The 57th Annual General Meeting and Summit of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) are underway in the Angolan capital Luanda under the theme “Sustainable Skies, a Connected Africa.” Running from 30 November to 2 December, the event is organised in partnership with the national carrier TAAG Angola Airlines. This gathering brings together AFRAA member airlines,…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has imposed a N5 million fine on Qatar Airways over consumer protection-related infractions. The Director, Consumer Protection and Public Affairs, Michael Achimugu, who disclosed this on his X handle, said letters of investigation (LOI) have also been sent to the airline over other cases that might lead to further…
Emirates Airlines and South African Airways have strengthened their nearly 30-year partnership with plans for a fully reciprocal codeshare agreement ahead of the festive travel rush. The move, according to the airlines, is designed to expand connectivity for passengers and boost traffic across both airlines’ networks. This was made known in a statement made available…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has issued a strong warning to air travellers over the carriage of dangerous and prohibited items onto aircraft, citing recent incidents that have endangered passengers and airport personnel. Speaking during a press briefing in Lagos to mark the FAAN Safety Week, the Managing Director of FAAN, Mrs. Olubunmi…
Air Peace, West and Central Africa’s largest airline, has taken a major step in modernising its fleet with the arrival of a dry-leased Boeing 737-700 NG from AerCap, the world’s largest aircraft leasing company. The transaction marks Nigeria’s first dry lease in almost ten years and showcases growing international confidence in the country’s aviation sector….
