Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport has secured its spot as one of the busiest airports in the Middle East and Africa for 2024, ranking seventh on the list. This impressive achievement, according to aviation analytics firm OAG, is based on airline capacity, both domestic and international. OR Tambo saw 12.2Continue Reading
In-flight connectivity has become a standard feature on many international airlines, offering passengers the ability to stay connected while soaring above the clouds. However, South African passengers may have to wait a bit longer for this luxury to become a reality on domestic flights. Challenges Ahead for Local Airlines KirbyContinue Reading
Travel scams are evolving, and cybercriminals are increasingly using sophisticated tactics to deceive unsuspecting travelers. One common method is the creation of fake airline apps, promoted through social media ads, designed to steal sensitive personal and banking information. A recent case reported by news24.com on January 27 highlights this growingContinue Reading
FlySafair has reassured passengers that its operations will continue smoothly despite a recent ruling from the Air Services Licensing Council (ASLC). While the ASLC has imposed sanctions regarding a technical interpretation of nationality provisions, the airline has been given a 12-month window to comply and must submit monthly progress reports.Continue Reading
John Friel Joins Qatar Airways as Regional Sales Manager for Southern Africa Qatar Airways has appointed John Friel as Regional Manager, Sales – Southern Africa, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to expanding its presence in the region. Bringing over 25 years of industry expertise, Friel has held key leadership roles atContinue Reading
A recent poll and study suggest that most South African air travelers are unwilling to pay additional green fees to offset their carbon emissions. A Travel News poll revealed that 90% of respondents believed South African air passengers would not voluntarily contribute to green fees. Additionally, a study titled EnvironmentalContinue Reading
A potential jet fuel shortage at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) has been successfully averted, thanks to a last-minute intervention following the temporary closure of the Natref Refinery. The National Department of Transport confirmed that the “fuel headache has been resolved,” securing 121.1 million litres of jet fuel—more than enoughContinue Reading
Relax Airlines, a new private airline in Ghana, is in the process of obtaining an Air Operators Certificate and is preparing for its launch later this year. The airline announced that it has secured an Air Carrier Licence and is currently in the fourth phase of applying for the AirContinue Reading
Airports Company South Africa (Acsa) has confirmed that OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) has secured sufficient jet fuel to meet its needs for January. This comes in the wake of a fire earlier this month at the National Petroleum Refiners of South Africa (NATREF) refinery, which has significantly impacted nationalContinue Reading
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have caused significant disruptions in the region, but South African travelers and cargo operations remain largely unaffected, according to industry experts. Dharmesh Kooverjee, CEO of Travel Vision, emphasized that South African travel to the United States predominantly focuses on the East Coast, with noContinue Reading
