South African Airways (SAA) has announced a significant milestone in its fleet expansion efforts, with the recent addition of two Airbus A320s leased from AerCap, an Ireland-based leasing giant. These arrivals bring the airline’s fleet size to 20, reinforcing its operational capacity and market presence.
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), headquartered in Egypt, has announced plans to bolster Nigerian airlines by providing 25 aircraft through its leasing subsidiary. This initiative is aimed at addressing the critical need for fleet modernization and capacity enhancement in Nigeria’s aviation sector.
Kenya Airways, the national carrier of Kenya, has resumed trading its shares after a suspension that lasted nearly five years. The suspension was initially implemented as part of a comprehensive restructuring effort to revive the struggling airline and address its financial challenges. The process aimed to reduce the airline’s reliance on state resources and restore its…
Ibom Air, Nigeria’s leading airline, has announced its strategic plan to transition to an all-Airbus A220 fleet as part of its expansion goals within Africa. This shift underscores the carrier’s commitment to modernizing its fleet and improving operational efficiency to meet growing passenger demand across the continent.
Astral Aviation, a leading cargo airline based in Kenya, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Boeing 737-400F, identified by serial number 27082. The aircraft is leased from Avmax Aircraft Leasing (Canada) and will bolster Astral’s growing cargo operations across Africa and beyond.
