Emirates will introduce its 298-seat Airbus A350 on daily EK709 and EK710 flights between Dubai and Mauritius from November 1, 2026, replacing the Boeing 777 and bringing its latest Business Class and Premium Economy cabins to the route.
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British Airways returns to Tanzania on May 29, 2027, with three weekly London Gatwick flights to Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar through October 31.
Ethiopian Airlines cabin crew salaries in 2026 consist of a base salary together with flying pay, international allowances, layover payments and operational incentives.
Algeria’s move to end its air services agreement with the UAE threatens Emirates’ Dubai–Algiers flights, highlighting how diplomatic tensions can quickly affect international aviation routes.
Skytrax’s 2025 list of the best low-cost airlines in Africa showcases the carriers leading this transformation, combining efficiency with competitive pricing.
Aviation-content creator Josh Cahill recently accused national carrier Air Côte d’Ivoire (HF) of “downgrade, scam, and censorship” after what he described as a chaotic experience aboard the airline’s inaugural long-haul flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Félix‑Houphouët‑Boigny International Airport (ABJ).
Akasa Air (QP) is evaluating new routes across East Africa and beyond, targeting destinations like Kenya (NBO), Egypt (CAI), and Ethiopia (ADD).
Air Côte d’Ivoire (HF), the national carrier of Côte d’Ivoire, has received its first Airbus A330-900 aircraft.
RwandAir to suspend all flights from Kigali to Mumbai (BOM) from March 15, aligning with its ongoing service improvement strategy.