine failure. Read the full details of the investigation.
SACAA To Hold Aviation Safety Events Amid Recent Crashes
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is hosting Aviation Safety Week and the GAARS Seminar to address recent aviation incidents and promote enhanced safety measures.