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Bell Textron Inc. has signed a purchase agreement with the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) for seven Bell 407GXis “for utility operations, including high voltage powerline maintenance, emergency management and operational support.” According to Bell Textron, the purchase agreement was announced during the VAI Verticon 2026. Managing Director, Middle East and Africa, Tim Evans said: “Bell is proud to …
Angola’s national carrier, TAAG Angola Airlines has received at the “Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ) in Luanda, a new Airbus A220-300, registration D2-TAL, which joins the national carrier’s fleet under a leasing arrangement.” TAAG confirms “this delivery marks the sixth A220-300 aircraft to join TAAG’s fleet and the second aircraft received during the first quarter of 2026.” The …
Turboprop aircraft lessor, Abelo has leased two new ATR72-600 aircraft to Ethiopian Airlines Group for operations by its partner airline, Air Congo. According to Abelo, “the delivery of the aircraft is a significant step towards supporting Air Congo’s growth and network expansion.” Chief Executive Officer, Abelo, Stephen Gorman said it was “honoured to have been selected by Ethiopian Airlines Group …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched “DG Digital, IATA’s digital Dangerous Goods Declaration solution, as a feature of DG AutoCheck.” IATA says, “the new tool fully digitalizes the creation and approval of shippers’ declarations for more than 3,800 dangerous items—from lithium batteries to explosives and chemicals. This results in faster document sharing, improved safety, and a significant reduction …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has highlighted three priorities for the global air cargo industry. IATA identified these priorities as “Accelerating digitalization, strengthening global standards, and enhancing safety and security.” At the opening of the IATA World Cargo Symposium (WCS) held in Lima, Peru, IATA’s Global Head of Cargo, Brendan Sullivan said: “Air cargo plays a critical role in connecting businesses …
Skyway Aviation Handling Company PLC (SAHCO) hosted “its Partners, Clients and Stakeholders to a special Ramadan Iftar lecture and dinner as part of activities to mark the holy month of Ramadan.” According to the Ground Handling company, “the event served as an opportunity to strengthen relationships within the aviation industry while reflecting on the values of faith, discipline, ethical conduct, …
German aircraft manufacturer, Deutsche Aircraft has appointed Nils Heuer as Director of Global Sales.” The aircraft manufacture says, in his new role, “Nils will lead the global sales organisation for the civil regional aviation market and the multi-role/special mission segment, driving the company’s commercial expansion as the D328eco® advances toward key milestones.” According to Deutsche Aircraft, “this appointment strengthens Deutsche …
Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN has directed the implementation of a hybrid payment system that allows the use of both cash and card payments at all airports access gates to ease payment arrangements. The recently introduced cashless payment options at airport access gates had led to chaos at the airports leading to its suspension. …
Hexcel Corporation has congratulated Dassault Aviation on “the successful roll-out of the Falcon 10X, marking a major advancement for this next generation business jet.” According to Hexcel Corporation, “this milestone underscores the enduring partnership between Hexcel and Dassault. Hexcel chosen in 2022 to supply structural prepregs for the entire wing of Falcon 10X program.” Chairman, CEO & President of Hexcel, Tom Gentile …
Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Barrister Festus Keyamo SAN has ordered a two-month suspension of the enforcement and collection of helicopter landing fees across Nigeria. This order was given after meeting with “the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri and his team from the oil industry, including the CEO of the Nigerian Upstream …
