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IATA Reports Strong Growth in Global Air Travel Demand for October 2024
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced a 7.1% year-on-year increase in global air travel demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers, or RPKs) for October 2024. This growth was supported by a 6.1% rise in capacity (available seat kilometers, or ASK… read more
Airlink Suspends Daily Flights Between Johannesburg and Maseru
South African regional airline Airlink has announced the suspension of its daily flights between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Maseru in Lesotho. This disruption is due to the unavailability of fire and rescue services and essential equipment at … read more
Emirates Reinstates Double-Daily Dubai-Perth Service
Emirates Airlines has made a significant enhancement to its flight offerings by reinstating its double-daily service between Dubai and Perth. This expansion includes the operation of a Boeing 777-300ER alongside the existing daily A380 flights.
The addition of this second daily flig… read more
Airlink expands Nairobi service with additional night flights
South African regional airline Airlink is set to increase flights to Nairobi in Kenya. … read more
Ethiopian Airlines Returns to Monrovia
Ethiopian Airlines on Saturday November 30, 2024, marked a significant milestone with the resumption of passenger flights to Liberia’s capital, Monrovia.
The inaugural flight was celebrated in a ceremony attended by Liberian President, government officials, diplomats, and Ethiopian Airlines executives. The event highlighted t… read more
Rodger Foster to step down as CEO & Managing Director of Airlink
Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will undergo a change of leadership following the decision by current CEO and Managing Director, Rodger Foster, to step down at the end of March 2025 after almost 33 years at the company’s helm.
Airlink’s current Chief Financial Officer, de Villiers Engelbrecht, will take over fr… read more
Qatar Airways names tennis champion Novak Djokovic as global brand ambassador and wellness advisor
Qatar Airways announces a multi-year partnership with 24-time Grand Slam champion and 2024 Olympic gold medallist Novak Djokovic as its Global Brand Ambassador and Wellness Advisor.
This collaboration highlights shared values of excellence, travel, and well-being, with Djokovic promoting Qatar Airways at global tennis events and supporting… read more
South African Airways looks into new routes to Europe, US, and Asia
South African Airways (SAA) is poised for significant growth in its international operations, as indicated by interim CEO John Lamola. In a recent interview with Bloomberg, Lamola outlined the airline's strategic plans to expand its global network, highlighting an exciting new route to London in the UK set to launch by De… read more
Emirates Accelerates A350 Service to Edinburgh, Enhancing Connectivity and Passenger Experience
In a strategic move to strengthen its presence in the Scottish market, Emirates has announced that it will bring forward the launch of its daily Airbus A350 scheduled service to Edinburgh. Starting from January 3, 2025, the airline will deploy its state-of-the-art A350 aircraft on the Dubai-Edinburgh route, reinforcing it… read more
Etihad Airways Unveils Ambitious Expansion with 10 New Global Routes for 2025
In a strategic move to solidify Abu Dhabi's position as a premier aviation and tourism hub, Etihad Airways has announced the addition of 10 new international routes set to launch in 2025. This milestone expansion will connect the UAE's capital city to diverse global destinations, including Atlanta, Taipei, Tunis, and Chiang Mai,… read more
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