GAC TR signs exclusive marketing contract with EgyptAir Cargo
ECS Group’s Turkish subsidiary GAC TR (Globe Air Cargo Turkey) has signed an exclusivity contract with EgyptAir Cargo to begin optimising marketing of its cargo offering from September.
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in Air Transport Airbus delivers first Egyptair A220-300
Posted 6 September 2019
Egyptair has taken delivery of its first of 12 A220-300 aircraft on order, becoming the first A220 operator based in the Middle East and North African region and the sixth operator worldwide.
in Air Transport The African Airlines Association grows its fraternity with new member airlines
Posted 6 September 2019
The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) has this year welcomed four new member airlines namely: Safarilink aviation operating from Kenya; Air Djibouti - the flag carrier of Djibouti, Air Senegal - the
in Air Transport Tunisair Express acquires three ATR 72-600s
Posted 5 September 2019
Tunisair Express and ATR have confirm a firm order for three ATR 72-600s. The aircraft will renew Tunisair Express’s regional fleet and supply essential connectivity, both domestically and internationally.
in Air Transport / Features Transformation building a head of steam
Posted 3 September 2019
Air Madagascar continues to implement its ‘Alefa 2027’ transformation plan that’s designed to revive this major airline player in the Indian Ocean and African regions.
in Air Transport / General Aviation / Technology Pegasus Universal Aerospace and Callen-Lenz Group partner on flight control systems
Posted 3 September 2019
South Africa’s Pegasus Universal Aerospace, pioneer of the Vertical Business Jet (VBJ) Pegasus One, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UK-based, technical aviation
in Air Transport / Features A cape of good hope for Icelandair
Posted 2 September 2019
Icelandair Group’s charter and leasing specialist, Loftleidir, has taken a majority shareholding in Cabo Verde Airlines. Alan Dron asks why the Nordic carrier is focusing on a tiny island group 5,000km south of its home?
in Air Transport / Features E2 wins the Peace prize…
Posted 27 August 2019
The newest Nigerian private carrier, Air Peace, is the largest airline in west Africa with 80% of market share. Now the biggest Embraer operator in the region will be the first to add an E2 to its fleet in Africa. Anuradha Deenapanray reports.
in Air Transport First EgyptAir A220-300 makes maiden flight
Posted 23 August 2019
The first A220-300 for EgyptAir has successfully completed its inaugural test flight from the Mirabel assembly line. The first of 12 aircraft EgyptAir has on order is due to be delivered to the Cairo-based airline in the coming weeks.
in Air Transport / Features New kid on the block is not kidding around
Posted 15 August 2019
Allan Kilavuka became CEO of Kenya Airways’ low-cost carrier (LCC), Jambojet, in January 2019, succeeding industry veteran Willem Hondius. Kilavuka talked to Victoria Moores about how it felt to fill those shoes, as a complete newcomer to
in Air Transport African airlines' traffic soared 11.7% in June, up from 5.1% in May
Posted 8 August 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced global passenger traffic results for June 2019 showing that demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose by 5.0% compared to June
in Air Transport Air Serv expanding operations to Sudan and South Sudan
Posted 8 August 2019
Air Serv is expanding operations in eastern Africa with the deployment of two aircraft to Sudan and South Sudan.
in Air Transport Cirium reveals the world’s busiest day for flying in 2019 is today
Posted 8 August 2019
Travel data and analytics expert Cirium predict today, Friday 9 August, will be the busiest single day of the year around the world for flying.
in Air Transport / Features Mahogany en route to a solid base
Posted 7 August 2019
After a false start in 2014, Mahogany Air is riding a wave of pro-aviation government policies in Zambia. Martin Rivers talked to the airline’s founder and chief executive, Jim Belemu.
in Air Transport Ethiopian takes delivery of its 25th Dash 8-400 aircraft
Posted 6 August 2019
Ethiopian Airlines has received its 25th Dash 8-400 Aircraft, with registration number ET-AXE, from De Havilland Aircraft of Canada.
in Air Transport / Training South Africa's Insight wins Indian training contract
Posted 5 August 2019
Training organisation Insight Aviation based at Port Alfred in South Africa has been awarded a contract to select and train pilots for India’s low cost carrier IndiGo.
in Air Transport Air Seychelles takes delivery of Africa’s first A320neo
Posted 5 August 2019
Air Seychelles has taken delivery of Africa’s first A320neo on lease from CDB Aviation, becoming the first African airline to operate the A320neo aircraft.
in Air Transport IATA issues 2018 airline industry statistics
Posted 31 July 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released performance figures for 2018 showing that global air connectivity continues to become more accessible and more efficient.
in Air Transport Air Peace flight suffers hard touch down at Lagos
Posted 25 July 2019
An Air Peace Boeing 737-300 flight from Port Harcourt to Lagos, Nigeria, suffered a hard touch down as it landed at Lagos today.
in Air Transport / Features Ethiopian – managing the MAX crisis
Posted 25 July 2019
Kaleyesus Bekele meets Tewolde Gebremariam, the CEO coping with the aftermath of the Ethiopian airliner crash that killed 157 people.
in Air Transport EgyptAir flight records the longest 787 delivery flight using sustainable fuel
Posted 25 July 2019
EgyptAir has taken delivery of its fifth B787-9 Dreamliner. The fifth aircraft is more fuel-efficient and generates fewer greenhouse emissions than similarly sized-aircraft.
in Air Transport IATA coordinating with WHO on Ebola outbreak in DRC
Posted 22 July 2019
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) regarding an Ebola virus disease outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo. The International Air Transport Association
in Air Transport Go Comoros Titan is a write-off after fire
Posted 19 July 2019
Fledgling Indian Ocean airline Go Comoros has suffered the loss it its Cessna 404 Titan following a crash as it departed from Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport on Moroni.
in Air Transport Flame Lilly Hoopa gets Zimbabwe flying
Posted 18 July 2019
Zimbabwe’s ailing aviation industry has been fed a lifeline to aid its regional tourism business.
in Air Transport Jasmin Airways takes to the air
Posted 18 July 2019
Private Tunisian airline, Jasmin Airways, having made its first flight last month to Sarajevo in Bosnia-Herzegovina is looking at strengthening its hand with its third aircraft being delivered this month.
in Air Transport / People SAA in search of new leadership team
Posted 18 July 2019
Johannes Bhekumuzi Magwaza, chairman of South African Airlines,will be leaving the loss-making carrier at the end of the month.
in Air Transport Reforms needed to maximise aviation benefits in South Africa
Posted 15 July 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) presented its latest study on the economic value of air transport and tourism to South Africa, and identified opportunities for significant expansion over the next 20
in Air Transport Zimbabwe's hard currency shortage is problem for airlines
Posted 10 July 2019
Zimbabwe has run up debts to African and international airlines of close to $200 million according to IATA.
in Air Transport Securing air service levels for Zimbabwe
Posted 10 July 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) yesterday met with Zimbabwe’s President, Emmerson Mnangagwa and a high level government delegation, to discuss the contribution of aviation to the country’s economy and development.
in Air Transport Air Senegal launches flights to Ouagadougou and Niamey
Posted 8 July 2019
The Senegalese airline pursues its development with two new routes in West Africa.
in Air Transport Boeing pledges support to families affected by Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 accident
Posted 8 July 2019
Boeing has announced $100 million in funds to address family and community needs of those affected by the tragic accidents of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302, as well as Lion Air Flight 610.
in Air Transport African airlines posted a 2.1% traffic rise in May
Posted 5 July 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for May showing that demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers, or RPKs) rose 4.5% compared to the same month in 2018.
in Air Transport AFRAA supports the development of postal activities in Africa
Posted 4 July 2019
At the 38th Ordinary Session of the Pan African Postal Union (PAPU) Governing Council held in Ouagadougou on 17 June, the Association of African Airlines (AFRAA) joined other key continental stakeholders to support PAPU's
in Air Transport Boeing is launching its latest round of flight-testing
Posted 2 July 2019
Boeing is launching its latest round of flight-testing to assess new technologies that could address real-world challenges for aircraft operators and passengers — from enhancing safety and sustainability to improving the
in Air Transport Ethiopian to launch flights to Garowe, Somalia
Posted 1 July 2019
Ethiopian Airlines is to launch flights to Garowe, Somalia, via Bossaso, Somalia effective 15 July 2019.
in Air Transport Air Tanzania returns to ORTIA after ten years
Posted 1 July 2019
The first of Air Tanzania’s four weekly flights between South Africa and the East African nation took to the skies from O. R. Tambo International Airport today after more than ten years.
in Air Transport Boeing release statement on 737 MAX software
Posted 27 June 2019
Boeing has issued a statement regarding the software on the 737 MAX aircraft.
in Air Transport IATA: Coordinated effort to safely return 737 MAX to service
Posted 27 June 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged state aviation safety regulators to continue to align on technical validation requirements and timelines for the safe re-entry into service of the Boeing 737 MAX
in Air Transport Paris Airshow: Airbus sees new business for 363 commercial aircraft
Posted 20 June 2019
Airbus achieved new business for 363 commercial aircraft, comprising 149 firm orders and 214 commitments.
in Air Transport Paris Airshow: ATR announces 75 order commitments
Posted 19 June 2019
ATR has announced a total of 75 order commitments, including 35 firm orders from NAC disclosed.
in Air Transport Paris Airshow: International Airlines Group plans to buy 200 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft
Posted 19 June 2019
One of the world's largest airline groups announced yesterday it intends to build its future fleet with the Boeing 737 MAX with an intention to purchase 200 MAX jets.
in Air Transport / Features Air Côte d’Ivoire looks to long-haul
Posted 13 June 2019
Air Côte d’Ivoire’s business plan for the next 10 years maintains the current strategy but with an increased emphasis on long-haul, according to CEO, René Décurey.
in Air Transport EmbraerX unveils new electric flying vehicle concept
Posted 11 June 2019
EmbraerX has today unveiled a new electric flying vehicle concept during Uber Elevate Summit 2019 in Washington, D.C.
in Air Transport / Features Camair-Co goes from strength to strength
Posted 10 June 2019
Cameroonian national airline, Camair-Co, posted a good performance in 2018 with a 62% increase in turnover, passenger traffic reaching 343,000, and a reduction in its operating loss, report Romuald Touembou Ngueyap and Vincent Chappard.
in Air Transport Airlines call for implementation of global carbon offsetting scheme
Posted 7 June 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) 75th Annual General Meeting (AGM) overwhelmingly approved a resolution calling on governments to continue important work for full implementation of the Carbon
in Air Transport An integrated African airspace becomes reality
Posted 6 June 2019
Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) and L’Agence pour la Sécurité de la Navigation Aérienne en Afrique et à Madagascar (ASECNA), met for the first time on South African to review work done by a joint
in Air Transport Oman Air issues travel advisory on Tanzania’s plastic ban on tourists
Posted 4 June 2019
Oman Air has issued a travel advisory to its guests flying to its Tanzanian destinations of Dar Es Salaam and Zanzibar in the wake of the Tanzanian government’s ban on plastic.
in Air Transport Cabo Verde Airlines receives second aircraft with new livery
Posted 3 June 2019
Cabo Verde Airlines last Friday received the ‘Baía de Tarrafal’ - the company’s second aircraft with its new livery.
in Air Transport / Features Mauritania looks to strike a Paris match
Posted 3 June 2019
Mauritania Airlines is rapidly expanding its route network, but one of the major prizes still remains tantalisingly out of reach. Alan Dron reports.
in Air Transport IATA AGM endorses five resolutions
Posted 3 June 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that five resolutions have been passed by the 75th Annual General Meeting.
in Air Transport Africa sees passenger traffic growth in April
Posted 29 May 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced global passenger traffic results for April 2019 showing that demand rose by 4.3% compared to April 2018.
in Air Transport EmbraerX, Atech and Harris Corporation collaborate on urban air mobility
Posted 28 May 2019
EmbraerX is championing the development of a collaborative ecosystem which enables people to imagine a world where electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles (eVTOL) will be part of our daily lives.
in Air Transport / Features A morale victory...
Posted 28 May 2019
Most African airline CEOs are tasked with reaching profitability. LAM Mozambique director general, João Carlos Pó Jorge, is no different. However, he also had to completely rebuild staff morale from absolute rock bottom – not once, but twice, as Victoria
in Air Transport Boeing releases a statement on 737 MAX certification
Posted 17 May 2019
Boeing has completed development of the updated software for the 737 MAX, along with associated simulator testing and the company’s engineering test flight.
in Air Transport / Features Air Burkina eyes regional expansion
Posted 16 May 2019
Ouagadougou-based Air Burkina has just completed a fleet upgrade and is preparing to strengthen its network as the government begins to study options for re-privatising the airline. Victoria Moores reports.
in Air Transport Boom Supersonic and Dassault Systèmes partner for ‘history’s fastest commercial airliner’
Posted 15 May 2019
Dassault Systèmes has announced that Boom Supersonic is deploying the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to accelerate the design and development of Overture, its Mach-2.2 commercial
in Air Transport Climate action in aviation an inspiring challenge
Posted 14 May 2019
The aviation industry should be inspired by its role in the fight against climate change, according to one of its sustainability leaders according to Michael Gill, the executive director of the cross-industry Air Transport Action Group
in Air Transport Cabo Verde Airlines celebrates the arrival of the first aircraft in new livery
Posted 13 May 2019
Cabo Verde Airlines has received the "Praia de Santa Maria" - the airline's first aircraft with a newly designed livery.
in Air Transport African airlines see 2.1% rise in demand for passenger travel in March
Posted 8 May 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for March 2019 showing that demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers, or RPKs) rose 3.1%, compared to the
in Air Transport / Features Third time lucky?
Posted 7 May 2019
Senegal is once again spreading its wings with an ambitious new flag-carrier. Martin Rivers talked to the architects of the airline's business plan, Philippe Bohn and Jerome Maillet.
in Air Transport Boeing issue new statement on AOA disagree alert
Posted 7 May 2019
Boeing has released a new statement on the AOA disagree alert.
in Air Transport Rwanda and Qatar develop closer aviation ties with bilateral agreement
Posted 30 April 2019
Qatar and Rwanda have signed four bilateral agreements with aviation at the heart of the discussions.
in Air Transport Boeing releases statement on 737 MAX disagree alert
Posted 30 April 2019
Boeing has released a statement regarding various news stories circulating on the disagree alert on the 737 MAX.
in Air Transport FSF urges world regulators to recommit to collaborative approach in certification decisions
Posted 30 April 2019
After the tragic Lion Air and Ethiopian Airlines accidents and the fragmented approach in grounding the Boeing 737 MAX, regulators from around the world are gathering for a special
in Air Transport Celebrations for Air Mauritius' first Trent 7000 powered Airbus A330neo
Posted 29 April 2019
Last week, Rolls-Royce joined Airbus and aircraft lease company, ALC at a gala dinner in Toulouse, to celebrate the delivery of Air Mauritius’ first Trent 7000 powered Airbus A330neo, scheduled to arrive in
in Air Transport IATA and ACAO sign MoU to advance aviation in MENA
Posted 24 April 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and The Arab Civil Aviation Organization (ACAO) have signed an MoU to deepen their cooperation to advance the safe, efficient and sustainable development of air transport in the
in Air Transport EgyptAir takes delivery of second B787-9 Dreamliner
Posted 18 April 2019
EgyptAir’s second B787-9 Dreamliner has arrived today at Cairo International Airport. The aircraft is slated to operate flights from Cairo to Frankfurt by April 22nd.
in Air Transport Africa's aviation sector forecast to grow 5% per annum over next 20 years
Posted 17 April 2019
Africa’s vast aviation potential as the continent continues to increase airline frequency to the GCC will be explored at the Inaugural CONNECT Middle East, India and Africa – co-located with Arabian Travel
in Air Transport Bombardier celebrates delivery of first CRJ900 aircraft to Uganda Airlines
Posted 17 April 2019
Bombardier Commercial Aircraft is celebrating the delivery of the first two of four CRJ900 aircraft ordered by Uganda National Airlines Company in July 2018.
in Air Transport Emirates announces an interline agreement with Africa World Airlines
Posted 16 April 2019
Emirates and Africa World Airlines (AWA), the Ghanaian airline headquartered in Accra, have announced a one-way interline agreement whereby Emirates customers can connect onto selected routes of Africa World
in Air Transport Embraer E195-E2 granted certification by ANAC, FAA and EASA
Posted 16 April 2019
Embraer has received the Type Certificate for the E195-E2 from three regulatory authorities: ANAC, the Brazilian Civil Aviation Agency (Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil); the FAA (U.S. Federal
in Air Transport Boeing announces new supply chain agreements
Posted 11 April 2019
Boeing is expanding its total lifecycle support offerings by managing the entire end-to-end process of its Used Serviceable Material (USM) business.
in Air Transport African airlines experience 2.5% rise in traffic for February
Posted 9 April 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for February 2019 showing total revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs) rose 5.3%, compared to February 2018.
in Air Transport Ethiopian Airlines releases statement on the preliminary report of flight ET 302
Posted 8 April 2019
Ethiopian Airlines Aviation Group (EAAG) has acknowledged the preliminary report of the accident of ET 302/10 March, 2019.
in Air Transport Uganda Airlines firms order for two A330neo
Posted 8 April 2019
Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, has firmed up its order for two A330-800s, the latest version of the A330 widebody airliner.
in Air Transport Boeing statement on the 737Max situation
Posted 6 April 2019
Boeing has issued a statement regarding the future of the 737Max programme following the preliminary report following last month's crash of the Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302.
in Air Transport Ethiopian pilots praised after details of ET302 preliminary crash report revealed
Posted 4 April 2019
Ethiopian Airlines CEO, Tewolde GabreMariam paid tribute to the pilots of flight ET302, the 737 Max8 aircraft, that crashed close to Bole Airport last month.
in Air Transport Air Peace selects the E195-E2 and becomes first E2 operator in Africa
Posted 3 April 2019
Embraer has signed a firm order for 10 E195-E2 jets with Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest airline.
in Air Transport Emirates celebrates the spirit of Africa with latest brand campaign
Posted 29 March 2019
Emirates has launched a pan-African brand advertising campaign that celebrates the talent and achievements of young Africans, taking the message of ‘New Africa’ to the world.
in Air Transport EgyptAir takes delivery of its first 787-9 Dreamliner
Posted 28 March 2019
EgyptAir’s B787-9 Dreamliner arrived today at Cairo International Airport.
in Air Transport Ethiopian Airlines refutes misleading reporting March 26 -2019
Posted 27 March 2019
Ethiopian Airlines has issued a statement strongly refuting recent reports stating that Ethiopian GCEO expected the preliminary release of a report into the March 10 crash of its Boeing 737-8 MAX "maybe this week or
in Air Transport Ethiopian Airlines CEO issues statement
Posted 25 March 2019
Ethiopian Airlines CEO, Tewolde GebreMariam, has released a statement after the crash of Ethiopian Airlines flight 302.
in Air Transport INTRO Aviation partners Corsair for future growth
Posted 22 March 2019
Convinced of the growth and development potential of the French long-haul airline Corsair, INTRO Aviation, the German private aviation company, has decided to become the main shareholder, alongside TUI group. The announcement was
in Air Transport Ethiopian Airlines refutes ‘wrong reporting’
Posted 22 March 2019
Ethiopian Airlines has confirmed that Ethiopian pilots have completed the Boeing recommended and FAA approved differences training from the B-737 NG aircraft to the B-737 MAX aircraft before the phase in of the B-737-800 MAX fleet to the
in Air Transport / Features Africa joins the Nexus jet set
Posted 21 March 2019
Saudi Arabian-based Nexus is rapidly gaining a reputation throughout Africa for service excellence. Now, as Alan Dron reports, it is being courted by a number of different countries on the continent.
in Air Transport Boeing CEO releases a statement on ‘safety’
Posted 19 March 2019
Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg has released a message to airlines, passengers and the aviation community following the recent losses of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 and Lion Air Flight 610.
in Air Transport Boeing CEO issues statement on Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 accident investigation
Posted 18 March 2019
Boeing Chairman, President and CEO Dennis Muilenburg has issued a statement regarding the report from Ethiopian Transport Minister Dagmawit Moges.
in Air Transport / Features Uganda flies the flag again
Posted 18 March 2019
Uganda is rejoining the club of countries with national airlines as it seeks to recapture some of the revenue currently being taken by foreign carriers. Alan Dron reports.
in Air Transport Boeing 737 MAX 8 grounding could impact on international e-commerce and parcels
Posted 18 March 2019
The grounding of the world’s entire Boeing 737 Max 8 fleet could mean delays to overseas freight, warns the international delivery expert ParcelHero.
in Air Transport Ethiopian Airlines flight ET 302 flight recorder sent to Paris for investigation
Posted 14 March 2019
An Ethiopian delegation led by Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) has flown the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) and Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) to Paris, France for investigation.
in Air Transport / Features How to unleash the power of Africa through aerospace
Posted 14 March 2019
Africa has still not realised the full benefits of aviation, according to a panel of industry experts. Alan Dron finds out more at the launch of a new report setting out the sector’s potential to drive the continent’s economic and social
in Air Transport Boeing releases statement on 737 MAX operations
Posted 13 March 2019
Boeing has issued a statement on the operations of its 737 MAX aircraft.
in Air Transport / Features Ocean partnership on crest of the waves
Posted 12 March 2019
French airline, Air Austral, and local carrier, Air Madagascar, are continuing with their transformation plans – formalised in November 2017 – that are designed to develop their strategic partnership.
in Air Transport Ethiopian Airlines grounds all B-737-8 MAX fleet as Black Box is found
Posted 11 March 2019
Ethiopian Airlines has announced it has decided to ground all its B-737-8 MAX fleet.
in Air Transport Ethiopian Airlines flight ET 302 from Addis Ababa to Nairobi crashes
Posted 10 March 2019
Ethiopian Airlines has confirmed that its flight ET 302/10 from Addis Ababa to Nairobi was involved in an accident today around Bishoftu (Debre Zeit).
in Air Transport Air Senegal first African carrier to take delivery of A330neo
Posted 9 March 2019
Air Senegal has taken delivery of its first A330-900 from Airbus’ production line in Toulouse.
in Air Transport African airlines saw January traffic rise 5.1%, up from 3.8% in December
Posted 7 March 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for January 2019 showing traffic (revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 6.5% compared to January 2018.
in Air Transport / Features Give Peace a chance
Posted 4 March 2019
Against an unfriendly operating environment, characterised by multiple airport charges, tough competition and aggravating aero-politics, four-year-old Air Peace remains Nigeria’s fastest growing airline. Chukwu Emeke found out more from Air Peace chairman, Allen
in Air Transport IATA: Cooperation key to keeping aviation secure
Posted 28 February 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on industry and governments to work together more closely to keep aviation secure in the face of evolving security threats and the forecast doubling of passenger demand to reach
in Air Transport / Features Figuring out the reasons for Africa's weight loss
Posted 27 February 2019
Media reports of sharp contractions in Africa’s air cargo market are not all they seem, reports Alan Dron.
