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TAAG Angola Airlines Delays Accra Service Resumption

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 14:54:07 +0000

TAAG Angola Airlines has rescheduled the resumption of its Luanda to Accra service. Originally set for a September 2023 comeback, the airline now aims to launch this crucial route on January 17, 2024, as observed by Aeroroutes. The story began with great optimism when TAAG’s maiden flight touched down at Kotoka International Airport in Accra [...]

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Air France’s Planned Resumption to Mali Delayed Amid Local Authorities’ Requests

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 08:50:12 +0000

Air France’s planned return to Bamako, the capital of Mali, following a two-month suspension is now uncertain. The French airline initially announced its intention to resume service to Bamako starting on October 13, 2023. However, amid ongoing political tensions and additional requests from the Malian authorities, the airline has postponed the resumption until further notice. [...]

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Air Senegal Achieves IOSA Certification for Enhanced Safety and Quality

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 05:59:07 +0000

Air Senegal has announced its attainment of the prestigious IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) certification. This certification, issued by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), serves as a hallmark of quality and safety, earned after a comprehensive audit covering an impressive 1057 checkpoints across eight critical domains. These encompass quality management systems, safety protocols, organizational [...]

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Nigeria’s ValueJet Secures First CRJ200 Freighter, Pioneering West Africa’s Cargo Industry

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Tue, 30 May 2023 05:59:16 +0000

ValueJet the Nigerian startup airline that made headlines with its “first flight free” promotion, is now making waves in the cargo industry. The airline has successfully secured its first CRJ200 converted freighter, marking a significant milestone for both the carrier and West Africa’s cargo operations. The aircraft, bearing the registration 5N-CBZ, was ferried from the [...]

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British Airways to Increase Flights to Accra, Ghana, Expanding Travel Options for Passengers

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Sat, 27 May 2023 08:34:12 +0000

British Airways has recently announced its plans to enhance its services to Accra, Ghana, following improved route performance metrics. Effective from the onset of the IATA Winter 2023 season, (October 29) the airline will increase its flights to Accra, offering passengers greater flexibility and choice in their travel arrangements. This expansion aims to meet the [...]

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Air Senegal Weighs Options as Delivery Delay Causes Uncertainty for Airbus A220 Lease

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 14:51:06 +0000

Air Senegal is reportedly cancelling the lease of five Airbus A220 planes from Macquarie AirFinance due to a delay in delivery of two planes scheduled to arrive last December, according to the Italia Vola website. The delay was caused by issues related to the availability of Pratt & Whitney PW1000G engines and new maintenance intervals [...]

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Ghana to launch national carrier in 2023

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 10:44:08 +0000

During the pandemic, the West African country Ghana stuck to the plan to build a new national airline. According to multiple reports, the government has chosen the definitive name to be called GhanaAirlines and plans are underway for its launch in 2023. A selection of names such as Akwaaba Airlines, Black Star Airlines, and Kente [...]

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Kenya Airways to Reintroduce Accra to Dakar sector

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:07:02 +0000

Kenya Airways will resume operations on the Nairobi-Accra-Dakar route, increasing the overall frequencies for Dakar from 2X-weekly to 4X-weekly. From 11 December, Kenya Airways will link the Ghanaian capital Accra with Senegal, a sector last operated until August 2014. Operated by the Boeing 737-800 aircraft, this routing will be served twice weekly. Flight schedule is [...]

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Several West African Airports Paralysed by ongoing Air Traffic Controllers Strike

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Sat, 24 Sep 2022 13:49:39 +0000

A 48-hour strike by African air traffic controllers, which began yesterday, is paralyzing traffic at several West African airports, notably that of Abidjan where all commercial flights have been canceled. The strike grounded flights in and out of West and Central Africa on Friday, causing chaos for passengers traveling to the different parts of the [...]

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Afrijet Orders another ATR72-600 to Grow its Regional Services

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Thu, 21 Jul 2022 13:50:51 +0000

ATR has finalised the sale of another ATR 72-600 to Gabonese carrier Afrijet, to be delivered before the end of the year, the airline disclosed during the 2022 Farnborough Air Show. The order will bring the -600 fleet size to six ATR 72-600 by 2023, allowing the opening of new routes and increasing frequency. Regional [...]

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