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R Komor leases a Fokker 50 and relaunches its operations
R Komor is the only active carrier providing daily rotations between the different islands of the Comoros. Its operations were suspended last week following the grounding of its only aircraft.
DRC inaugurates renovated runway at Kinshasa-Ndolo airport
Built in 1924 and paved in 1942, Ndolo airport is the second hub of the capital Kinshasa. Over the years, the infrastructure for civilian and military use has become decrepit. Faced with numerous complaints from the companies that serve it, the Congolese authorities have made its rehabilitation a priority.
The renovated runway at… read more
El Ajouz Travel trusts Sabre to power its growth through recovery and beyond
Sabre Corporation announced the renewal of an exclusive and a long-term agreement with El Ajouz Travel, the leading travel company in Lebanon to power the agency’s growth and recovery. The extended agreement reaffirms two decades of collaboration and was marked by a signing ceremony that was attended by executives and team members … read more
MSC World Europa to feature largest dedicated kids’ area in the fleet
MSC Cruises has revealed a number of entertainment facilities and activities for families aboard its new mega-ship MSC World Europa, including the largest kids club in the fleet. The Dubai-bound MSC World Europa will boast a 766sqm kids club with seven distinct spaces for different age groups, from babies to 17-year-olds.
That’s in … read more
Auric Air adds a new Cessna 208 to its fleet
Founded in 2001, Auric Air operates a dozen aircraft from its bases in Mwanza, Dar es Salaam and Arusha in Tanzania. The Tanzanian safari specialist offers scheduled flights as well as non-scheduled private charters on demand.
Magical Kenya Travel Expo is back with exciting Innovations in its enriched menu
Undoubtedly one of Africa’s flagship Tourism exhibitions, The Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE) is set for a physical return after a two-year hiatus due to the Covid pandemic.
The region’s most sought-after tourism show has been announced to take place on October 5-7 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nai… read more
Air Peace programme ses vols vers la Chine et l’Inde ce mois de juillet, voit Tel Aviv sur
Air Peace wants to make Nigeria a preferred gateway for passengers travelling between Africa and Asia. Based on the Boeing 777 long-haul fleet, the private carrier is actively preparing the inauguration of its services to Guangzhou (China) and Mumbai (India).
Air Peace will open two new international routes this mon… read more
MMA Runway 18L/36R closed till September 5 2022
NIGERIANFLIGHTDECK has intercepted further communication about the closure of Runway 18L/36R of the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos due to major works in installation of Air field lighting ( AFL)
Our correspondent gathered the runway will be closed totally from from midnight July 7th till September 5th 2022 for the installation whil… read more
Kenya Tourism Board in Campaign to Woo Indian Travellers
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) has commenced a joint promotional campaign with leading Indian travel agents targeting potential Indian travelers. The partnership with FCM Travel Solutions India, Pvt Ltd and Yatra will aim to support tourism recovery in Kenya through building visitor confidence for Indian travelers to Kenya.
The month… read more
Seychelles' Tourism Minister calls for more opportunities for Cultural Tourism spending
Between January and May of this year, 87.27 percent of tourists' spending in the Seychelles' economy went towards accommodation, figures from the Central Bank of Seychelles (CBS) show.
This figure was announced in the Tourism Department's mid-year marketing meeting on Tuesday. The remaining 12.73 percent was spent on other services such as… read more
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