African Pilot Weekly Magazine 35:2025

Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Aircraft Receive Type Certification from South African Civil Aviation Authority

Civil Aviation Authority: Type Acceptance Certification

Embraer’s E-Jets E2 family has received Type Acceptance Certification from the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA); another significant milestone in the aircraft’s global success and reinforcing its suitability for the African market.

Embraer’s E2 family of aircraft enables airlines to build operational flexibility, match capacity with demand, and add frequencies – all enhancing connectivity. E190-E2 and E195-E2 are the most fuel-efficient single-aisle aircraft flying today, delivering 17.3% and 29% better fuel efficiency per seat, respectively, compared to previous generation E-Jets.

Air Côte d’Ivoire Takes Delivery of Its First A330neo

Air Côte d’Ivoire receives its first A330-900, the airline’s first widebody, to expand routes to Paris, the Middle East and North America, with Airbus Foundation aid flight.

Air Côte d’Ivoire Takes Delivery of Its First Rolls-Royce Powered Airbus A330neo

African Airline

Air Côte d’Ivoire takes delivery of its first Airbus A330neo powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, boosting long-haul connectivity and efficiency.

TAAG Makes History with the Launch of the First Direct Flight from Luanda to Nairobi

TAAG launches first direct flight from Luanda to Nairobi, strengthening Angola–Kenya ties, boosting trade, tourism and regional connectivity.

Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates 50 Years of Service to Kinshasa, DRC

Ethiopian Airlines marks 50 years of uninterrupted service to Kinshasa, DRC, with 32 weekly flights and dedicated cargo services connecting Africa to the world.

SAA Launches New Route To Gaborone

South African Airways launches a new twice-daily service between Johannesburg and Gaborone, boosting regional connectivity and traveller convenience.

IATA Highlights Aviation’s Strategic Role in Rwanda’s Economic Growth

IATA’s Value of Air Transport study shows aviation contributes USD 160m to Rwanda’s GDP, supports 42,000 jobs, and drives growth through tourism and connectivity.

Savvy Aviation Unveils AI-Powered Anomaly Detection That Augments Expert Engine Analysis

Spotlight: Technology For Engines

Savvy Aviation launches GADFly, an AI-powered anomaly detection tool enhancing expert piston engine analysis for safer, data-driven aircraft maintenance.

Royal Air Maroc Country Manager Pays Courtesy Call on GCAA Management

Royal Air Maroc strengthens ties with Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, expanding daily Accra flights and reaffirming its strategic growth in Ghana.

Rotortrade Delivers AS350 B3+ Utility Helicopter To MERAVO Luftreederei Fluggesellschaft, Germany

Rotortrade delivers an Arctic-proven AS350 B3+ utility helicopter from Air Greenland to Meravo, highlighting strong demand in Europe’s helicopter market.

uAvionix and VOTIX Announce Integration of FlightLine ADS-B Data Service to Advance Drone as First Responder Operations

uAvionix and VOTIX integrate FlightLine ADS-B data into the VOTIX platform, enhancing safety, efficiency, and situational awareness for DFR and AAM.

SkyAlyne Completes Factory Acceptance Of First Two Grob G 120TPs (CT-102B Astra II) Destined For RCAF

SkyAlyne completes factory acceptance of the first two Grob G 120TPs (CT-102B Astra II) for the RCAF’s Future Aircrew Training programme.

HUBTEX to Present New Work Platform for Aircraft Maintenance at MRO Europe 2025

Discover HUBTEX’s new omnidirectional EPL platform for safe, precise aircraft maintenance and assembly, debuting at MRO Europe 2025 in London.

TICAD IX 2025: Development of Civil Aviation in Africa and Strengthening of Japan-Africa Cooperation on the Agenda

TICAD IX 2025 in Yokohama highlighted Africa’s aviation growth, Japan-Africa cooperation, and Cameroon’s leadership in regional air connectivity.

Tunisia Studies Launch of New Airlines to Boost Tourism and Connectivity

Tunisia explores new airlines and maritime tourism to boost airports, attract global markets, and strengthen its position as a leading destination.

Riyadh Selected as Host for Routes World 2026

Saudi Arabia will host Routes World 2026 in Riyadh, highlighting its aviation growth, Vision 2030 agenda, and rising status as a global tourism and air connectivity hub.

Kenya Airways Charts Path to Recovery As Fleet Restoration Underway

Kenya Airways reports HY 2025 results, with grounded aircraft returning and a recovery plan underway to strengthen operations and connectivity.

GKN Aerospace Accelerates Additive Fabrication Ramp-Up With US Expansion

GKN Aerospace expands its Newington, Connecticut site with a new additive fabrication line for Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, creating jobs and boosting US manufacturing.

Liberia, ICAO and BAGASOO Launch Urgent Aviation Safety Reforms

Liberia, ICAO and BAGASOO launch urgent aviation safety reforms to address ICAO audit concerns, modernise oversight, and strengthen civil aviation.

Zambia Minister Of Transport And Logistics Dissolves ZACL Board Of Directors

Zambia’s Transport Minister dissolves ZACL Board to align with government’s strategic vision for aviation, with new appointments expected soon.

NCAA Launches First Integrated Service Charter

NCAA unveils its first Integrated Service Charter to boost transparency, accountability, and service delivery in Nigeria’s aviation sector.

Royal Air Maroc Strengthens Marrakech Connectivity

Royal Air Maroc relaunches and adds flights linking Marrakech with Lyon, Toulouse, Nantes, Bordeaux, Marseille and Brussels, starting October 2025.