Flight Safety Foundation Announces Nominations For Leadership And Innovation Awards
The Flight Safety Foundation (FSF) has announced that “nominations are now open for Flight Safety…
May 14
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FAAN Assures Nigerian Army Of Support For Welfare Flights, Logistics Expansion
The Managing Director, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs.…
Nigeria And Airbus Sign Working Together Agreement
The Nigeria Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr.…
Nigeria Establishes Aircraft Leasing Company
In a bid to improve access to aircraft for Nigeria’s…
Botswana Air Access Welcomes Proflight Zambia’s Flights Connecting Lusaka, Livingstone And Maun
The Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB) has announced that…
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Lufthansa Exercises Option To Acquire A Majority Stake In ITA Airways
Deutsche Lufthansa has announced that “the Deutsche Lufthansa AG will exercise its option to acquire a majority stake in ITA…
May 13
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Botswana Air Access Welcomes Proflight Zambia’s Flights Connecting Lusaka, Livingstone And Maun
The Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB) has announced that “Botswana Air Access warmly welcomes the successful launch of Proflight…
May 5
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Ethiopian Airlines Clinches Best Airline In Africa At 2026 APEX Passenger Choice Award
Ethiopian Airlines has been recognised at the 2026 APEX Passenger Choice Award as the Best Airline in Africa. The airline…
May 5
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EgyptAir Takes Delivery Of First Boeing 737 MAX Jet Leased From SMBC Aviation Capital
Aircraft manufacturer, Boeing has confirmed that the Egypt’s national carrier, EgyptAir has taken “delivery of its first 737 MAX. The…
May 5
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Ethiopian Airlines And Visa Collaborate To Rollout Co‑Branded Card Payments Options
Ethiopian Airlines (ET) and digital payments company Visa have signed “an agreement to support the rollout and growth of Visa…
April 29
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Madagascar Airlines Unveils Lounge And Agency At Ivato Airport’s New Terminal
Madagascar Airlines has unveiled its new Business Lounge and the Madagascar Airlines Agency at the inauguration of the new National…
April 28
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Airport News
Airports Company South Africa Appoints Mr. Charles Shilowa As Acting CEO
The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has appointed Mr. Charles Shilowa as acting Chief Executive…
May 15
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ZACL Signs Strategic MoU With Copperbelt University To Drive Digital Transformation With ERP Development
The Zambia Airports Corporation Limited (ZACL) has signed “a Memorandum…
Madagascar Airlines Unveils Lounge And Agency At Ivato Airport’s New Terminal
Madagascar Airlines has unveiled its new Business Lounge and the…
Kenya Airports Authority Appoints Mr. Moses Wekesa As Managing Director
Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has announced that “the Board of…
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Airports Company South Africa Appoints Mr. Charles Shilowa As Acting CEO
The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has appointed Mr. Charles Shilowa as acting Chief Executive Officer as the tenure of…
May 15
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Nigeria CAA Grants Air Operator Certificate To Pioneer Airlines To Commence Non-Scheduled Flights
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has granted an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) to the Bayelsa State-owned airline, Pioneer Airlines…
May 14
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NiMet And CBN Sign Landmark MoU On Data Sharing To Improve Economic Decision-Making
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Charles Anosike has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central Bank of…
May 14
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Nigeria CAA Launches New Digital Drone Regulation Portal
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has launched the Drone (Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)/Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) Portal, “a…
May 14
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Flight Safety Foundation Announces Nominations For Leadership And Innovation Awards
The Flight Safety Foundation (FSF) has announced that “nominations are now open for Flight Safety Foundation’s Jerome Lederer Safety Leadership…
May 14
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Lufthansa Exercises Option To Acquire A Majority Stake In ITA Airways
Deutsche Lufthansa has announced that “the Deutsche Lufthansa AG will exercise its option to acquire a majority stake in ITA…
May 13
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ZACL Signs Strategic MoU With Copperbelt University To Drive Digital Transformation With ERP Development
The Zambia Airports Corporation Limited (ZACL) has signed “a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Copperbelt University aimed at supporting…
May 13
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FAAN Assures Nigerian Army Of Support For Welfare Flights, Logistics Expansion
The Managing Director, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, has reaffirmed “the agency’s commitment to supporting the…
May 6
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Nigeria And Airbus Sign Working Together Agreement
The Nigeria Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, SAN has signed a Working Together Agreement with…
May 5
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Nigeria Establishes Aircraft Leasing Company
In a bid to improve access to aircraft for Nigeria’s airlines, the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus…
May 5
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Botswana Air Access Welcomes Proflight Zambia’s Flights Connecting Lusaka, Livingstone And Maun
The Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB) has announced that “Botswana Air Access warmly welcomes the successful launch of Proflight…
May 5
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Ethiopian Airlines Clinches Best Airline In Africa At 2026 APEX Passenger Choice Award
Ethiopian Airlines has been recognised at the 2026 APEX Passenger Choice Award as the Best Airline in Africa. The airline…
May 5
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EgyptAir Takes Delivery Of First Boeing 737 MAX Jet Leased From SMBC Aviation Capital
Aircraft manufacturer, Boeing has confirmed that the Egypt’s national carrier, EgyptAir has taken “delivery of its first 737 MAX. The…
May 5
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Airbus Appoints Eric Kirstetter As Executive Vice President Strategy
Aircraft manufacturer, Airbus has appointed “Eric Kirstetter as Executive Vice President Strategy, effective 18 May. He will succeed Matthieu Louvot,…
May 4
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South Africa Achieves 95.12% Score In ICAO ICVM Audit For Aviation Safety
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has announced that “South Africa reached another aviation safety milestone, achieving a preliminary…
May 4
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Aircraft Financing in Africa: How African Airlines Are Transforming Fleet Financing
By Tristan Brouard Africa’s aviation industry stands at a critical juncture. With a rapidly growing…
June 17
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Integrating Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (Drones) into Africa’s Air Traffic Management System
By Bakam Amin Baranzan Introduction Emerging as a transformative technology in Africa, drones offer cost-effective,…
August 29
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Aircraft Engine and Sustainable Aviation in Africa
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April 17
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Air Traffic Management in Africa: Post Covid-19 Opportunities
By Monday Ukoha COVID 19 has changed the global air transport industry in many ways.…
August 23
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Drones Are Making The Difference In Africa
Astral Aerial Solutions is a UAV technology company that provides drone solutions in various sectors…
August 14
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Improving Passenger Experience At African Airports
By Hani El-Assaad The past year saw a resurgence in demand for air travel to,…
February 10
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Airbus Drives Momentum In Sustainability, Leads Ambitious Moon And Hybrid Energy Research
Builds Global Partnerships, Capabilities For Future Sustainable Energy By Roland Ohaeri In…
December 16
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AFI Week Re-Ignites Africa’s Coordinated Capacity Building Efforts For Aviation
By Roland Ohaeri Unlocking Political Will Perhaps, the most outstanding outcome of the…
June 9
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COVID-19: How Well Have African Airlines Recovered?
By Roland Ohaeri Alliance In The Offing The big question as to whether Africa…
December 15
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Driving Safety Standards And Targets In The ESAF Region
Historically, the aviation industry in the ESAF Region was the envy of the world for…
October 18
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Strengthening Collaboration For Restart, Recovery And Future Skies
By Boni Dibate CANSO brings the world’s air navigation service providers, leading industry innovators…
August 20
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ATM: Is Single African Sky Realistic?
By Roland Ohaeri Individual And Coordinated Wins Recently, South Sudan announced it had taken…
August 20
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Africa’s Cargo Market And Opportunities In Aircraft Conversion
By Patrick Leopold Over the last couple of years, levels of air cargo within…
June 17
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Enhancing Financing Of Aviation Recovery From Within Africa
By Roland Ohaeri Uncertain Steps No one was expecting the magnitude of the COVID-19…
June 11
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Regional Connectivity Will Be Crucial To Getting The World Turning Again – ATR
From A Crisis, There Is Often An Opportunity The aviation industry is facing the longest…
May 5
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Policy News
Nigeria And Cameroon Sign Bilateral Aviation Safety And Rescue Agreement
Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, CON, led a high-level Nigerian delegation to Yaoundé, Cameroon…
February 28
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ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa Renews African CAAs And US FAA Approvals
Over 400 Business Aircraft Now Operating In Africa ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa has “successfully renewed its approvals from the…
November 24
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Kenya CAA Implements Online Personnel Licensing System
In a move aimed at eliminating duplication, improving efficiency and providing applicants with a faster and seamless service experience, Kenya…
September 23
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Sustainable Aviation Fuels: ICAO Launches Landmark Finvest Global Investment Portal
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) says it is partnering with International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) to drive financing for…
September 22
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EU Ban On Tanzanian Carriers: CAA Seeks To Resolve Safety Concerns
Following the European Commission’s “operating ban or operational restrictions within the European Union” to air carriers certified in Suriname and…
June 13
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Nigeria Signs Amended BASA Agreement With UAE
Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Hon. Festus Keyamo has “signed the amended Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) between…
February 11
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ICAO Records Ministerial Participation at 4th GISS
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) launched its fourth Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS) and had an “unprecedented ministerial participation,…
February 11
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Egyptian Airports Company Signs MoU with ABL to Support Decarbonization of Egyptian Aviation
The Egyptian Holding Company for Airports and Air Navigation (EHCAAN) and Global energy and marine consultancy ABL have signed a…
February 11
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ICAO Council Adopts New Standards And Recommended Practices For RPAS
The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) has adopted new aviation Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) which will “enhance safety and…
April 12
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Oneworld Alliance Joins IATA CO2 Connect
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Oneworld Alliance will work together in the field of CO2 emission calculations with…
December 19
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Featured
Dr. Alain St. Ange To Receive Prestigious Clevenard Global Award
African tourism leader and former Seychelles Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports & Marine, Dr.…
February 16
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How ‘Amazing Tanzania’ Recaptured Global Attention
When President Samia Suluhu Hassan steers a safari vehicle across the Serengeti in The Royal…
February 13
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BAGASOO: The Case For More Collaboration And Government Support
By Monday Ukoha Regional Collaboration Is Driving Safety Improvements Aviation safety in Africa has continued…
August 15
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) And The Future Of Air Traffic Management
By Dina Abd Elghany We have been told that the machine now thinks, feels, decides,…
August 14
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New Horizons In African Aviation: Insights Into Air Cargo Trends, Challenges, And Growth
By Peter Kerins Changes in African Cargo Demand The International Air Transport Association (IATA) data…
April 17
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Aviation In Egypt: Women Breaking Barriers
By Dina Abd Elghany Women are the essence of humanity and the cornerstone of society…
April 17
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Interviews
We Are Driving Capacity In Accident Investigation Across BAG States
Engr. Charles Irikefe Erhueh, Commissioner, Banjul Accord Group Accident Investigation Agency (BAGAIA) in this interview…
August 14
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TPConnects and AFRAA Unveil Landmark Whitepaper on the Future of Airline Distribution in Africa
In a pivotal step for African aviation, TPConnects Technologies and the African Airlines Association (AFRAA)…
June 24
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Cameroon’s Aviation Industry: Laying The Foundation For A Competitive And Sustainable Future
Mrs. Paule Assoumou Koki, Director General, Cameroon Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA) in this interview with…
June 16
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Growing Opportunities In Kenya’s Aviation Industry
Ms. Liz Aluvanze is the Chief Executive Officer of Kenya Association of Air Operators, she…
February 10
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We Are Working Together To Grow Aviation In Sierra Leone – Mrs. Musayeroh Barrie
The Director General of Sierra Leone Civil Aviation Authority (SLCAA), Mrs. Musayeroh Barrie is passionate…
August 29
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African Airlines Need to Work Together To Improve Connectivity
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April 17
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African Governments Should Invest In STEM Education
Mr. Chamsou Andjorin, Coordinator of AAIG (African Aviation Industry Group) in this interview with Aviation…
January 4
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African Airlines Need To Work On Their Cost Structure
Aviation & Allied Business Journal had an exclusive discussion with Mr. Esayas W. Hailu, CEO,…
January 4
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We Support SAATM To Improve Connectivity In Africa
ACI Africa is at the heart of driving innovative leadership for the African airport sector.…
August 23
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Lam Mozambique Airlines Primed For Future Growth And Opportunities
Eng. Joao Carlos Po Jorge, General Director (CEO) of LAM Mozambique Airlines is a veteran…
February 23
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Raising Africa’s Contributions At ICAO
Mr. Estanislao Esono Anguesomo is the Permanent Representative of Equatorial Guinea on the ICAO Council.…
August 16
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Raising Africa’s Contributions At ICAO
Mr. Estanislao Esono Anguesomo is the Permanent Representative of Equatorial Guinea on the ICAO Council.…
June 14
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Juan Carlos Salazar Pushes For Africa’s Growth
As aviation recovery builds up following the devastation of the COVID-19 pandemic, African DGCAs and…
June 14
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Milestones To Improved Aircraft Financing For Africa
Othman Chaoui is an Aviation Executive, with over two decades experience in aircraft financing, and…
June 9
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Valediction – Chris Zweigenthal Hopes For 10% Of Global Passenger Marketshare In Africa In 10 Years
Mr. Chris Zweigenthal is the immediate-past Chief Executive Officer of Airlines Association Of Southern Africa…
August 20
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Nigerian Updates
Nigeria CAA Grants Air Operator Certificate To Pioneer Airlines To Commence Non-Scheduled Flights
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has granted an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) to the…
May 14
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NiMet And CBN Sign Landmark MoU On Data Sharing To Improve Economic Decision-Making
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Charles Anosike has signed…
Nigeria CAA Launches New Digital Drone Regulation Portal
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has launched the Drone…
FAAN Assures Nigerian Army Of Support For Welfare Flights, Logistics Expansion
The Managing Director, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs.…
Nigeria And Airbus Sign Working Together Agreement
The Nigeria Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr.…
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Allied Aviation
Embraer’s Next‑Generation Praetor 600E Earns Triple Certification From ANAC, FAA, and EASA
Aircraft manufacturer, Embraer’s Praetor 600E has earned “triple certification from Brazil’s Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC—Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil), the…
May 4
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Riyadh To Host Routes World 2026
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host the 31st World Route Development Forum (Routes World 2026), the premier global event…
September 10
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Chartered Institute of Transport Administration of Nigeria Holds 2022 National Transport Summit Abuja November
The Chartered Institute of Transport Administration of Nigeria (CIOTA) will hold the 2022 National Transport Summit from November 29 –December…
October 27
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Ethiopian Airlines Opens a Five-Star In-Terminal Hotel Inside Addis
Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest aviation group in Africa, has completed the first phase of its In-Terminal Hotel construction. In…
September 16
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SAHCO REAFFIRMS ITS CONTINOUS SUPPORT FOR NDLEA ON WAR AGAINST DRUGS
Skyway Aviation Handling Company PLC (SAHCO) has declared its continuous support to Nigeria’s fight against peddling of controlled substances. The…
August 18
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Ethiopian Airlines Orders Africa’s First A350-1000
Ethiopian Airlines Group has upsized four of its A350-900 on order to the largest variant of the A350 Family, the…
July 28
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ATR Appoints Nathalie Tarnaud Laude As Chief Executive Officer
ATR has announced the appointment of Nathalie Tarnaud Laude, as its new Chief Executive Officer effective from 17 September. Nathalie…
July 27
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Dana Air Commence Operational Audit
Dana Air says it has commenced the operational audit as advised by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and is…
July 21
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NAC Places Two Embraer E190f With Astral Aviation
Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC has agreed a memorandum of understanding to place the first two E190F passenger-to-freight conversions with Astral…
July 21
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Ethiopian Airlines Group Signs Proposal With De Havilland Canada For Up To Four Dash 8-400 Freighter – Large Cargo Door Kits Farnborough
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited and Ethiopian Airlines Group has announced that Ethiopian has signed a proposal for the…
July 21
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ATR Predicts Need For At Least 2,450 New Turboprops To Address A Global Demand For Lower Emission, Affordable Connectivity
ATR said there will be demand for at least 2,450 turboprop aircraft over the next 20 years meeting the increasing…
July 21
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Emirates, Air Canada Form Strategic Partnership
Emirates and Air Canada have announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement that will create more options for customers…
July 14
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European Union Sets New Requirements For Inbound Air Shipments
The European Union (EU) said all freight forwarders, air carriers, express couriers, and postal operators transporting goods to or through…
July 6
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Etihad Cargo Reinforces Commitment To China Capacity With 15 Direct Passenger, Freighter Flights Per Week
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Aviation Group, has reinforced its commitment to the Chinese market with…
July 5
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AJW Group Announce Rachael Caston As Chief Executive Officer
AJW Group, a world-leading independent aircraft component parts, repair, and supply chain solutions provider, has announced the appointment of Rachael…