By Joe McDermott Constant Change It’s always a changing world; it does not matter what the year is, nothing stays the same. But in business aviation things can change really rapidly! Take the dreaded Corona Virus, COVID-19, for instance. Well it crept up on us very quickly. It’s a version of the annual flu but slightly more dangerous …
Airbus A400M Transports Masks To Spain In Support Of COVID-19 Crisis Efforts
Airbus has stated that an Airbus A400M airlifter has performed an air-bridge between Toulouse and Madrid in order to deliver critically-needed mask supplies to the Spanish health system. The aircraft, known as MSN56 and operated by an Airbus crew, took off on 23rd March 2020 from Airbus’ headquarters in Toulouse at 18.07 local time (CET) landing at the Getafe …
ICAO Secretary General Contributes To WEF2020 Discussions On 21st Century Mobility, Unmanned Aircraft Applications, Cleaner Skies
Addressing the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos mid-January, ICAO Secretary General, Dr. Fang Liu, contributed to a range of WEF sessions on topics relating to drones and urban air mobility, medical applications for unmanned aircraft including emergency supply deliveries and epidemic control, and current and future aviation emissions reduction efforts. A main theme highlighted throughout her contributions was …
SITA – Robust IT Penetration Key To Drive Africa’s Future
As IT innovation gathers speed in the global aviation industry, Africa’s projected growth makes it even more imperative that the continent must enhance its adoption of technology to drive operational efficiency and improved passenger satisfaction. Aneesh Jaikrishna, Vice-President for India and Sub-Continent, SITA, explains in this exclusive interview with Aviation & Allied Business how Africa is gearing towards new …
PUBLISHER’S NOTE
2019 is a significant year in Africa’s aviation history, marking the 50th anniversary of the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC), the 60th anniversary of Agency for Aerial Navigation Safety in Africa and Madagascar (ASECNA) as well as the 20th anniversary of the Yamoussoukro Decision (YD), and of course, the 75th anniversary of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The African …
ASECNA’s 60 Years Of Exemplary Air Traffic Management Innovation
ASECNA To Launch Revolutionary ADS-B January 1, 2020 By Roland Ohaeri Worthy Examples In its 60 years of excellence, the Agency for Aerial Navigation Safety in Africa and Madagascar (ASECNA) has shown two outstanding examples in Africa’s and global civil aviation. Firstly, ASECNA demonstrated the benefits of cooperation, collaboration and coordination as an institution founded on pooled …
China’s Airlines, Airports Take Aviation To Next Level
Airlines and airports in China are moving to another level of passenger service. They are embracing artificial intelligence and automation to provide the hyper-personalized self-service experience their passengers are demanding. According to the SITA 2019 China IT Insights, shared November 28, 2019, China’s airlines and airports are using these technologies to expand mobile services and automating the journey with self-service …
GECAS Orders 12 A330neo, 20 A321XLR Aircraft
Airbus has announced that GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS), the commercial aircraft leasing and financing arm of General Electric, has signed a firm order for 12 highly efficient wide-body Airbus A330neos and 20 long-range single-aisle A321XLRs. The agreement for the A321XLR includes an order for 13 new planes and the upsizing of seven A321s in its existing backlog. The latest …
11TH Anniversary: Dana Air Serenade, Reward Passengers With Gifts
Nigerian carrier, Dana Air, on Sunday celebrated the 11th anniversary of its flight operations by rewarding customers with various gifts ranging from free tickets to souvenirs. The Chief Operating Officer, Mr Obi Mbanuzuo ,while speaking at a brief ceremony in Lagos said that the airline would never have made it this far but for its loyal guests and staff who …
Airbus to Showcase ‘Future of Flight’ at Dubai Airshow 2019
At the Dubai Airshow, which runs from 17-21 November 2019, Airbus will showcase its wide range of innovative technologies, products and services from market leading commercial and military aircraft to helicopters and space systems. The Dubai Airshow is an important platform for Airbus to highlight its best-in-class products and innovative services to customers. Airbus’ continued participation at the largest aviation …