Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
The concerns raised recently by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, over the misuse of private jets for illegal commercial activities have been validated after a government task force uncovered evidence of illegal operations. The task force set up by the minister to investigate the operations is led by the Managing […]
JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ) to build and operate the new $4.2 billion Terminal 6 (T6) at John F. Kennedy International Airport — part of the PANYNJ’s broader $19 billion redevelopment of JFK airport, and Materna IPS, a leading supplier of automated
Collins Aerospace, an RTX business and the largest employer in Cedar Rapids, last week announced it will relocate its Singapore manufacturing facility to the Seletar Aerospace Park in Singapore, home to leading aerospace companies. Construction of the $250 million facility is expected to begin in late 2025 and be completed by 2027, the company announced
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Qatar Airways has announced the expansion of its Africa network with four additional weekly flights to Entebbe, Uganda. This strategic move aims to meet the rising demand during the summer season and enhance connectivity for passengers traveling from East Africa. Increased Connectivity Qatar Airways currently operates a daily service between Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
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Airports Council International (ACI) World has published its latest ACI World Airport Traffic Dataset, confirming the top 20 busiest airports globally for 2023. The dataset reveals a significant resurgence in international passenger traffic, contributing to the total global passenger traffic of nearly 8.7 billion for the year. The dataset’s key findings highlight several factors driving
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Air Tanzania has significantly expanded its global reach by extending its partnership with APG, a leading provider of airline representation and distribution services. This strategic move follows a comprehensive RFP process and will see APG representing Air Tanzania in 13 new markets: Austria, Belgium, Egypt, Ivory Coast, Kuwait, Nigeria, Pakistan, Portugal, Qatar, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia,
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Malta International Airport, also known as Luqa Airport, stands as the primary gateway to the picturesque Maltese Archipelago. This bustling airport plays a crucial role in connecting Malta with the rest of the world, particularly during the peak summer months when it welcomes a surge of tourists via numerous European charter airlines. Year-round, Malta International
Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, is charting an ambitious course for substantial growth over the next five years. The airline is set to double its fleet and expand its destinations, signalling its strong international aspirations. Among the notable developments is the upcoming launch of flights to London Gatwick, scheduled for the end of
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The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), on Wednesday, announced that it has suspended the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) of Dana Airlines with effect immediately amidst safety concerns. The directive is contained in a letter issued and endorsed by the NCAA Acting Director General, Chris Najomo, in Abuja. It said the action was based on
Emirates, the Dubai-based airline, has agreed to pay a $1.8 million settlement for operating JetBlue codeshare flights through Iraqi airspace at unauthorised flight levels, as mandated by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This fine follows the airline’s breach of FAA regulations and U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) restrictions. The DOT granted Emirates approval to
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