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THERE IS VERY GOOD NEWS for aspiring pilots. The pilot shortage is going to reach critical levels in the next few years, driving up pay and working conditions as airlines compete to attract and retain pilots. Facebook forum FlyAfrica has many senior and former pilots. A recent discussion is insightful:Read More →

THE SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL DEFENCE FORCE (SANDF) is looking to establish a dedicated disaster response unit. The SANDF is regularly called on to assist with floods, fires and other events. The Chief of the SANDF, General Rudzani Maphwanya, said that the military is looking towards establishing a disaster management unit.Read More →

Jim Davis – Aircraft Accident Report   • This discussion is to promote safety and not to establish liability. • CAA’s report contains padding and repetition, so in the interest of clarity, I have paraphrased extensively. Aircraft registration: ZS-EIV Date and time of accident: 3 May 1999 0445Z Type ofRead More →

Five international air transport and tourism bodies have launched an appeal to international financial institutions, country development partners and international donors to support Africa’s Travel & Tourism sector which employs some 24.6 million people on the African continent. Without urgent funding, the COVID-19 crisis could see a collapse of theRead More →