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Uganda’s national carrier, Uganda Airlines, is navigating a difficult start to 2026 after several aircraft in its small fleet were grounded for maintenance, forcing the airline to temporarily suspend key long-haul services and reshuffle its operations.
Uganda Airlines has officially inaugurated its direct flight service between Entebbe International Airport and London Gatwick. The inaugural flight took off on May 18, 2025, re-establishing a direct air link between Uganda and the United Kingdom for the first time since 2015.
Uganda Airlines has been navigating a complex web of short-term solutions and long-term plans for its fleet expansion. The journey began with a capacity crunch, necessitating a temporary fix that would eventually lead to more sustainable growth.
On the 7th of October, Uganda Airlines will launch flights to India operating on the Entebbe (EBB, Uganda) – Mumbai … More
Uganda Airlines has been trying to launch flights to London for a while now, and all its attempts have currently … More
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