South Africa’s Airlink Acquires Additional E175 Aircraft
This marks the third E175 aircraft that Airlink has added to its fleet this year, with the deal finalized with the same lessor, Falko.
Air Botswana Takes Delivery of Its First Embraer E175
At 13 years old, Air Botswana's E175 was acquired from the lessor Regional One and was previously operated by the now-defunct UK regional airline Flybe.
Egypt’s Alexandria Airlines Reintroduces Its Boeing 777 After 3-Month Lease
Alexandria Airlines's 777 has been fully utilized in recent months for transporting Hajj pilgrims from various countries in Asia, Europe, and Africa.
Air Sénégal Stops US flights, also pauses services to Cotonou, Douala and Libreville
Caught in operational and financial challenges, Air Sénégal is once again reducing its network. Starting from September 19, the Senegalese national carrier will suspend its route between Dakar and New York.
The Rise of Aircraft Maintenance in Africa: Challenges and Opportunities
In a rapidly expanding commercial aviation market in Africa, the importance of Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) of aircraft is more crucial than ever.
Bayelsa State Government in Nigeria Plans Purchase of Commercial Aircraft
The Bayelsa State Government has announced its plan to purchase a commercial aircraft for Bayelsa International Airport, a move aimed at ensuring regular flights and full operation of the facility.
Carlyle Aviation Threatens to Reclaim Four Aircraft from Air Sénégal Over $10 Million Debt
American leasing firm Carlyle Aviation has been granted a court order to immobilize four aircraft leased to Air Sénégal, due to outstanding payments amounting to $10 million. According to reports from Africa Intelligence, this ruling was issued by a U.S. court on August 21, 2024, and includes two Airbus A319-100s and
Somali Aviation Authority Warns FlyDubai and Ethiopian Airlines Over Sovereignty Issues
The Somali Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) has issued stern warnings to both FlyDubai and Ethiopian Airlines, accusing them of actions that undermine Somalia's sovereignty.The SCAA alleges that both airlines have misrepresented Somali destinations on their platforms, notably listing Hargeisa as part of So