https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/583.html South Africa Aviation news 15 Aviation news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/583.html en-us Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:59:21 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/etihad-expands-southern-africa-reach-with-fastjet-zimbabwe-deal-175356a Etihad Airways has signed a partnership with Fastjet Zimbabwe to expand connectivity across southern Africa through a new interline agreement, codeshare partnership and future frequent flyer collaboration. 1-269808 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:32:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Aviation South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/uae-oil-company-agrees-to-r16bn-deal-to-buy-shells-sa-fuel-stations-175536a After more than a century, South Africans will officially say goodbye to Shell retail fuel stations as Abu Dhabi-based oil company Adnoc agrees to acquire them in a R16bn deal. 1-269638 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:03:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Aviation South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/latam-launches-direct-cape-town-sao-paulo-route-397828a Latam Airlines has launched its inaugural direct service between Cape Town and São Paulo, marking a significant expansion of air connectivity between South Africa and Latin America. The route is expected to support tourism growth, facilitate trade and investment, and strengthen Cape Town's position as a gateway to the region. 1-269573 Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:51:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Aviation South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/african-airlines-lead-global-air-cargo-growth-in-may-519470a According to the International Air Transport Association (Iata), global air cargo demand increased by 6% year-on-year in May 2026 as trade and manufacturing activity continued to support the market. African airlines recorded the strongest regional growth, while carriers in the Middle East remained under pressure as conflict continued to disrupt air cargo operations. 1-269436 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Aviation South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/cemair-signs-interline-agreement-with-air-europa-953514a CemAir has signed a unilateral interline agreement with Spanish carrier Air Europa, expanding travel options between Southern Africa and destinations across Europe and the Americas. 1-269234 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:18:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Aviation South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/new-aviation-hub-set-to-open-in-the-swartland-620611a Atlantic Aerodrome, a new general aviation facility located in the Swartland, is scheduled to open in September 2026, offering dedicated infrastructure and hangarage for aircraft owners, operators and aviation businesses. 1-269181 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Aviation South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/cape-winelands-airport-secures-strategic-project-status-845063a The Cape Winelands Airport development has been granted Strategic Integrated Project (SIP 17) status by Infrastructure South Africa, a move expected to accelerate regulatory approvals and support the project's transition from planning to implementation. 1-268849 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:36:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Aviation South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/ethiopian-airlines-to-launch-direct-mauritius-flights-390468a Ethiopian Airlines will launch a new direct passenger service between Addis Ababa and Mauritius from 12 July 2026, expanding access to the Indian Ocean destination and strengthening regional connectivity. 1-268793 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:12:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Aviation South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/flysafair-lowers-fuel-surcharge-as-jet-fuel-costs-ease-512670a FlySafair has reduced its dynamic fuel surcharge by 40% from the peak levels reached in March, providing some relief for domestic travellers as jet fuel prices continue to moderate. 1-268736 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:36:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Aviation South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/king-shaka-airport-drives-kzn-tourism-and-trade-growth-289887a King Shaka International Airport (KSIA) has marked 16 years as a key driver of tourism, trade connectivity and economic activity in KwaZulu-Natal as passenger volumes and international travel continue recovering strongly. 1-268260 Wed, 20 May 2026 11:23:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Aviation South Africa