Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
The Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2024 expo, held from September 18 to 22 at Air Force Base Waterkloof in Centurion, Pretoria, offers a significant platform for global defense players. Among the key exhibitors is Rosoboronexport, Russia’s state agency for defense exports, which is presenting over 250 military, dual-use, and civilian products tailored for the […]
South Africa remains a strong contender in the global uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) industry, thanks to Milkor, a private-sector defence company. Milkor has firmly established the country in the global top ten UAV producers with its groundbreaking development of the Milkor 380, a medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) UAV. The Milkor 380 is the largest UAV ever
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South African Airways (SAA) is set to launch new routes from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi and Dar es Salaam this November, marking another step in its post-COVID-19 recovery. This expansion follows the airline’s gradual resurgence, which began three years ago after it returned to the skies. In a media release issued on September 10, SAA reported
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Boeing signed a contract with MicroPilot, a world leader in professional UAV autopilots, to support the further advancement of MicroPilot’s autopilot and ground control software. This contract is an Investment Framework Agreement under the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) Policy with MicroPilot Inc. As part of the agreement, Aurora Flight Sciences (Aurora), a Boeing company,
In today’s rapidly evolving air transport industry, safety, security, and efficiency are paramount. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) plays a critical role in helping businesses meet these demands through its certification programs. From streamlining processes to enhancing brand credibility, IATA certification offers a variety of benefits that can transform your business. Here’s how: Increased
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Global business aircraft flight activity in August 2024 saw a 1.4% year-over-year increase, despite declines in key markets such as North America and Europe, according to TraqPak data from Argus International. While North American flying decreased by 2.4% and European activity dropped by 3.1%, other regions surged, with a remarkable 37.9% growth in flight activity
Ethiopian Airlines is set to further expand its African network with the launch of a daily flight service to Port Sudan, commencing on October 1, 2024. This strategic new route highlights the airline’s commitment to enhancing regional connectivity and fostering socio-economic development across the continent. By connecting Port Sudan, a crucial Red Sea port city,
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After a three-month stay at the International Space Station (ISS), Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner spacecraft made a successful uncrewed return to Earth, landing at NASA’s White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico. The mission, initially planned as a short flight test before entering service, was extended due to safety concerns raised by NASA over Starliner’s propulsion
The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) and the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) have jointly called for urgent policy changes to help the aviation sector achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. In a joint letter released Monday, both organisations presented their key lobbying points for the upcoming 2024–2029 European Union (EU) legislative period, urging significant
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With the wake of global conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine War and the Israel-Hamas conflict, the continent of Africa has been at the forefront of modernising its defense strategies among key areas. Recognizing the importance of updated fleets, demonstrations, and training efforts, Kenya, Ethiopia, Zambia, Tanzania, and Uganda have made strategic investments to incorporate advanced
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