Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 46, 2024 Highlights.

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    Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 46, 2024 Highlights.

    Introduction.

    Nigeria Overland Airways has reaffirmed its commitment to safety and operational excellence by renewing its International Air Transport Association (IATA) Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification for the fifth consecutive time. Since achieving its first IOSA certification in 2015, the airline has consistently met the rigorous standards, with renewals in 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022, and now 2024, solidifying its reputation as a reliable carrier.

    In another development, the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority (ECAA) has officially certified Al-Alamein and Suhaj Airports as international airports. While both facilities have been hosting international flights, this formal recognition positions them as integral hubs within Egypt’s global aviation network, enhancing connectivity and operational stature.

    African Aviation: Projections and Statistics.

    Private aviation accounted for at least 15.6 million tonnes of CO2 emissions in 2023, or about 3.6 tonnes per flight, representing 1.7–1.8% of commercial aviation’s CO2 output, according to Communication Earth & Environment. Over 80% of private aircraft are concentrated in six countries, with the U.S. leading at 68.7% of global registrations. Brazil follows with 927 aircraft (3.5%), trailed by Canada (770, 2.9%), Germany (630, 2.4%), Mexico (534, 2%), and the UK (522, 2%). Per capita, Malta leads with 46.5 aircraft per 100,000 residents, far outpacing the U.S. (5.5). In Africa, private aviation is limited, except in South Africa and Nigeria.

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