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Air Seychelles commits to A321XLRs and weighs domestic upgauge

Air Seychelles has committed to Airbus A321XLRs, signaling a push to expand long-range capability and route flexibility. The airline is also weighing changes to its domestic capacity mix, including an “upgauge” option to better match local demand patterns.

2026-06-29T12:12:09.171213-07:00

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Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority awards AOCs to Fly-Pyatic and Rocket Aviation Services for non-scheduled operations

2026-06-29T10:40:09.474083-07:00

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Air Algérie to introduce Boeing 737-8 in early 4Q26

2026-06-29T06:26:12.302339-07:00

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Tanzania plans to open three airports by end-3Q26 after government development projects

2026-06-29T04:55:25.142312-07:00

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Air Seychelles commits to A321XLRs and weighs domestic upgauge Air Seychelles has committed to Airbus A321XLRs, signaling a push to expand long-range capability and route flexibility. The airline is also weighing changes to its domestic capacity mix, including an “upgauge” option to better match local demand patterns.

2026-06-29T12:12:09.171213-07:00

Air Seychelles commits to A321XLRs and weighs domestic upgauge

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Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority awards AOCs to Fly-Pyatic and Rocket Aviation Services for non-scheduled operations Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has awarded air operator certificates (AOCs) to Fly-Pyatic and Rocket Aviation Services, authorizing both to start non-scheduled commercial flight operations in the country. The approvals mark the NCAA’s expansion of licensed operators for ad-hoc service.

2026-06-29T10:40:09.474083-07:00

Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority awards AOCs to Fly-Pyatic and Rocket Aviation Services for non-scheduled operations

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Air Algérie to introduce Boeing 737-8 in early 4Q26 Air Algérie plans to debut the Boeing 737-8 in early fourth quarter 2026, according to ch-aviation. The move signals a fleet update timeline tied to the 737 MAX-family delivery window for the carrier’s medium-haul capacity planning.

2026-06-29T06:26:12.302339-07:00

Air Algérie to introduce Boeing 737-8 in early 4Q26

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Tanzania plans to open three airports by end-3Q26 after government development projects Passenger operations are expected to begin at three Tanzanian airports by September 2026, following completion of government development projects launched at the start of the decade. The timeline points to a coordinated ramp-up of new airport capacity ahead of the 2026 operating season.

2026-06-29T04:55:25.142312-07:00

Tanzania plans to open three airports by end-3Q26 after government development projects

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Botswana signs the Artemis Accords, joining NASA’s framework for responsible lunar exploration Botswana has signed the Artemis Accords, committing to the NASA-led set of principles and best practices for responsible space exploration. The move adds another African state to the growing Artemis partnership ecosystem, reinforcing the Accords’ push for transparent and peaceful use of outer space.

2026-06-25T13:56:25.748717-07:00

Botswana signs the Artemis Accords, joining NASA’s framework for responsible lunar exploration

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Tanzania’s AirMuj secures Gabon AOC, sets sights on Kenya Tanzania-based AirMuj has won an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) in Gabon, positioning the carrier for regional expansion. The move also signals an intent to build route momentum toward Kenya, leveraging the new authorization to pursue cross-border growth.

2026-06-25T10:56:57.196998-07:00

Tanzania’s AirMuj secures Gabon AOC, sets sights on Kenya

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EBAA backs SAF book-and-claim push that could extend eligibility to non-EU airports The African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA/EBAA) praised an “encouraging direction” in ongoing lobbying efforts around SAF book-and-claim, saying it could broaden the scheme’s coverage beyond EU airports. The development is positioned as a potential unlock for business aviation sustainability accounting and compliance planning.

2026-06-25T06:41:32.923941-07:00

EBAA backs SAF book-and-claim push that could extend eligibility to non-EU airports

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EgyptAir to finalise fleet growth plan in 2H26 EgyptAir says it will finalise the details of its fleet growth in the second half of 2026 (2H26), signaling an upcoming decision window on aircraft requirements and timing. The move sets expectations for what comes next in its capacity and fleet planning cycle.

2026-06-25T04:26:54.426694-07:00

EgyptAir to finalise fleet growth plan in 2H26

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Air Seychelles commits to A321XLRs and weighs domestic upgauge

Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority awards AOCs to Fly-Pyatic and Rocket Aviation Services for non-scheduled operations

Air Algérie to introduce Boeing 737-8 in early 4Q26

Tanzania plans to open three airports by end-3Q26 after government development projects

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