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By Daniel Obaba Daniel Obaba is a Canada-based Nigerian high school student living in Canada. Now in his finals, he hopes to study Aerospace Engineering in the university. Over the past few years, Daniel has built a strong passion for aviation, engineering, and research, while also growing as a student-leader and athlete. Air transportation is a major source of transportation …
By Aminat Bakare Nigeria marked a major milestone in its aviation history with the successful hosting of its first-ever International Airshow, held from December 2 – 4, 2025, at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The event, which attracted over 3,000 attendees and over 60 exhibitors ranging from airlines, aviation equipment manufacturers and stakeholders amongst others revealed that the nation is …
The Directorate of Aerodrome and Airspace Standards (DAAS) of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has launched “the go-live and operationalization of the EMPIC Personnel Licensing/Medical (PEL/MED) Digital Licensing System.” The Director-General, Civil Aviation (DGCA), Capt. Chris Najomo said: “The transition forms part of a broader digital transformation project within the Authority’s safety regulatory mandate, emphasising its positive impact on …
Aircraft manufacturer, Embraer has confirmed that Air Côte d’Ivoire, the national carrier of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, has “signed a firm order for four Embraer E175 aircraft, with eight additional purchase rights, as part of its fleet modernisation and regional expansion strategy. The aircraft will be configured with 76 seats in a two-class layout – 12 in Business Class …
Uganda has been confirmed as “the host of the International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers’ Associations (IFATCA) Global Conference in 2027.” The announcement was delivered on behalf of the Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala, by the Deputy Director General of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), Ms. Olive Birungi Lumonya, during the 36th IFATCA Africa and …
TAAG recognises and values the strategic contribution of Human Capital to the airline growth, development and sustainability, as well as collaboratively reinforcing team spirit and a sense of belonging among employees, promoting a People-centred organisational culture. Attracting, educating, and retaining the next generation of aviation professionals is a high priority for TAAG and a key indicator for the current strategic …
Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has welcomed “the inaugural flight marking Delta Air Lines’ resumption of its Atlanta-Accra-Atlanta service.” A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at the boarding gate at Kotoka International Airport to commemorate this significant occasion. In attendance at the ribbon-cutting ceremony was GACL Managing Director, Mrs. Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare, Director-General, Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), Rev. Stephen …
The Managing Director of Boeing Africa, Mr. Henok Teferra Shawl in an exclusive interview with Aviation & Allied Business Journal at the 57th AFRAA AGA held in Luanda, Angola discussed the supply chain challenges, MRO facilities in Africa, Cape Town Convention, development and deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for African airlines, the implementation of SAATM and Boeing’s collaboration with …
Central African carrier, FlyGabon has emerged president of the African Airlines Association, (AFRAA). At the conclusion of the 57TH AFRAA Annual General Assembly with the theme: “Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa” in Luanda, Angola, FlyGabon was elected President of the Association until the end of the 58th AGA. Kenya Airways was elected Chairperson of AFRAA Executive Committee with TunisAir as First …
African Airlines have been plagued by many challenges over the years. From small and aging fleet to inability to attract capital, loss of qualified personnel, and inability to sustain services, amongst others. Since COVID 19, the sector has had to grapple with additional challenges including delays in aircraft deliveries, extended AOGs due to supply chain issues. Add to the now …
