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• 05/11/2021 18:00

QR returns Airbus A380 to service

A Qatar Airways Airbus A380 took to the skies for the first time in more than 18 months earlier, positioning the aircraft from Doha International Airport (DIA) to Hamad International Airport (HIA).

The airline said it “reluctantly” took the decision to welcome the fleet back into operation, due to ongoing capacity shortages.

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• 05/11/2021 07:38

Africa: freight traffic continues to grow, passenger transport declines further (IATA)

Prior to the onset of Covid-19, air cargo in Africa was growing steadily. Despite the health crisis, this growth continues month after month. In contrast, the passenger curve has reversed and remains far below the 2019 figures, despite some rare rebounds.

In September 2021, Africa recorded the highest increase in cargo traffic of any re… read more

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• 05/11/2021 06:58

FlyNambia to launch "safari routes" in 2022

Namibian privately-owned airline FlyNamibia, previously known as FlyWestair, is set to launch a safari schedule of daily connections between Eros Airport (ERS) in Windhoek and … read more

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• 04/11/2021 21:09

Emirates reopens CPT lounge

The Emirates Lounge at Cape Town International Airport reopens today, November 3. The two-level lounge is located  in the northern end of the international departures terminal and has views of the airfield.

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• 04/11/2021 21:08

British Airways strengthens Mauritius with new seasonal service from Heathrow

For the winter season, airlines are beefing up their offerings to meet peak season demand to warmer parts of the world. British Airways is no exception.

British Airways is increasing its services to Mauritius. On Wednesday 3 November, the carrier launched its new seasonal route from Heathrow. From now on, the Britis… read more

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• 04/11/2021 17:26

Mango Airlines, the subsidiary of South African Airways, could be fully privatised

Due to financial and operational problems, Mango Airlines went into voluntary restructuring on 10 August. It is now envisaged that it will be completely spun off from its parent company, South African Airways (SAA) and put back in the air.

A full privatisation. This is what the administrator of Mango Airlines is proposing for its res… read more

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• 04/11/2021 04:23

International airfares rise as naira crashes on IATA platform

The lingering shortage of foreign exchange in Nigeria has forced the naira to crash against the United States dollar on the air ticket pricing template of the International Air Transport Association, the Switzerland-based trade body representing over 290 global airlines. As a result, airfares on Nigeria routes which are priced in naira have incr… read more

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• 04/11/2021 03:56

Inside Ethiopian Airlines’ plan to dominate African skies

Ethiopian Airlines is establishing its presence in more than six African countries through a management role or strategic partnership with the local carriers, making it a dominant player in the continent. The move is set to give East African carriers such as Kenya Airways (KQ) a run for their money.

KQ will particularly feel the pin… read more

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• 04/11/2021 03:56

British Airways plans A380 flights to South Africa from January

British Airways has added Airbus A380 flights to Johannesburg to its schedule from January 10th. As things stand, the route will be the fourth long-haul flight operated by the giant of the skies, following its return to passenger service with the airline, planned for next Monday.

British Airways is slowly bringing the Airbus … read more

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• 03/11/2021 17:34

Royal Air Maroc ira à Dubaï à partir de décembre

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) expects the new route to meet the expectations of the Moroccan diaspora residing in the United Arab Emirates, including foreign tourists and business travellers.

RAM has announced the opening of a new direct route between Casablanca and Dubai from 19 December. The route will operate th… read more