Ethiopian Airlines has announced “its plan to launch a new thrice-weekly passenger service to Lyon, France, via Geneva, Switzerland, starting from 02 July 2026.” According to the airline, “With the addition of Lyon, Ethiopian Airlines will expand its network in France to three destinations, alongside Paris and Marseille, further strengthening its presence in the country and across Europe, while enhancing …
Royal Air Maroc Cargo Strengthens Its African Network With Casablanca-Dakar Service
The cargo division of Morocco’s national carrier, Royal Air Maroc Cargo has “launched a new dedicated freighter route between Casablanca and Dakar (CMN–DSS).” According to the cargo carrier, “Operated by a Boeing 767 freighter offering 45 tons of capacity, this weekly Friday service strengthens the airline’s role as a strategic connector between North and West Africa.” Royal Air Maroc Cargo …
Kenya Airways Appoints Capt. Kamal Ag. CEO, As Kilavuka Exits Company
The Board of Directors of Kenya’s national carrier, Kenya Airways Plc (KQ) has announced a leadership change with the appointment Captain George Kamal, the Company’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), as Acting GMD/CEO effective 16 December, 2025. “The Board will concurrently initiate a competitive recruitment process to appoint a substantive successor”, says the airline. KQ announced that Mr. Allan Kilavuka “will …
Airlink’s New Embraer E195-E2 Aircraft Enters Service
Southern Africa carrier, Airlink’s has ushered into service its new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft in time for the Christmas and New Year rush, with its inaugural flight, number 4Z 553, from the airline’s main base at O.R. Tambo International Airport to Durban’s King Shaka International Airport. Airlink says it is “the first carrier in Southern Africa to operate the state-of-the-art E195-E2s, …
Overland Airways Recommences Flights From Ibadan To Abuja
Nigeria’s leading domestic airline, Overland Airways has announced “the recommencement of flight services from Samuel Ladoke Akintola International Airport, Ibadan to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.” Effective December 23, 2025 Overland Airways says it will “commence three weekly services from Ibadan to Abuja on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Flights will depart Abuja to Ibadan by 1030am and Ibadan to Abuja …
Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority Certifies Port-Harcourt And Kano Airports
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has certified the Obafemi Awolowo International Airport, Port Harcourt and the Aminu Kano International Airports, a move which enhances the safety profile of the two aerodromes. The certification was announced at a ceremony at the NCAA headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria. The certification of the two aerodromes also boosts the confidence of operators into those …
Exploring The Feasibility Of Sustainable Aviation Fuel In Nigeria: Challenges, Opportunities And Strategic Insights
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 …
Nigeria’s First International Airshow: A Historic Success
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 …
Nigeria CAA Launches EMPIC Digital Personnel Licensing/Aeromedical System
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 …
Air Côte d’Ivoire Orders Four Embraer E175s
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 …










