Aviation Archives - Airspace Africa https://airspace-africa.com/tag/aviation/ Latest news and insights from the aviation and travel industry in Africa Tue, 31 Oct 2023 20:00:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 https://airspace-africa.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/cropped-African-Airspace-Logo-Favicon-01-32x32.png Aviation Archives - Airspace Africa https://airspace-africa.com/tag/aviation/ 32 32 BOC Aviation Delivers Boeing 737-800 to Ethiopian Airlines https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/31/boc-aviation-delivers-boeing-737-800-to-ethiopian-airlines/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=boc-aviation-delivers-boeing-737-800-to-ethiopian-airlines https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/31/boc-aviation-delivers-boeing-737-800-to-ethiopian-airlines/#respond Tue, 31 Oct 2023 20:00:06 +0000 https://airspace-africa.com/?p=11569 BOC Aviation, a leading global aircraft leasing company, has recently delivered a used Boeing 737-800 for lease to Ethiopian Airlines Group. The aircraft, equipped with CFM56 engines, marks an exciting venture between the two entities. Robert Martin, the Managing Director and CEO of BOC Aviation, expressed enthusiasm over this collaboration, emphasizing the significance of securing [...]

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]]> https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/31/boc-aviation-delivers-boeing-737-800-to-ethiopian-airlines/feed/ 0 The Future of Air Travel: Prioritizing Speed, Convenience, and Biometric Technology https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/30/the-future-of-air-travel-prioritizing-speed-convenience-and-biometric-technology/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-future-of-air-travel-prioritizing-speed-convenience-and-biometric-technology https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/30/the-future-of-air-travel-prioritizing-speed-convenience-and-biometric-technology/#respond Mon, 30 Oct 2023 06:15:46 +0000 https://airspace-africa.com/?p=11544 In the ever-evolving landscape of air travel, speed, convenience, and the embrace of biometric technologies have emerged as pivotal factors, redefining the passenger experience. The latest Global Passenger Survey (GPS) conducted by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) unveils a clear pattern: travelers are seeking faster and more seamless journeys, facilitated by the amalgamation of [...]

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]]> https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/30/the-future-of-air-travel-prioritizing-speed-convenience-and-biometric-technology/feed/ 0 Embraer’s Impressive Quarter: Robust Growth in Commercial and Executive Aviation Deliveries https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/28/embraers-impressive-quarter-robust-growth-in-commercial-and-executive-aviation-deliveries/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=embraers-impressive-quarter-robust-growth-in-commercial-and-executive-aviation-deliveries https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/28/embraers-impressive-quarter-robust-growth-in-commercial-and-executive-aviation-deliveries/#respond Sat, 28 Oct 2023 06:38:20 +0000 https://airspace-africa.com/?p=11537 Embraer, has seen an upsurge in its delivery statistics for the third quarter of 2023. With a notable 30% increase in total aircraft deliveries compared to the same period last year, the company’s commercial aviation sector experienced an outstanding 50% surge. The momentum continued in the executive aviation domain, witnessing a commendable 22% rise. The [...]

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]]> https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/28/embraers-impressive-quarter-robust-growth-in-commercial-and-executive-aviation-deliveries/feed/ 0 Swissport Joins Forces with IATA in “Focus Africa” Initiative for Aviation Growth https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/26/swissport-joins-forces-with-iata-in-focus-africa-initiative-for-aviation-growth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=swissport-joins-forces-with-iata-in-focus-africa-initiative-for-aviation-growth https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/26/swissport-joins-forces-with-iata-in-focus-africa-initiative-for-aviation-growth/#respond Thu, 26 Oct 2023 16:41:59 +0000 https://airspace-africa.com/?p=11521 Swissport International, a global leader in cargo handling, has thrown its weight behind the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) groundbreaking “Focus Africa” initiative. This move is set to reshape and invigorate the aviation landscape on the African continent. As a prominent participant in the IATA “Focus Africa” initiative, Swissport is on a mission to enhance [...]

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]]> https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/26/swissport-joins-forces-with-iata-in-focus-africa-initiative-for-aviation-growth/feed/ 0 Navigating the Skies: Decoding East Africa’s Air Travel Metrics https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/29/navigating-the-skies-decoding-east-africas-air-travel-metrics/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=navigating-the-skies-decoding-east-africas-air-travel-metrics https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/29/navigating-the-skies-decoding-east-africas-air-travel-metrics/#respond Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:54:24 +0000 https://airspace-africa.com/?p=11344 East Africa, a region known for its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and economic potential, has been steadily fostering regional integration through the East African Community (EAC). Beyond its picturesque beauty and cultural diversity, East Africa is also a hub of aviation activity.  The analysis company Aerotrail provides Airspace Africa with the comprehensive analysis of airline [...]

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]]> https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/29/navigating-the-skies-decoding-east-africas-air-travel-metrics/feed/ 0 Boeing Forecasts Quadrupled Intra-African Air Traffic Over the Next Two Decades https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/16/boeing-forecasts-quadrupled-intra-african-air-traffic-over-the-next-two-decades/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=boeing-forecasts-quadrupled-intra-african-air-traffic-over-the-next-two-decades https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/16/boeing-forecasts-quadrupled-intra-african-air-traffic-over-the-next-two-decades/#respond Sat, 16 Sep 2023 06:55:09 +0000 https://airspace-africa.com/?p=11219 Boeing, a leading aerospace company, has unveiled its projection for Africa’s aviation sector. According to the recently released 2023 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO), Boeing anticipates a quadrupling of intra-African passenger traffic over the next twenty years. This significant growth, among the highest globally, is set to reshape the continent’s aviation landscape, necessitating the addition of [...]

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]]> https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/16/boeing-forecasts-quadrupled-intra-african-air-traffic-over-the-next-two-decades/feed/ 0 Airbus A321XLR Embarks on Rigorous Route Proving Test Campaign https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/14/airbus-a321xlr-embarks-on-rigorous-route-proving-test-campaign/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=airbus-a321xlr-embarks-on-rigorous-route-proving-test-campaign https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/14/airbus-a321xlr-embarks-on-rigorous-route-proving-test-campaign/#respond Thu, 14 Sep 2023 16:18:24 +0000 https://airspace-africa.com/?p=11210 Airbus has initiated an extensive series of test flights, known as “route proving,” for its A321XLR, with the aim of demonstrating the aircraft’s readiness for certification, series production, and eventual use by airlines. The A321XLR, a variant of the A321 Neo with an extended range, commenced its journey from the Airbus factory in Toulouse on [...]

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]]> https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/14/airbus-a321xlr-embarks-on-rigorous-route-proving-test-campaign/feed/ 0 Emirates Airlines to Resume Flights to Nigeria as Visa Ban Lifted https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/12/emirates-airlines-to-resume-flights-to-nigeria-as-visa-ban-lifted/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=emirates-airlines-to-resume-flights-to-nigeria-as-visa-ban-lifted https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/12/emirates-airlines-to-resume-flights-to-nigeria-as-visa-ban-lifted/#respond Tue, 12 Sep 2023 05:42:41 +0000 https://airspace-africa.com/?p=11176 Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have reached an agreement to put an end to the ongoing diplomatic spat that saw the UAE impose a visa ban on Nigerian travelers and the suspension of flights by Emirates Airlines and Etihad Airlines. This breakthrough comes after a meeting between Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and [...]

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]]> https://airspace-africa.com/2023/09/12/emirates-airlines-to-resume-flights-to-nigeria-as-visa-ban-lifted/feed/ 0 Kenya Proposes Removal of VAT on Helicopters and Aircraft Spare Parts to Boost Aviation Sector https://airspace-africa.com/2023/06/26/kenya-proposes-removal-of-vat-on-helicopters-and-aircraft-spare-parts-to-boost-aviation-sector/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kenya-proposes-removal-of-vat-on-helicopters-and-aircraft-spare-parts-to-boost-aviation-sector https://airspace-africa.com/2023/06/26/kenya-proposes-removal-of-vat-on-helicopters-and-aircraft-spare-parts-to-boost-aviation-sector/#respond Mon, 26 Jun 2023 07:34:50 +0000 https://airspace-africa.com/?p=10460 The Kenyan government is making significant strides to boost the local aviation sector by proposing the removal of the 16% Value Added Tax (VAT) on helicopters, aircraft, spare parts, and simulators. Recognizing the challenges faced by airlines due to high costs, the Treasury proposed the comprehensive removal of VAT on all aircraft and spare parts. [...]

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]]> https://airspace-africa.com/2023/06/26/kenya-proposes-removal-of-vat-on-helicopters-and-aircraft-spare-parts-to-boost-aviation-sector/feed/ 0 OR Tambo International Airport Arrest Highlights Aviation’s Role in Combating illegal Wildlife Trade https://airspace-africa.com/2023/06/24/or-tambo-international-airport-arrest-highlights-aviations-role-in-combating-illegal-wildlife-trade/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=or-tambo-international-airport-arrest-highlights-aviations-role-in-combating-illegal-wildlife-trade https://airspace-africa.com/2023/06/24/or-tambo-international-airport-arrest-highlights-aviations-role-in-combating-illegal-wildlife-trade/#respond Sat, 24 Jun 2023 18:56:26 +0000 https://airspace-africa.com/?p=10449 Aviation’s role in combating the illegal wildlife trade has once again come to the forefront with the recent arrest of a 43-year-old man at OR Tambo International Airport. The suspect was apprehended on 23 June while attempting to board a flight to Vietnam via Qatar, carrying a suitcase filled with lion bones. The arrest at [...]

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