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TAAG Angola Airlines has announced that it has entered into a long-term lease agreement with Aviation Capital Group LLC for four new Airbus A220-300 aircraft. The announcement was made on the first day of the Paris Air show. The aircraft are to be delivered to TAAG in 2025. “Incorporating four new A220 aircraft under this […]
By World Airnews correspondent Wallace Mawire Zimbabwe is embarking on the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO)-European Union Assistance project phase two feasibility study on Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) launched in Harare by the Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) recently. The launch is a follow-up to a seminar held with ICAO and nine other African
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its latest industry outlook for 2023. While the global outlook is better than expected with total industry net profits expected to reach (US) $9.8bn this year – which is more than double the previous forecast of $4.7 billion (December 2022). However, the outlook for Africa’s airlines remains negative: In
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By World Airnews correspondent Wallace Mawire ExecuJet MRO Services has been appointed by Embraer as its authorized service centre for business jets in Africa. The decision represents an expansion of the aircraft manufacturer’s service network in the region. “We are pleased to partner with ExecuJet for supporting our customers in Africa. The region has a
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The handover of the 2,000th Pilatus PC-12 to PlaneSense, a longstanding US customer, was marked by a large ceremony at the company’s headquarters in Stans, Switzerland and attended by over 2,000 employees. The anniversary aircraft went to PlaneSense by way of a symbolic thanks for its many years of loyalty. It is another milestone in
Fastjet Zimbabwe, an award-winning airline, has announced the introduction of an enhanced value-based Fare Family structure available to all customers across all channels. The airline continues to expand its offering with more options to suit travel plans across the airline’s growing network. Until recently fastjet offered its customers a choice between two types of fares,
South African Airways has announced the green light for a significant expansion of its fleet to pave the way for the national carrier to relaunch international routes and increase seat capacity for its regional and domestic destinations. Interim CEO, John Lamola, said the airline’s plan to lease six new aircraft has been approved by the
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation has announced the sale of two turbine powered 480B helicopters to the Zambian Air Force (ZAF). The contract, which was signed on February 23 by the Ministry of defence, includes both the helicopters and training for ZAF pilots and personnel. The helicopters will be based in Lusaka, and used for training and
Kenya Airways Cargo has been awarded the Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Pharma certification by IATA for the KQ Pharma Facility. This accreditation endorses the airline’s sustained ability to safely handle high-value, time-sensitive, and temperature-controlled transportation of pharmaceuticals, with the speed and consistency expected by shipper requirements. CEIV Pharma certification addresses the industry’s
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The Czech Republic Air Force is planning to bolster its transport capabilities with the acquisition of two medium cargo aircraft, with the Embraer C-390 Millennium currently leading the race. Brigadier General Petr Čepelka, head of the Czech Republic Air Force, revealed details about the force’s current status and particularly the ongoing or planned acquisition projects. At present, the Czech
