The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its 2024 Annual Safety Report. The report shows that the industry “delivered another year of strong overall performance on safety including showing improvements on the five-year average for several key parameters, but it took a step back from an exceptional performance in 2023.” According to the report, for Africa, “with 10 accidents …
Airports Council International (ACI) World has unveiled its “Airport Traffic Forecasts 2024–2053, projecting significant long-term growth in global passenger traffic.” ACI World says “over the next three decades, global passenger numbers are expected to reach 17.7 billion by 2043 and 22.3 billion by 2053, the later nearly 2.4 times the projected volume for 2024.” According to ACI World, “The new …
For the second consecutive year, Qatar Airways has sponsored “Web Summit Qatar debuting revolutionary travel AI tools and announcing its four-year long-term commitment as the Official Lifestyle and Travel Partner of the yearly event.” Qatar Airways opened the event with “its latest innovations including Sama’s AI Booking, Dream Destination – The Pulse, QVerse Multi-Sensory Experience, AI Menu, Privilege Club Collection, and …
SITA has released its findings of the 2024 Air Transport IT Insights survey conducted with airport operators worldwide. According to SITA, “The report of the survey reveals how airlines and airports are increasing investment in cybersecurity, biometrics, and sustainable IT solutions”, the African aviation sector inclusive. According to Mr. Selim Bouri, President for Middle East & Africa (MEA), SITA: “Passenger …
ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa, a wholly owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation has “completed its first engine accessory gearbox (AGB) replacement on a Bombardier Challenger 604.” According to the Execujet, its “MRO Services’ engine shop, a GE authorized service centre, installed overhauled AGBs and completed the work on-wing, thus reducing the aircraft’s downtime. The engine work was carried out when …
Emirates SkyCargo has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Astral Aviation, the leading air cargo airline in Africa “to explore ways to boost global trade to and from the continent.” The partnership according to Emirates SkyCargo, “underscores the growing prominence of Africa as a competitive player in world trade.” Both airlines bring particular experience in handling sensitive cargo, such as …
The Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria says it has received with gratitude “Mr President’s appointment of Dr Ismaila Danjuma Adamu PhD as the substantive Rector/Chief Executive of NCAT.” In a statement by Dr. Jude Amadi, the Director of Information for NCAT said: “the very rich profile and pedigree of the new Rector/CE lends eloquent credence to Mr President, …
Aircraft manufacturer, Airbus has reported its “consolidated Full-Year (FY) 2024 financial results and provided guidance for 2025.” The result highlighted the revenues, orders and backlogs for the year 2024. According to Guillaume Faury, Airbus Chief Executive Officer, the company has “achieved strong order intake across all businesses in 2024, with a book-to-bill well above 1, confirming the solid demand for …
The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) has called on “States, Aircraft Operators and other stakeholders to enhance support for air crash victims and their families.” On the occasion of the International Day Commemorating Air Crash Victims and their Families usually marked February 20, 2025, the ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano said: “Recent tragic events in our skies serve as stark reminders …
Kenya Airways (KQ) has expanded its fleet with “the addition of a Boeing 737-800, growing its fleet to 35 aircraft.” According to the airline, this addition “underscores the airline’s commitment to increase capacity, enhance operational efficiency, and meet the growing demand for air travel across its network.” KQ says the aircraft which was acquired from ‘Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has …
