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Nigerian carrier, Ibom Air is celebrating its 4th year anniversary today June 7, 2023. Reflecting on the journey so far, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Ibom Air, Mr. George Uriesi, says, “It is with immense pride that we celebrate Ibom Air’s 4th anniversary today. Over the past four years, we have witnessed tremendous growth, exceeding our business plan projections …
“This year, Uganda Airlines pledges to open its doors of hospitality, warmth, and service to all delegates of the 55th AFRAA-AGA. This will be no ordinary General Assembly; it will be exciting and engaging, with many learnings drawn from industry developments.” “I believe that this year’s Annual General Assembly will embark on a journey to address these issues and fragility …
Ethiopian Airlines is celebrating the 50th year of the launch of its service to the UK in April 1973. The airline’s’ inaugural flight arrived in London-Heathrow on a Boeing 720-B commencing with two flights a week. The flight was originally operated via Cairo, Rome and Frankfurt with First Class and Economy Class. Today, Ethiopian offers daily non-stop A350 Airbus flights …
Airlink has successfully completed the novation of two Embraer E190AR aircraft on long-term operating lease from TrueNoord. These assets are part of TrueNoord’s recent portfolio acquisition of 10 aircraft from Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC), which brings new lessee airlines including Airlink from South Africa amongst others, into the business. The aircraft, which are based in Cape Town and Johannesburg, fly …
Kenya Airways PLC (KQ) and China Southern Airlines (CZ) have renewed their interline agreement following the return of international travel to/from China. The agreement will assist in restoring connectivity for both airlines’ passengers to points on the respective carriers’ networks via Nairobi, Guangzhou and Shanghai using a single ticket and one baggage policy. The reciprocal agreement enhances the connectivity options …
Airlink has launched a new daily Johannesburg-Nairobi service, becoming the first private sector airline to compete on the route. Airlink says it entry into the SA-Kenya market provides greater choices for business and leisure travellers flying between the two major regional markets. The new service will benefit from Airlink’s extensive network across Southern Africa and worldwide “through Airlink’s constellation of …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA), on Wednesday, 12th April 2023, formally presented Ibom Air with its Operational Safety Audit Certificate. The certificate was received by the Ibom Airlines Limited management team, led by the CEO, Mfon Udom, at the Ibom Air headquarters in Uyo, Akwa-Ibom state from IATA representatives Dr. Samson Fatokun, Area Manager, West & Central Africa, and …
“In light of Africa’s vast landmass, its population accounting for 16% of the world population, and its low share of global trade of 2%, the continent is an excellent opportunity to develop air transport. However, as a market, Africa’s share over several decades has remained stagnant at less than 3% of the world market – it is time to take …
Africa’s largest airline, Ethiopian Airlines is celebrating the 50th year of the commencement of its service to China. The Airline made its first flight to Shanghai on 21 February 1973 and operated there for a while before moving its flights to Beijing on 07 November 1973, which is one of its very popular destinations in Asia. Ethiopian Airlines is the …
Rwandair Hosts AFRAA For The CEOs Dialogues Session The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) Secretary General, Mr. Abdérahmane Berthé, met RwandAir Chief Executive Officer – Ms. Yvonne Manzi Makolo and RwandAir Leadership at RwandAir Headoffice in Kigali, Rwanda for the “AFRAA Member Airline CEOs Leadership Dialogues”. This meeting marks the second edition of the AFRAA CEO Dialogues for 2023. The CEO …
