Air Côte d’Ivoire Takes Delivery of First A330neo and anounces flights to Paris

Air Côte d’Ivoire received its first Airbus A330-900neo, marking a historic milestone as the airline’s first-ever wide-body aircraft and a foundational step in its long-haul expansion strategy.

United Nigeria secures aircraft from Southwest Airlines

United Nigeria and US-based Southwest Airlines have reached an aircraft purchase agreement, with United Nigeria acquiring 6 Boeing 737-800s formerly operated by Southwest Airlines and options for 4 additional aircraft.

Air Zimbabwe Launches Harare – Mutare Flights Ahead of Tourism Expo

Air Zimbabwe has launched a new domestic route linking Harare and Mutare using a leased ATR 42-500.

Air Peace adds more aircraft and eyes new destinations

Air Peace recently welcomed its fourth Boeing 777-200ER, registered 5N-CEG, on 22 August 2025, touching down at Lagos’s Murtala Muhammed International Airport after ferrying from Teruel, Spain.

Madagascar‑Registered UDAAN Used as Front for Iran to Acquire Five Boeing 777s

In a dramatic expose, several international aviation authorities have confirmed that Iran has secretly added five Boeing 777‑200ER widebodies to its fleet by routing them through a Madagascar‑registered shell entity named UDAAN Aviation, in apparent defiance of U.S. and EU sanctions.

Kenya Airways and WestJet Ink Interline Agreement to Propel Africa – Canada Connectivity

Kenya Airways and WestJet have announced a landmark interline agreement, unlocking seamless travel between North America and Africa via integrated booking, baggage, and scheduling solutions.

Precision Air Crash Survivors Seek Compensation

In the aftermath of the tragic crash of Precision Air Flight 494 on November 6, 2022, survivors and the families of the 19 victims have initiated legal proceedings seeking compensation for the losses and injuries sustained.

Mozambique Hires Knighthood Global to Rescue LAM

The Mozambican government has enlisted Abu Dhabi-based consultancy Knighthood Global to lead a 90-day rescue and restructuring mission for LAM – Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, the country’s struggling national airline.