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The Managing Director, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, has reaffirmed “the agency’s commitment to supporting the Nigerian Army in enhancing its Air Transport Operations.” FAAN said: “Mrs. Kuku gave the assurance during a meeting with senior officers from the Nigerian Army Corps of Supply and Transport in Lagos. The Army delegation was led by the Corps …
The Nigeria Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, SAN has signed a Working Together Agreement with aircraft manufacturer, Airbus to boost aviation growth in Nigeria. A statement by the Special Adviser to the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Olugbenga Saka, said: “At the invitation of Airbus, following Nigeria’s recent policy achievements and remarkable …
In a bid to improve access to aircraft for Nigeria’s airlines, the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, has confirmed the establishment of a Nigerian Aircraft Leasing Company by the Federal Government of Nigeria. A statement by the Special Adviser to the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Ms. Janet Oputa said the development was …
The Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB) has announced that “Botswana Air Access warmly welcomes the successful launch of Proflight Zambia’s 3x-per-week, seasonal Lusaka–Livingstone–Maun service.” CEO, Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB), Captain Thuto Toise said: “We are delighted to welcome Proflight Zambia’s entry into Botswana’s international network. This milestone marks a significant step forward for both our nations. Every …
Ethiopian Airlines has been recognised at the 2026 APEX Passenger Choice Award as the Best Airline in Africa. The airline says, this is “a recognition that reflects the confidence and loyalty of passengers who continue to choose the airline across its global network.” Ethiopian Airlines said: “The award highlights Ethiopian Airlines’ steady focus on delivering a smooth, comfortable, and dependable …
Aircraft manufacturer, Boeing has confirmed that the Egypt’s national carrier, EgyptAir has taken “delivery of its first 737 MAX. The 737-8 is the first of 18 airplanes leased from SMBC Aviation Capital to be delivered and represents the first 737 MAX in Egypt.” Chairman and CEO of EgyptAir Holding Company, Captain Ahmed Adel said: “By integrating the 737-8 into our …
Aircraft manufacturer, Airbus has appointed “Eric Kirstetter as Executive Vice President Strategy, effective 18 May. He will succeed Matthieu Louvot, who was recently nominated as CEO of Airbus Helicopters. Joining from global strategy consulting firm Roland Berger, Eric Kirstetter will report in his new role to Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury.” Airbus CEO, Guillaume Faury said: “Eric is joining Airbus at …
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has announced that “South Africa reached another aviation safety milestone, achieving a preliminary result of 95.12% following an audit conducted by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).” SACAA says, “the ICAO Coordinated Validation Mission (ICVM) is an on-site follow up activity by the United Nations’ specialised agency to assess a State’s progress since …
Regional aircraft lessor, TrueNoord, has announced that “infrastructure investor, Arcus Infrastructure Partners, has entered into definitive documentation to take a c. 74% share of the business, and founding investor Freshstream has agreed to re-invest to hold the remainder.” The aircraft lessor says, “this is a significant step in the organisation’s growth and will underpin future aircraft portfolio acquisitions with stable …
Aircraft manufacturer, Embraer’s Praetor 600E has earned “triple certification from Brazil’s Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC—Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil), the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration), and EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency).” According to Embraer, “the certification follows the unveiling of the new aircraft, alongside the Praetor 500E, in February 2026, when both were introduced as the first evolution of the …
