By Monday Ukoha COVID 19 has changed the global air transport industry in many ways. Whereas the aviation industry is witnessing increased digitalistion across its length and breadth spurred by the recovery, staff shortages persist in several subsects of the industry and the Air Traffic Management sector has not been spared which has led to inefficiencies in air traffic management. …
Ethiopian Airlines Increases Korea-Africa Services
Ethiopian Airlines Group will increase its weekly passenger flights to Seoul, Republic of Korea, to six, effective October 28, 2023. The airline says it “will deploy the latest Airbus A350-900 aircraft on the route.” According to the airline, “The increase in the frequency follows fruitful discussions between the aeronautical authorities of Korea and Ethiopia. The additional flights are evidence of …
NAMA Prepares For ICAO Audit
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has displayed its readiness for the the upcoming International Civil Aviation (ICAO) Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP) expected to commence by the end of August. NAMA says “it has conducted validation flights of Instrument Flight Procedures at all the international airports in the country to ensure compliance with ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices …
Ibom Air & CemAir Amongst 11 Airlines To Join IATA In 2023
Nigerian airline, Ibom Air has become the latest member of the International Air Transport Association – IATA. Ibom Air and South Africa-based carrier CemAir are 2 African airlines to have joined IATA in 2023. According to IATA, “a total of 11 airlines have joined the association in 2023. These airlines include; Nigerian carrier Ibom Air, South African carrier Cem Air, …
SAA Codeshares With Lufthansa and Swiss Airlines
South African Airways (SAA) customers can now fly to Frankfurt and connect to a host of European destinations courtesy of its new codeshare with Lufthansa Airlines. The airline says “The agreement allows customers to book a long-haul trip with SAA to European destinations serviced by Lufthansa from Johannesburg.” SAA also announced that once regulatory approval is granted, “Swiss Airlines …
ALC Leases Five Aircraft To Royal Air Maroc
North African carrier, Royal Air Maroc has leased Five aircraft from Air Lease Corporation. Air Lease Corporation says the deal covers “long-term lease contracts for five Boeing 737 aircraft with Royal Air Maroc (RAM), including four new Boeing 737-8s and one Boeing 737-800. The lessor adds that the new aircraft are scheduled for delivery to RAM in 2024. “ALC is …
Cybersecurity in the Nigerian Aviation Industry: Challenges, Risks, and Mitigation Strategies
The Nigerian aviation industry’s growth over the years has been on a downward trajectory inspite of the indicative huge spend in technology and digitalization across the aviation ecosystem giving rise to the increasing reliance on technology and digital systems. However, these investments in technology also bring along cybersecurity risks that could significantly impact the industry’s operations and reputation. As cyber …
It is Time to Rebuild Passenger Confidence in Checked Baggage
Recently, I was on a flight that was severely delayed with most passengers trying to bring their luggage into the cabin. There was simply no space on board. The flight ended up leaving more than an hour late. No doubt fears of their bags being misplaced or long delays waiting at the baggage carousel were weighing heavily on most passengers’ …
Ethiopian Adds London-Gatwick To Its UK Network
Ethiopian Airlines, has announced the commencement of its thrice weekly services to/from London-Gatwick starting from November 21, 2023. With this ET now serves Heathrow, Gatwick and Manchester airports in the UK. Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew said: “The new service by Ethiopian will offer a direct flight between London-Gatwick and Addis Ababa onboard Airbus A350 with Business Class …
Drones Are Making The Difference In Africa
Astral Aerial Solutions is a UAV technology company that provides drone solutions in various sectors and industries. In this exclusive interview with Aviation & Allied Business, Mr. Kush Gadhia, Chief Executive Officer, Astral Aeriel Solutions discussed drone technology, advantages, evolution, regulations, challenges and its uses in aviation and other sectors. Q: Your parent company Astral Aviation is engaged in …