Africa

Russian Helicopters and Denel Aviation of South Africa have opened a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) centre in South Africa for Russian-built helicopters, strengthening Russian Helicopters' position in the African market.
Aerospace

Chapman Freeborn Airchartering has announced it has secured a new strategic cooperation agreement with Lufthansa Cargo - one of the world's leading cargo carriers.
Air Transport

KwaZulu-Natal Province (KZN) in South Africa will play host to the 21st World Route Development Forum (World Routes) at ICC Durban from 20th -22nd September 2015. This marks the first time in its history that the event has been held in Africa.
Aerospace

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in Lusaka is rapidly becoming a bit of a nightmare for Emirates Airline.
Airports & Networks

The introduction of Airbus A340-600 flights between London and Johannesburg during South Africa's peak season has provided a welcome boost in capacity for Virgin Atlantic Cargo on one of its most in-demand routes.
Air Transport

The Bombardier CSeries is on target to achieve first flight within the next three months according to president Guy Hachet.
Air Transport

Glenn Hawley has been appointed director, service centre network for Vector Aerospace Engine Services – Atlantic, which includes the company's operations in Nairobi.
Maintenance & Training

Angola-based handling operator, Bestfly is underway with the building of a hangar at Luanda International Airport.
Business Aviation

Bombardier Aerospace will be participating in the first North African edition of the World Investment Conference, which runs from 20-22 March, 2013 in Marrakesh, Morocco.
Aerospace

Dassault Falcon's new FalconBroadcast airborne health monitoring service is now available on all Falcon 2000 and Falcon 900 models equipped with the EASy cockpit, the French manufacturer said today.
MRO

The Nigerian government has approved Associated Air Center (AAC) to become an authorized maintenance organisation at its large transport category VIP completions centre in Dallas, Texas.
MRO

Royal Jet has officially launched its bespoke travel division Royal Jet Luxury Vacations (RJLV) in the Seychelles Islands
Business Aviation

In-flight entertainment provider, IFE Services, has announced that it is supplying Emirates with a broad selection of African movies.
Emerging Technologies

Nextant Aerospace, maker of the light business jet Nextant 400XT, has bolstered its sales presence in Africa with the appointment of a new African and Middle East sales director
Maintenance & Training

Egyptian low cost carrier Air Cairo is to launch direct flights from the Egyptian bases at Alexandria and Assyut to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, starting March 25th.
Airports & Networks

IATA's latest figures on premium travel (business and first class) has seen growth, particularly in African and the Middle East markets.
Air Transport

Evergreen Apple (EAN)the Lagos-based fully integrated FBO service provider is to present Nigeria's first ever dedicated business aviation conference on may 7.
Business Aviation

Evergreen Apple Nigeria (EAN), the Lagos-based fully integrated FBO service provider, is to hold Nigeria's first ever dedicated Business Aviation conference on Tuesday May 7 2013.
Business Aviation

Kenya's Phoenix Aviation has added three Caravan 208Bs to its fleet to support ongoing growth and operational efficiencies.
Business Aviation

Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles, today reported a net profit of US$1 million for the 2012 financial year.
Air Transport

fastjet has filed a letter of intent with the liquidators of 1Time in Johannesburg, South Africa, to enable the liquidators to negotiate a compromise settlement with the creditors. This is a major step towards the acquisition of 1Time and the launch of fastjet flights in South Africa.
Air Transport

Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, has announced that it is extending its footprint in Africa with a new distributor operation in Tunisia.
Airports & Networks

Senior management from Nigeria's Dana Air are currently meeting the country's civil aviation authority following a ban on the airline's operations.
Air Transport

Nearly one in five pilots believe Africa will enjoy aviation growth of more than 40% over the next decade.
Maintenance & Training

Emirate Touch Aviation Services is leasing two 737-300 aircraft from Nigerian carrier Arik Air for cargo operations.
Air Transport