Mali: Presidential Jet Scandal – Several Former Ministers Sentenced to Prison
On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, the Special Assize Court of Bamako delivered a landmark verdict in the so-called “Presidential Jet” affair. Bouaré Fily Sissoko, former Minister of Economy and
Nigeria’s Xejet Adds Gulfstream G600
Nigerian private carrier Xejet is expanding its operational portfolio. After focusing primarily on scheduled domestic flights operated in an all-business-class configuration,
Nigeria: Flybird Earns Aicraft Maintenance Approval
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has awarded Flybird Aircraft Management Services Limited with an Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) certification. This milestone authorizes Flybird to deliver aircraft maintenance services that meet both national and international aviation standards.
Equatorial Guinea: Cronos Airlines Begins Embraer Legacy 600 Ops
Cronos Airlines has launched operations with its first-ever VIP aircraft, an Embraer Legacy 600. According t
Eq Guinea’s Cronos Airlines Secures First Legacy 600
Equatorial Guinean carrier Cronos Airlines is preparing to take a significant step in the diversification of its fleet.
South African Court Greenlights Sale of Fugitive Pastor’s Luxury Jet
In a significant ruling, South Africa’s High Court has authorized the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to sell a private jet owned by Shepherd Bushiri, a Malawian pastor wanted for fraud and money laundering. The decision advances efforts to seize assets tied to the controversial figure’s alleged criminal activi
Nigeria’s VivaJets Secures AOC
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) to VivaJets, the company announced on Monday, April 7, 2025.
Nigeria’s Izy Air Grows Fleet with New Challenger 604
Nigerian carrier Izy Air has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of a Bombardier Challenger 604, which touched down in Lagos on February 26, 2025, after a transatlantic journey.
Ethiopian Airlines Steps into Business Aviation with First BBJ Acquisition
Ethiopian Airlines has taken a significant step into the business aviation sector with the acquisition of its first Boeing 737-800 BBJ2
Nigeria’s Flybird Adds New Hawker 800XP
Flybird Aircraft Management Services Limited, a Nigerian aircraft management company, has recently expanded its fleet with the addition of a Hawker 800XP. The plane touched down in Abuja on March 1, 2025, arriving from S