US man who copiloted first nonstop flight around world dies at 85
Burt Rutan was alarmed to see the plane he had designed was so loaded with fuel that the wing tips started dragging along the ground as it taxied down the
Norse Atlantic Airways comes to Cape Town
Norse Atlantic Airways proudly announces the launch of its newest route connecting London Gatwick and Cape Town, set to commence on October 28th, 2024. Norse Atlantic Airways With flights operating
ACSA responds to media reports of jet fuel shortages at its airports
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has noted several recent media reports indicating an impending fuel shortage at some of its airports. Issued by ACSA ACSA was requested to assist on
What has happened to the beloved 737?
The first Boeing 737 took to the skies in April 1967. The twin-engine airliner with its two rows of three-abreast seating was an immediate commercial hit. Passengers loved it and
Biometrics holds the key to smarter digital air travel
New SITA white paper highlights how biometric-driven IT solutions are being successfully rolled out at airports around the world making air travel a seamless experience for the passenger. In 1930,
The SAA Museum Society’s preserved Jumbos
Once regarded as one of the finest airlines in the world, South African Airways/Suid-Afrikaanse Lugdiens, known as SAA, was for many years an industry leader, and an integral part of
Revealed – NASA, Boeing Sustainable Experimental Airliner
As NASA and Boeing enter the early stages of producing the X-66, the first X-plane specifically focused on helping the United States achieve net-zero aviation emissions by 2050, the team
Sikorsky looks to future family of VTOL systems
Hybrid-electric demonstrator will test electrification and autonomy for next-gen products. Sikorsky has unveiled its plan to build, test and fly a hybrid-electric vertical takeoff and landing demonstrator (HEX / VTOL)
British Airways ties up with Cemair in interline agreement
British Airways has signed and implemented an interline agreement with South African regional carrier CemAir that opens up connections to more destinations in South Africa through the airline’s gateways of
Cirrus evolves brand identity
Cirrus has unveiled its newly evolved brand identity to reflect its unending quest for innovation. Cirrus created the Personal Aviation™ category of the general aviation industry with its SR Series
Aero Club South Africa – Air Week 2024
Airweek – Attendance Information Programme: EAA Convention Balloon Night Glow RC model aircraft demonstrations Flying activities during the entire weekend Friday Night Braai and a Bingo game (R25.00 per ticket/board).
Back by popular demand – Airlink’s “bush & beach” direct Mbombela – Vilanculos flights
By popular demand, Airlink, will again provide its peak season “bush & beach” service linking Mbobela’s (formerly Nelspruit) Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport with Vilanculos, Mozambique’s famous coastal resort destination and
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