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• 21/11/2023 06:59

1.68 billion USD in airline revenues blocked in African countries

Africa's aviation industry is facing a major problem that is having a serious impact on its operations and regional connectivity: stranded airline funds. At September's count, an alarming $1.68 billion in airline revenues remained blocked across the continent, out of a global total of $2.36 billion.

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• 20/11/2023 07:46

Air Peace asserts innocence amidst visa controversy

..177 Passengers Denied Entry to Jeddah, COO Emphasizes Adherence to Protocols

Air Peace airline asserts that the cancellation of visas for 177 out of 264 passengers traveling to Jeddah on November 12, 2023, was not the airline’s fault.

Chief Operating Officer Air Peace, Toyin Olajide emphasizes that Air Peace, as an ex… read more

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• 20/11/2023 07:35

Exploring the Skies: Asky CEO Unveils the Profitable Pan-African Journey After 13 Years in...

The CEO, Asky Esayas WoldeMariam Hailu discusses Aviation in West Africa with the Publisher of Atqnews on a flight to Nairobi Kenya.

Asky has been around for 10 years or more. Is Asky a profitable airline?

Yes, Asky was established in the year 2010 and now it is 13 years young and Asky is a profitable airline. It is not only profitab… read more

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• 16/11/2023 22:02

Condor and Emirates announce interline partnership

Condor and Emirates have activated their reciprocal interline agreement, enabling seamless connectivity across 70 routes in Europe, Africa, Asia, Australasia, and the Middle East. Passengers can now enjoy streamlined ticket fares an… read more

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• 16/11/2023 07:40

Ethiopian Airlines commits to a further 11 Airbus A350-900 aircraft

Ethiopian Airlines Group solidifies its commitment to expansion by signing a Memorandum of Understanding for an additional 11 Airbus A350-900s at the Dubai Airshow. This new agreement brings the airline’s total order book for … read more

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• 15/11/2023 21:10

Air Peace faces visa setback as Saudi Arabia cancels entry for 264 passengers from...

Air Peace, Nigeria’s major carrier, faced a setback when Saudi Arabia unexpectedly canceled the visas of all 264 passengers arriving in Jeddah from Kano. Despite a smooth journey from Lagos to Kano and then to Jeddah, the Saudi authorities insisted that the airline return the passengers to Nigeria.

The passengers, along with … read more

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• 15/11/2023 07:47

Ethiopian Airlines purchases 11 Boeing 787s and 20 Boeing 737 MAX during Dubai Air Show

Ethiopian Airlines and Boeing have finalized an agreement for the purchase of 11 Boeing 787 Dreamliner and 20 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. This landmark deal, announced today during the Dubai Air Show, is the largest-ever order of Boeing airplanes by an African carrier.

The order includes an option for Ethiopian Airlines to acqui… read more

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• 14/11/2023 06:46

Africa United Airlines resumes operations after a month's suspension

Africa United Airlines began operating on 14 September 2023. However, just one month later, on 9 October, the private Gabonese airline was forced to suspend its flights by order of Gabon's National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC).

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• 13/11/2023 21:17

FlyNamibia announces three new regional routes including Angola and Zimbabwe from April 2

Rebranded in November 2021, FlyNamibia (formerly Fly Westair) mainly serves the Namibian domestic network. Having consolidated its position as leader in the domestic market, the private Namibian airline, which has been 40%-owned by South African airline Airlink since last year, is now aiming for regional expansion.

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• 12/11/2023 20:43

Aircrafts not optimally utilised in Nigeria – United Nigeria chairman

Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, the Chairman, United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) in this interview with OLUSEGUN KOIKI, speaks about the minimum six aircraft policy of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), delays and cancellations and the plan of the airline to commence regional and international operations. Excerpts:

Sir, what is your opin… read more