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Airlink,
Southern Africa’s largest independent airline, is poised to
significantly enhance its regional reach with the addition of
ten new Embraer E195-E2 jets. Leased from
Azorra, a U.S.-based aircraft lessor, these
state-of-the-art aircraft are scheduled for delivery between late 2025
and 20… read more
Visa
mismatches pose a significant challenge for African airlines
and travel agents, leading to operational disruptions, financial
penalties, and reputational damage. Understanding the complexities of
visa regulations and implementing robust verification processes are
crucial for mitigating these risks and ensuring smooth trave… read more
Tunisair
has strategically chartered a 20-year-old Airbus
A340-300 from the German ACMI specialist Universal
Sky Carrier to bolster its long-haul, high-density routes,
especially those serving Montreal and
Marseille. This move reflects a broader trend among
African carriers utilizing ACMI leasing… read more
In a move set to ripple positively across the African aviation
landscape, EGYPTAIR has significantly
invested in cutting-edge safety technology for its burgeoning fleet of
Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. This landmark
deal, inked with Acron Aviation during the
recent Paris Airshow… read more
RwandAir
has secured the coveted title of “Best Regional Airline
in Africa” at the prestigious 2025 World Airline
Awards, announced by Skytrax in
Paris. This remarkable achievement underscores
RwandAir’s commitment to service excellence and
solidifies its position as a leading playe… read more
Badr
Airlines has strengthened its operational capabilities with
the addition of a Boeing 737-800NG to its fleet. This
ten-year-old aircraft, formerly operated by Ceiba Intercontinental and
owned by Ethiopian Airlines, is now based in
Port Sudan. This strategic move enhances Badr
Airlines’ capacity and und… read more
Mozambique’s
national airport operator, Aeroportos de Moçambique (AdM), is
facing a severe financial crisis, largely due to the ongoing struggles
of the national airline, LAM Mozambique. A new
report from the Center for Public Integrity (CIP) reveals the extent of
AdM’s precarious financial position, highlighting the urg… read more
Eldoret
International Airport (EDL) is poised for a major
transformation, with a runway expansion project set to significantly
boost its cargo handling capacity and unlock new opportunities for
fresh produce exporters in Kenya’s North
Rift region. This development marks a significant step forward
for the airport … read more
Uganda
Airlines strengthens regional presence with the addition
of an Embraer ERJ145, leased from ALS Limited. This strategic move
enhances connectivity on key routes to Juba and Dar es
Salaam, complementing the airline's existing fleet of
CRJ900s and a leased Airbus A320 from DAT. This tactical deploy… read more
Air
Peace, a leading Nigerian airline, is proactively managing
its fleet operations in response to the ongoing grounding of its
Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. The airline has secured a
fifth Airbus A320 through an ACMI (Aircraft,
Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) lease to bolster its
capacity and maintain essen… read more