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The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has alerted airline operators and pilots of occurrence of thunderstorm phenomenon over Nigerian airports since the beginning of the rainy season in the country. The regulatory body in a statement signed by Capt. Musa Nuhu, its Director-General said that it expected strict adherence to safety st… read more
Virgin Atlantic has been saved from bankruptcy after creditors voted in favour of a £1.2bn rescue deal. The airline secured the “overwhelming support” of its 170 creditors in an important vote at the High Court today, during which the vast majority agreed to a complex restructuring plan. A Virgin Atlanti… read more
A Japanese airline is trialling a new hands-free toilet experience in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Realising that hand hygiene is more important than ever when it comes to slowing the spread of Covid-19, All Nippon Airways (ANA) has introduced a bathroom door that can be operated with an elbow.
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The Wildlands Conservation Trust in KwaZulu-Natal has been awarded $2 million (about R34 million) in emergency relief funding by the Wildlife Ranger Challenge, a non-profit fund raising initiative, to make up for the financial loss suffered as a result of COVID-19.
‘Wildlands is incredibly grateful for this f… read more
An avid traveller and media personality, Sonny Serite says Botswana Tourism Organisation (BTO) expedition dubbed Rediscover Botswana meant to promote domestic tourism, is already bearing fruits. Serite, who is accompanied by another media personality, Tlhalefang Charles, are currently crisscrossing the country to unearth its… read more
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Nigerian carrier, IbomAir has revealed plans to commence international operations in the coming weeks as its management is set to contribute its quota towards transforming Nigeria’s under-exploited civil aviation market. Ibom Air commenced operations in June 2019 with funding from the government of Akwa Ibom, Nigeria’s large… read more
LAM Mozambique starting today (25AUG20) plans to resume Maputo – Lisbon route, with leased Airbus A330-300 aircraft. The airline’s current schedule lists 1 weekly flight from 25AUG20 to 30SEP20.
TM7703 LIS2000 – 0725+1MPM 333 2
TM7704 MPM2355 – 0945+1LIS 333 3
The airline’s September… read more
Kenya Airways during the month of September 2020 plans to operate following International service, including additional service resumptions, based on schedule listing as of 23AUG20. Additional changes remain highly possible, as travel restrictions continue to impact the airline’s planned service.
Nairobi – Abidjan – D… read more
Rwandair during the month of September 2020 plans to operate following scheduled service, based on OAG schedules listing as of 23AUG20. Last minute adjustment remains possible, while travel restrictions continues to impact planned operation.
Kigali – Brussels – London Heathrow 2 weekly A330-300
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NCAA warns pilots & airlines on strict compliance
Virgin Atlantic saved by £1.2bn bailout
Airline trials hands-free toilet doors amid pandemic
Wildlands Conservation awarded R34m relief funding
Rediscover Botswana gains momentum
Travelport’s new Guide to travel recovery is now available
Ibom Air targets international flights
LAM Mozambique resumes Lisbon service in Aug/Sep 2020
Kenya Airways Sep 2020 International operations
Rwandair Sep 2020 operations
