AeroTrail

Introduction.

Khartoum International Airport, has now been cleared of war‑damaged aircraft and debris and is set to resume commercial operations from 5 January 2026, marking a key milestone in the recovery of Sudan’s long‑disrupted aviation sector after nearly three years of closure due to conflict. The airport suffered extensive damage when it was repeatedly targeted by paramilitary forces, but carriers and authorities have removed wreckage and begun repairs, and Badr Airlines plans to operate the first scheduled service on the reopening date. While a full technical inspection and formal notice to reopen airspace were initially pending, the planned resumption reflects growing confidence in safety and signals a broader revival of air transport infrastructure in Sudan. In parallel, Port Sudan has emerged as a growing hub, with new international services boosting connectivity and supporting tourism and business access to the Red Sea region.

AOCs/ASLs/Regulations.

Mauritanian private airline Global Aviation is approaching entry into the Senegalese market, having completed a key demonstration flight on the Dakar–Ouagadougou route on 26 December 2025 under the supervision of Senegal’s aviation authorities. This flight is part of the final steps to secure an Air Operator Certificate (AOC), assessing crew competence, aircraft airworthiness, operational procedures, and overall safety compliance. Already operating in countries such as Mauritania, Burkina Faso, Mali, Guinea, Niger, and Cape Verde, Global Aviation aims to establish Senegal as a strategic West African hub, enhancing regional connectivity and addressing logistical challenges in intra-African transport. Once approved, the AOC would allow the carrier to operate commercially in one of the sub-region’s most dynamic aviation markets, strengthening its role in the evolving West African air transport landscape.