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Camair-Co's MA60s returns into service
One of Camair-Co's MA60s (registration TJQDA) is fit to fly. The 48-seat aircraft received its certificate of airworthiness on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, as the aircraft, grounded for several months, required spare parts from China, the manufacturer's country.
Its maintenance ensured, and the OK of the Cameroon Civil Aviati… read more
Regional overview: Middle East & Africa
In line with most other regions around the world, capacity in the Middle East and Africa is down by 53% in 2020. The regions have fared slightly better than Latin America, where capacity has reduced by 55% across the year.
Although only representing 6% of global capacity, air travel remains a significant and important capability i… read more
Will Arik Air need to merge?
Arik Air and Aero Contractors may merge under the management of AMCOM.
According to sources, the option, is due to the alleged debt burden of the airlines following the Covid-19 pandemic.
The CEO of Aero Contractors, Captain Ado Sanusi, said that while the history and circumstances of both companies differ, the merge ‘could … read more
Arik apologizes for affected passengers as of strike
THE management of Arik Air(In Receivership) apologizes to all of the airline’s passengers whose travel plans have been disrupted by the picketing carried out by a section of the aviation workers’ union, the National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) on Thursday, December 3, 2020.
According to Manager, PR & Com… read more
Uganda: New airport terminal extension opens to passengers
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has opened part of the first floor of the new terminal building to facilitate departing passengers with adequate space at the check-in counters while observing the necessary Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
The revelation was made by the Ag Director-General UCAA Mr Fred Bamwesigye- dur… read more
Promote Ecotourism!
Ecotourism is a form of tourism involving visiting fragile, pristine, and relatively undisturbed natural areas, intended as a low-impact and often small scale alternative to standard commercial (mass) tourism.
It plays an important role in promoting the welfare of many indigenous communities in Africa.
Ecotourism purpos… read more
Addis Ababa Listed Among the Best Places to Go in 2021
The globally renowned tourism magazine, Condé Nast Traveler (CNT), has listed Addis Ababa among the 21 Global Tourism Destinations in 2021.
The U. S-based magazine stated that Ethiopia's profile has risen in recent years. "The introduction of an e-visa in late 2017, which made it easier to visit, boosted tourism by 48.6 perce… read more
Lufthansa resumes flights to Nigeria connecting Lagos and Abuja
The first Lufthansa flight after an eight months suspension arrived in Lagos on Thursday, 03 December 2020.
Lufthansa offers in December up to eight weekly departures scheduled from Lagos and Abuja Airports to Frankfurt. Safety and hygiene on board remain a top priority
On 03 December 2020, Lufthansa again welcome… read more
Updated rules for local and international travel – airports open to all
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced in a national address on December 3 that the Nelson Mandela Bay district is now declared a COVID-19 hotspot and as such will be subjected to additional regulations.
Other travel related rules have also been updated. The Department of Health and Department and Transport outlined the reg… read more
Ethiopian flight experience in times of COVID 19
Air travel may seem a bit scary right now, but some airlines and airports are making significant safety and hygiene improvements, and there are steps you can take to minimize risk when flying.
It was never easy having to travel for the first time in 7 months. Coronavirus’ devastating impacts cannot be over emphasized as it is still on a le… read more
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