FlySafair has begun adjusting flight schedules for selected routes departing between July 22 and 28, in anticipation of a potential pilot strike. Affected passengers are being notified of the changes. The proactive move comes as salary negotiations between the airline and its pilots—represented by Solidarity—have reached a deadlock. The union,Continue Reading
UK-based autonomous drone specialist Windracers has launched an operational hub in Malawi to demonstrate the capabilities of its ULTRA unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in supporting humanitarian air cargo missions across the region. The new hub is located at Kasungu Airfield in central Malawi and is part of a broader initiativeContinue Reading
ASL Airlines Australia Adds Second Boeing 737-800 Freighter, Underscoring Cargo Sector Growth in Emerging Markets ASL Airlines Australia, part of the Ireland-headquartered ASL Aviation Holdings, has added a second Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter) to its growing cargo fleet—underscoring how regional air freight is evolving to meet the demands ofContinue Reading
Airports Company South Africa (Acsa) has launched an infrastructure maintenance and capital expansion programme across nine airports in a move to modernise facilities and reinforce long-term economic growth. The state-owned company’s infrastructure programme includes projects ranging from sewerage system repairs to high-tech landing equipment upgrades, reflecting a pivot from pandemicContinue Reading
Global airlines are warning of turbulent times ahead as rising trade barriers and geopolitical tensions threaten to derail the aviation sector’s recovery and broader economic growth. The International Air Transport Association (IATA), which represents more than 80% of global air traffic, has cautioned that growing protectionist policies and tariff disputesContinue Reading
The global air cargo sector maintained strong momentum in April 2025, with volumes climbing and capacity reaching record levels—signalling renewed strength across key logistics corridors. While Africa remains a small player in global air cargo, the continent’s performance in April was notable, with demand growing steadily, even as certain tradeContinue Reading
Etihad Airways has reportedly become the first airline in the world to offer a full First Class suite on a narrowbody aircraft, the Airbus A321LR, set to launch on August 1. The airline will introduce its signature First Suites on short- to medium-haul routes. These have typically been reserved forContinue Reading
The Food and Farm for Health initiative is strategically developed in collaboration with the Cool Chain Association (CCA) and the Humanitarian Logistics Association (HLA) Pharma.Aero and TIACA (The International Air Cargo Association) have partnered on the Food and Farm for Health project to underscore the economic value and the dual role of air cargo in healthcareContinue Reading
Fastjet Zimbabwe, the multi-award-winning African airline, is set to enhance regional connectivity with the launch of a new scheduled flight service between Harare, Zimbabwe, and Lusaka, Zambia, starting Wednesday, April 9. This new route will operate three times a week—on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays—utilizing the 50-seater Embraer ERJ145 aircraft,Continue Reading
Ethiopian Airlines is set to strengthen its European footprint with the launch of direct flights to Porto, Portugal, via Madrid, starting July 2. This exciting new route will operate four times a week using the state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner, offering passengers a seamless travel experience between Africa and Southern Europe.Continue Reading
