African Pilot Weekly Magazine 05:2026
Aircraft
Deutsche Aircraft Positions the D328eco® for Africa’s Regional Connectivity Challenge
African Pilot Magazine examines how Deutsche Aircraft is positioning the D328eco turboprop to address Africa’s regional connectivity, cost and fleet renewal challenges.
Deutsche Aircraft Positions the D328eco® for Africa’s Regional Connectivity Challenge
African Pilot Magazine examines how Deutsche Aircraft is positioning the D328eco turboprop to address Africa’s regional connectivity, cost and fleet renewal challenges.
Aircraft
Designs for Foster + Partners’ Luanda Aerotropolis Revealed
Foster + Partners unveils designs for Luanda’s Icolo e Bengo Aerotropolis, a major aviation-led urban development supporting Angola’s economic growth.
African Infrastructure & Projects
DHL Aviation Welcomes Two Dedicated Boeing 737 Aircraft to Lagos, Reinforcing Commitment to Africa’s Economic Growth
DHL Aviation adds two Boeing 737 aircraft in Lagos, strengthening air cargo capacity and supporting faster, more reliable trade across West Africa.
Air Cargo & Air Freight
Msalato International Airport Targeted for Operational Readiness by May 2026
Tanzania targets operational readiness of Msalato International Airport by May 2026 as terminal, runway and aviation infrastructure works near completion.
African Infrastructure & Projects
Air Traffic Control
ATNS on Air Navigation Services, Procedure Recovery and Regional Growth
ATNS outlines progress on flight procedure recovery, regional service expansion and capacity rebuilding across Southern Africa.
ATNS on Air Navigation Services, Procedure Recovery and Regional Growth
ATNS outlines progress on flight procedure recovery, regional service expansion and capacity rebuilding across Southern Africa.
Air Traffic Control
African Infrastructure & Projects
Cape Winelands Airport, A Closer Look at the Commercial and Operational Model
African Pilot examines the commercial logic, diversion economics and infrastructure strategy shaping the long-term viability of Cape Winelands Airport.
Cape Winelands Airport, A Closer Look at the Commercial and Operational Model
African Pilot examines the commercial logic, diversion economics and infrastructure strategy shaping the long-term viability of Cape Winelands Airport.
African Infrastructure & Projects
Gabon-France Cooperation Strengthens Rail, Air and Maritime Transport Ties
Gabon and France advance cooperation on rail rehabilitation, air transport services and maritime security during high-level talks in Libreville.
Commercial & Air Travel
New East–North Air Services Aim to Unlock Economic Activity in Northern and Eastern Madagascar
Madagascar Airlines and the Ministry of Transport launch new East–North domestic air routes using a LET-410 to improve regional connectivity.
African Airline
Oman Air Announces New Direct Flights to Rwanda, Strengthening Connectivity Between Muscat and Kigali
Oman Air will launch direct flights between Muscat and Kigali in June 2026, strengthening air connectivity, trade, tourism and MICE links between Oman and Rwanda.
Commercial & Air Travel
African Airline
Is Ethiopia Leading the Way of Africa’s Aviation Renaissance?
Africa’s aviation sector is accelerating, driven by new routes, major infrastructure projects and airline expansion. Is Ethiopia leading the continent’s aviation renaissance?
Is Ethiopia Leading the Way of Africa’s Aviation Renaissance?
Africa’s aviation sector is accelerating, driven by new routes, major infrastructure projects and airline expansion. Is Ethiopia leading the continent’s aviation renaissance?
African Airline
AELF Completes 2025 with $355 Million in New Financing to Support Strategic Growth
Aircraft Engine Lease Finance Inc. secured $355 million in new financing in 2025, strengthening its capital base to support fleet expansion and strategic growth.
Finance
AB CarVal and Investec Launch New Aviation Financing Platform
AB CarVal and Investec have launched a new aviation financing platform offering secured, asset backed lending solutions to airlines and aircraft leasing companies.
Finance & Insurance
DAE Announces Long-Term Lease of 13 Boeing 737-8 Aircraft to Royal Air Maroc
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise has agreed to lease 13 Boeing 737-8 aircraft to Royal Air Maroc, supporting fleet expansion and network growth from 2027.
African Airline
Air Connect Namibia Drives Major Gains in Passenger Numbers
Air Connect Namibia expands international connectivity, lifts passenger volumes by 11%, and drives tourism growth through new routes and airline partnerships.
Commercial & Air Travel
Mauritania Airlines Outlines 2026 Maintenance and Engine Procurement Priorities
African Airline
Mauritania Airlines has published its 2026 Annual Procurement Plan, detailing engine leasing, maintenance activity and spare-parts acquisition across its fleet.
Airports of Mauritius Issues International Tender for Rodrigues Airport Runway and Airside Infrastructure
African Infrastructure & Projects
Airports of Mauritius has issued an international tender for a new runway, airside systems and operational infrastructure at Plaine Corail Airport in Rodrigues.
AfDB Seeks Lenders’ Technical Advisor for Bishoftu International Airport
African Infrastructure & Projects
The African Development Bank has issued an EoI for a Lenders’ Technical Advisor to support financing due diligence for Ethiopia’s Bishoftu International Airport.
