Supporting the Unsung Heroes of Aviation – The Story of Mayday-SA
In the high-pressure world of aviation, safety is paramount, but the wellbeing of those who ensure that safety often goes overlooked. In South Africa, a remarkable volunteer-based organisation is changing that. Mayday-SA is a confidential, peer-based support network dedicated to...
UNEP and ICAO Launch $82.5 Million Project to Eliminate Harmful Firefighting Foams in African Airports
UNEP and ICAO launch $82.5m project to phase out toxic PFAS firefighting foams in African airports, setting a global benchmark for safe, sustainable aviation.
Mango Breathes its Last Breath
Mango Airlines has flown its last flight, leaving a gap in South Africa’s budget travel market, even as SAA experiences unprecedented growth. Discover the impact on domestic flights and tourism.
Court Victory: Sakeliga Wins BEE Case Against Air Services Regulator
Sakeliga secures a landmark Pretoria High Court ruling declaring it unlawful to tie air service licences to B-BBEE or race-based criteria—protecting commercial freedom, aviation safety, and fair access to air services in South Africa.
Braking Action Intelligence – The Next Frontier in Runway Safety
Real-time runway friction reporting could transform aviation safety in Africa. We explore ICAO’s Global Reporting Format, IFALPA’s concerns, and the technical hurdles to turning aircraft into live braking action sensors.
Supporting the Unsung Heroes of Aviation – The Story of Mayday-SA
Discover how Mayday-SA is leading the way in aviation mental health support, helping pilots and frontline staff stay safe, resilient, and heard.
Joby Achieves the First Piloted eVTOL Air Taxi Flight Between Two Public Airports
Joby completes first piloted eVTOL air taxi flight between two public airports, marking a key milestone in aviation readiness and urban air mobility.
Greene Tweed to Deliver Advanced Thermoplastic Composite Components for Next-Generation Jet Engines
Greene Tweed secures a 10-year aerospace agreement to supply lightweight Xycomp® DLF™ thermoplastic composite components for next-generation jet engines.
AFG Aviation Ireland Limited Expands African Footprint with CRJ1000 Finance Lease to Nigeria’s Cally Air
AFG Aviation Ireland delivers two CRJ1000 aircraft on finance lease to Cally Air, boosting fleet growth and regional connectivity in Nigeria and West Africa.
Growthpoint and FlySafair Launch Industry-First Travel Benefit for Joburg Office Tenants
Growthpoint Properties has partnered with FlySafair to launch SmartFlight, an industry-first travel benefit for Johannesburg office tenants, allowing up to 30% of tenant installation allowances to be converted into blockchain-based flight vouchers for business travel.
The Children’s Flight 2025: A Decade of Inspiration
Fly. Feed. Love. Inspire. On 25 July, 1,000 children experienced the magic of flight for the first time at Wonderboom Airport. Supported by 111 aircraft, 175 sponsors, and a committed community of pilots and volunteers.
The Children’s Flight 2025 marked ten years of transforming young lives through aviation. Led by Felix Gosher and his dedicated team, the event continues to demonstrate the incredible impact of collective goodwill and the aviation community’s capacity to inspire.
It was a privilege to witness such a powerful moment and to see the joy it brought to each child. We’re already looking forward to 2026.
