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Nigeria’s Pioneer Airlines secures AOC for unscheduled flights, moves toward scheduled passenger operations

Pioneer Airlines (Bayelsa), Nigeria, has received its air operator’s certificate (AOC) from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority for unscheduled flights, effective May 13. The carrier is now seeking NCA approval to begin scheduled passenger services.

2026-05-18T03:53:44.718008-07:00

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Ethiopian Airlines in preliminary talks with Airbus for A220 and A350-1000 fleet expansion

2026-05-13T04:28:44.738749-07:00

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Uganda Airlines wet-leases two Boeing 737-800s from Ethiopian to stabilize operations

2026-05-14T07:15:37.800132-07:00

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Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts

2026-05-13T23:58:41.888823-07:00

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Tanzania earmarks $109M in 2025/26 transport budget to expand and upgrade Air Tanzania operations The Tanzanian government has allocated TZS283.05 billion (about $109 million) in its 2025/26 transport budget for Air Tanzania (TC) at Dar es Salaam. Funding is aimed at fleet growth and operational/infrastructure improvements to accelerate the state carrier’s expansion.

2026-05-18T05:24:32.225590-07:00

Tanzania earmarks $109M in 2025/26 transport budget to expand and upgrade Air Tanzania operations

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Nigeria’s Pioneer Airlines secures AOC for unscheduled flights, moves toward scheduled passenger operations Pioneer Airlines (Bayelsa), Nigeria, has received its air operator’s certificate (AOC) from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority for unscheduled flights, effective May 13. The carrier is now seeking NCA approval to begin scheduled passenger services.

2026-05-18T03:53:44.718008-07:00

Nigeria’s Pioneer Airlines secures AOC for unscheduled flights, moves toward scheduled passenger operations

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Air Peace plans 737-800 fleet buildout for 2H26 Nigeria’s Air Peace is reportedly set to add Boeing 737-800 aircraft in 2H26, signaling further narrowbody capacity expansion. The move will likely deepen the carrier’s single-aisle fleet scale as it continues to adjust aircraft availability against Nigeria’s volatile operating cost environment.

2026-05-15T02:21:37.903499-07:00

Air Peace plans 737-800 fleet buildout for 2H26

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Uganda Airlines wet-leases two Boeing 737-800s from Ethiopian to stabilize operations Uganda Airlines has taken delivery of the first of two Boeing 737-800 aircraft under a short-term wet lease from Ethiopian Airlines, aimed at restoring capacity after the grounding of two of its aircraft. The carrier also points to renewed route momentum, including plans for a 10-year growth push covering 32 routes.

2026-05-14T07:15:37.800132-07:00

Uganda Airlines wet-leases two Boeing 737-800s from Ethiopian to stabilize operations

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Air Mauritius’ “Game Changer” plan weighs A321neo/B737 MAX narrowbodies alongside A350-900 expansion Air Mauritius’ CEO says the carrier is considering smaller narrowbodies—including A321-200NX(LR)/A321LR-class options or B737 MAX types—as part of a fleet modernization plan it calls “Game Changer.” The strategy is also reported to include adding three A350-900s by 2028 to strengthen its widebody segment.

2026-05-14T03:41:00.580230-07:00

Air Mauritius’ “Game Changer” plan weighs A321neo/B737 MAX narrowbodies alongside A350-900 expansion

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Medsky Airways adds wet-leased Embraer E190 via Marathon Airlines ACMI Libyan private carrier Medsky Airways is temporarily strengthening its operational capacity by integrating a wet-leased Embraer E190 on lease-with-crew terms from Greek ACMI and charter specialist Marathon Airlines.

2026-05-14T02:06:40.751382-07:00

Medsky Airways adds wet-leased Embraer E190 via Marathon Airlines ACMI

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Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts Eswatini Air has warned that looming fuel shortages may compel reductions to its flight schedule. The carrier’s notice highlights the operational risk airlines face when fuel availability tightens, with knock-on effects for capacity planning and passenger connectivity.

2026-05-13T23:58:41.888823-07:00

Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts

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Global airlines and investors signal interest in Ghana’s planned national flag carrier ahead of May 29 partner deadline AviationGhana reports that international airlines and aviation investors are showing interest in Ghana’s planned new national carrier as the country moves toward a May 29 proposal deadline for strategic partners. The tender is positioned to shape the carrier’s ownership structure and early route/fleet strategy.

2026-05-13T09:13:02.761256-07:00

Global airlines and investors signal interest in Ghana’s planned national flag carrier ahead of May 29 partner deadline

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Nigeria’s Pioneer Airlines secures AOC for unscheduled flights, moves toward scheduled passenger operations

Ethiopian Airlines in preliminary talks with Airbus for A220 and A350-1000 fleet expansion

Uganda Airlines wet-leases two Boeing 737-800s from Ethiopian to stabilize operations

Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts

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