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Sky Mali obtains its air operator license
Air Senegal resumes Abidjan service from mid-July 2020
Air Senegal today (17JUL20) is resuming International service, initially operating Dakar – Abidjan route. For the remainder of July 2020, the airline schedules twice weekly flights, on board Airbus A319 aircraft.
HC303 DSS1600 – 1845ABJ 319 15
HC304 ABJ1955 – 2240DSS 319 15
Air Senegal European network changes
Air Senegal from August 2020 is adjusting European service, when the airline resumes scheduled service on International routes. The new adjustment sees Barcelona and Marseille service each served on nonstop terminator basis, instead of 3 weekly triangle routing.
The new nonstop terminator service for both Barcelona and Marseille… read more
Senegal Opens Airspace With Restrictions
Senegal has opened its air space with new rules, Air Transport Ministry announced. To leave Senegal by plane, the Ministry of Air Transport presented a health protocol with main measures such as: keep a distance and wear a mask until one reaches his/her destination.
To enter Senegal this time, a Covid-19 screening test is cur… read more
Corsair targeting long-haul flights from Germany
French leisure airline Corsair is evaluating the launch of long-haul flights from Germany, providing negotiations with potential new shareholders have been completed successfully.
“If we stay on board with Corsair, then we plan to target flights from Germany on some selected long-haul routes which fit into Corsair’s existing netwo… read more
Senegal opens borders tomorrow
The Blaise Diagne International Airport in Senegal is all but set to welcome back travelers as of tomorrow. The country last week confirmed the resumption of international flights effective July 15 as it eases restrictions to get tourism restarted.
Conducting the final inspection at the airport, the Minister of Tourism and Ai… read more
African Airlines return to a "new normal"
African aviation is slowly coming back to life. The past few months has seen unprecedented disruptions to the travel and tourism industries across the continent.
According to International Air Transport Association (IATA) Africa’s Travel and Tourism employs 24,6 million people on the continent and contributes $169 billion to Africa’… read more
Senegal Top 5 Beaches
Bordering vibrant cities, lazy fishing villages, verdant deltas and dune-filled deserts, Senegal’s beaches are as diverse as the country itself. From endless expanses to hidden coves, the country’s sandy offerings are tailor-made for all types of beachgoer. So, whether unwinding, drinking, eating or water sports is at the top of your list… read more
Air Senegal resumes regular scheduled service as of late-June 2020
Air Senegal last week resumed scheduled service, initially operating domestic Dakar – Ziguinchor route. From 20JUN20, the airline operates 3 times weekly, with ATR72 aircraft. Additional frequency to be added in the next few weeks.
HC101 DSS0900 – 0950ZIG AT7 146
HC102 ZIG1020 – 1110DSS AT7 146
Mauritania Airlines: Maouloud takes on the challenge
Mauritania Airlines’ new CEO, Amal Maouloud, believes the carrier is set for success – overcoming the problems of low population density in Africa’s third largest country.
After around a year in post, she is ready to take up the challenge of improving national and regional connectivity.
Since its creation in 2012, … read more
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