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• 19/09/2022 06:50

Emirates hopes partnering with United will evolve into Joint Venture

Emirates president Tim Clark would like to see the airline’s newly minted partnership with United Airlines evolve into a joint venture similar to its relationship with Qantas.

During an event on Sept. 14 to mark the creation of a new codeshare agreement between the two airlines,… read more

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• 18/09/2022 22:28

TAAG: Cargo revenues already 20% above annual forecast with 4 months to go

Since 2020, cargo revenues of TAAG Angola Airlines, the Angolan national airline, continue to grow. Growth in 2022 is already well above the targets set.

TAAG's cargo business is doing well. Between January and August 2022, this segment produced around USD 67 million in revenue, reveals a company press release published on Tuesda… read more

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• 16/09/2022 20:32

Air Senegal cancels launch of Accra, reduces several African and European destinations

In recent months, Air Senegal has experienced several upheavals. Between managerial changes and an increase in technical incidents, the company's operations have been disrupted.

Contrary to what was planned, Air Senegal still does not serve Ghana. The launch of its Dakar - Accra route, which was to take place on 2 S… read more

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• 16/09/2022 20:30

ProFlight Zambia makes Malawi its second international destination

Operating since 2011, ProFlight Zambia has so far been heavily focused on the domestic market. The Zambian private carrier is now eyeing the international niche where there is competition.

On 1 June 2023, ProFlight Zambia is expected to launch a Lusaka - Mfuwe - Lilongwe route. The private carrier is planning three weekly … read more

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• 16/09/2022 20:27

AFRAA forges close engagement with Nigerian member airlines

The Secretary General of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), Mr. Abdérahmane Berthé, in a bid to foster closer engagement with member airlines in Nigeria, met the CEO of Air Peace, Barr. Allen Onyema, the CEO of Allied Air – Capt. Valentine Tongo and the CEO of Overland Airways – Capt. Edward Boyo for “AFRAA Member Airline CEOs Lead… read more

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• 16/09/2022 20:27

Emirates increases frequencies to Algeria

The Algerian government continues to relax travel restrictions. This measure has resulted in the restoration of air links between Algeria and the rest of the world, but also the return of foreign companies, such as Emirates.

Emirates is densifying its offer to Algeria. From 7 October, the national Emirati airline will rein… read more

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• 16/09/2022 20:22

Brussels Airlines suspends Monrovia flights

Brussels Airlines is forced to cancel its flights between Brussels Airport, Belgium and Monrovia Airport, Liberia until further notice. In a statement to Liberian newspapers, the Belgian airline explained that it had to take the drastic measure as the airport lacks proper approach and landing systems in accordance with the airline’… read more

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• 16/09/2022 19:27

ASKY Airlines ajoute Sao Tomé et Principe à son réseau

Sao Tome and Principe is the least connected African country by air. Currently, the Central African island nation is only connected to two African capitals, Luanda and Accra. The departure of Gabon's Afrijet earlier this year has further exacerbated the country's isolation. ASKY Airlines is expected to address this situation in the… read more

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• 16/09/2022 05:32

United and Emirates announce their codeshare plans

United Airlines and Emirates will launch a broad codeshare and interlining partnership in the coming months. In conjunction with the move, United will begin daily service between Newark and Dubai in March.

The carriers also will begin a loyalty program partnership, providing United MileagePlus members with the opportunity to … read more

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• 16/09/2022 05:31

QR to deploy Airbus A380 on Doha-Perth route

Qatar Airways plans to operate Airbus A380 aircraft on the Doha (… read more