African Pilot

23/06/2025

Absa Business Banking is stepping up as South Africa’s largest general aviation funder, offering tailored, sector-specific finance for aircraft, upgrades, and operational growth. Meet the Commercial Asset Finance team at Aero South Africa 2025. Find out more here: https://africanpilot.africa/aviation-finance-requires-deep-sector-expertise-and-a-bespoke-approach-absa-business-banking/

17/06/2025

The IFATCA - International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers' Associations Speak English Programme brings aviation professionals together to strengthen communication, build confidence, and enhance safety through peer-to-peer learning.

Proudly supported by The International Federation of Air Line Pilots' Associations (IFALPA) .

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Read more here: https://africanpilot.africa/strengthening-safety-with-peer-led-communication/

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17/06/2025

Air Niugini boosts its Airbus A220 fleet with two new A220-100s, signalling a strategic move towards fuel-efficient and high-comfort regional aviation.

The Airbus A220, designed originally by Bombardier as the C Series before being acquired and rebranded by Airbus, is increasingly being viewed as a disruptor in the small single-aisle market.

Discover how the A220 is reshaping the skies in Papua New Guinea and beyond in this article: https://africanpilot.africa/air-niugini-expands-a220-fleet-as-flagship-jet-nears-completion/

17/06/2025

KlasJet has joined forces with Air Cairo to operate seasonal charter flights from Milan and Sharjah to Cairo. The ACMI agreement supports Egypt’s tourism growth and strengthens regional air connectivity.

✈️ https://africanpilot.africa/klasjet-partners-with-air-cairo-to-strengthen-seasonal-air-connectivity/

Avia Solutions Group

16/06/2025

🇳🇬 Nigeria is preparing to host its first International Air Show in December 2025, aimed at boosting investment, regional connectivity, and showcasing the country’s aviation potential.

https://africanpilot.africa/nigeria-prepares-to-host-inaugural-international-air-show-in-2025/

16/06/2025

Airbus Helicopters has unveiled its new HTeaming system ahead of the Paris Air Show 2025, a modular and system agnostic solution that allows standard helicopter crews to operate uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) during flight. HTeaming is designed for easy installation and will be available to operators from 2026.

Read more: https://africanpilot.africa/airbus-unveils-hteaming-its-modular-crewed-uncrewed-teaming-system/

16/06/2025

The Focus on Africa Symposium kicked off IFALPA’s PGA Meeting in Nairobi this February, spotlighting pilot advocacy, safety, and collaboration.

From regulatory dialogue to new initiatives like KALPA’s Fatigue Safety Action Group, Africa is shaping global aviation policy.

Read about it now: https://africanpilot.africa/focus-on-africa-symposium-opened-professional-and-government-affairs-meeting-in-nairobi-kenya/

16/06/2025

Ethiopian Airlines has marked an impressive milestone with 50 years of continuous service to Kigali, Rwanda. Since 1975, the airline has played a pivotal role in strengthening regional ties, now operating 21 weekly passenger flights and three dedicated cargo services.

https://africanpilot.africa/ethiopian-airlines-celebrates-50-years-of-service-to-kigali-rwanda/

15/06/2025

The Middle East & Africa’s air transport sector kept pace with global passenger surges in 2024, achieving remarkable baggage results despite increasing system demands. According to the newly released SITA Baggage IT Insights 2025, the region maintained one of the world’s strongest performances, reporting 6.02 mishandled bags per 1,000 passengers, slightly up from 4.5 in 2023, but still among the best worldwide.

Read more: https://africanpilot.africa/middle-east-africa-reports-strong-mishandled-bag-numbers-as-global-air-travel-hits-records/

15/06/2025

Pilot schedules are anything but typical. As a new generation enters the cockpit, flexible rosters are becoming a key consideration, impacting work-life balance and long-term career planning.

🧑‍✈️ https://africanpilot.africa/is-flexibility-in-pilot-rosters-still-just-a-flight-of-fancy/

BAA Training Aviation Academy

14/06/2025

🇿🇦 Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has ordered ACSA to mediate with Airports Coordination Services over a baggage screening dispute affecting national aviation security. The directive aims to avoid protracted litigation and ensure regulatory compliance.

Read more: https://africanpilot.africa/minister-creecy-orders-mediation-between-acsa-and-airports-coordination-services-over-baggage-screening-dispute/

14/06/2025

The ARTEX ELT 5000 from ACR Electronics is now certified for the Boeing 737, making it the only GADSS-compliant distress tracking ELT available for the platform. A major step forward for aviation safety and regulatory compliance.

https://africanpilot.africa/gadss-takes-flight-boeing-737-platform-enters-service-with-acr-electronics-new-artex-elt-5000/