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Airbus has appointed Christian Scherer, 56, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), replacing Eric Schulz, who has decided to leave the company for personal reasons. Christian Scherer will start his new assignment with immediate effect. He will report to Airbus Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tom Enders. Tom Enders, Airbus CEO, says: “With Christian Scherer we see one of our most customer-focused leaders …
Boeing and Air Peace of Nigeria today announced a new order for ten 737 MAX 8 airplanes during a signing ceremony in Lagos. Air Peace already operates Boeing 737s between major cities in Central and West Africa. The airline, which recently added Boeing 777s to its fleet, is looking to soon launch its international flight operations. “We are excited to …
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) says that the Total Radar Coverage of Nigeria (TRACON), project is working optimally. NAMA explains that the spare parts for the facility are regularly sourced from the manufacturer, Thales of France when required. Mr. Khalid Emele, the General Manager, Public Affairs, NAMA stresses that NAMA regularly receives spare parts from Thales of France since …
The Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA) and M/s. Peja East Africa of Netherlands have signed the contract for supply and installation of Instrumental Landing System (ILS) for Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (AAKIA). The TCAA also signed contract with Zanzibar Building Agency (ZBA) which is awarded the consultancy services for design and supervision of construction of infrastructures and related services …
The 2018 edition of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Safety Report released recently provides a high level summary of ICAO’s safety initiatives and achievements to enhance aviation safety in 2017, along with key safety performance indicators pertaining to the 2013–2017 time period. ICAO works in partnership with the international aviation community to improve safety, with an emphasis on improving …
PasssionAir, a new domestic carrier, has taken delivery of its first 78–seater aircraft, Bombardier Q400 turboprop, as it prepares to commence domestic operations in the country. The arrival of the airline will provide passengers travelling on the domestic routes with options and increased flexibility. In his remarks, Mr. John Attafuah, Managing Director of Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), expresses delight …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced industry performance statistics for 2017, stating that air passenger numbers in Africa has risen by 6.6% from what it was in 2016. IATA in its World Air Transport Statistics released recently states that Africa has 88.5 million passengers in 2017 which is up 6.6% over 2016. IATA states that worldwide annual air …
Bombardier has announced the appointment of Mr. Alain Rondeau as Senior Vice President, Legal Services, Bombardier Inc., effective immediately. Mr. Alain Rondeau succeeds Mr. Daniel Desjardins who retires as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, Bombardier Inc., effective December 31, 2018. Over the next four months, Mr. Desjardins will focus on a smooth transition of responsibilities to Mr. …
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted Boeing’s KC-46 tanker program a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC), verifying that its refueling and mission avionics systems meet FAA requirements. The milestone marks completion of KC-46 FAA certification. To receive its STC, Boeing’s team completed a series of lab, ground and flight tests, which commenced in 2015. As part of the required …
In response to the rapid growth of the drone and Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) market worldwide, Airports Council International (ACI) World has today launched a policy paper on drones providing informed and practical recommendations for airports. Drone operations are expected to soon surpass the number of manned aircraft operations and airport operators have a vested interest in the development …
