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Air Mauritius NS21 Preliminary schedule as of 06SEP20
Air Mauritius in recent schedule update filed preliminary schedules for Northern summer 2021 season, effective 28MAR21. Following listed service is as of 06SEP20, although further changes is expected.
Tentatively listing sees long-haul aircraft focuses on A330-900neo and Airbus A350-900XWB.
Mauritius – Antananar… read more
TAP Air Portugal revises Cancun & Cape Town launch to mid-Dec 2020
TAP Air Portugal in late-August 2020 filed revision to its planned service to Cancun and Cape Town. Previously scheduled to commence in October and November, both will now be launched by mid-December 2020, with Airbus A330-900neo aircraft.
Operational frequency has been reduced from 3 to 2 weekly.
Lisbon – Canc… read more
No need of quarantinec for arriving passengers
A press release issued by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture last Friday stated that arriving passengers will no longer be subjected to quarantine. In addition, the ministry says arriving passengers in possession of a negative covid-19 test certificate of not more than 72 hours will not be tested in The Gambia.
The ministry notes t… read more
SAA Airbus A340 in New Zealand?
Kiwi plane spotters were excited to see an unusual arrival in Christchurch this week. An Airbus A340 in South African Airways colors touched down at the airport just after 11:45 yesterday morning (local time). The Airbus was conduction a repatriation flight, bringing 300 New Zealanders home.
South African Airways… read more
Regional borders may open soon to help boost tourism
South Africa’s regional borders may open soon if the COVID-19 infection rate continues to decrease, Minister of Tourism, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane said at a press briefing on September 4. Government is considering creating a regional travel bubble with African countries of similar infection risks, Kubayi-Ngubane said.
‘Africa … read more
Namibia stops enforcing mandatory quarantine for arrivals
Namibia’s Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, Pohamba Shifeta, has announced ammendments to the country’s International Tourism Revival Initiative (TRI) protocols.
Since the TRI protocols got implemented, Namibia’s tourism industry has not seen any bookings. This, as well as the fa… read more
Over 23,000 Passengers Have Flown To St Helena So Far
The island of Saint Helena has a great deal to offer visitors. A rich history, natural beauty, and the rare characteristic of being a genuinely un-touristed place. Since the airport opened in 2016, arrivals to the island have grown year on year. In fact, before the coronavirus crisis stopped scheduled arrivals, more than 23,000 pas… read more
Which international Airlines are resuming flights?
Nigeria started welcoming back international airlines on the weekend. After six months of banning international flights, Nigeria re-opened both Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport in Abuja and Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Saturday. Already, airlines are lining up to fly back into the count… read more
What to do around Windhoek
The capital city of Windhoek is often overlooked by travellers in their rush to Namibia’s dunes and game parks, but the bustling, lively metropolis has much to offer in the way of a walkable game reserve, a vibrant township culture, and a laid-back, yet distinctly German feel.
Windhoek boasts an interesting mix of traditional… read more
ICAO sees digital innovations helping aviation rebuild and aid sustainability
“Increased air transport digitalisation promotes critical efficiencies and capabilities which improve our sector’s capabilities as a catalyst for socio-economic and sustainability benefits,” Dr Liu (above) stated. “This is especially relevant given that ICAO-compliant air services and international connectivity are already improving glo… read more
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