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LIFT adds new Airbus A320 as airline eyes regional expansion
South African low-cost airline LIFT has added another Airbus A320-200 to its growing fleet, marking a significant milestone as the carrier prepares for its next phase of expansion. The newly...
Travelling overseas? South Africa’s new compulsory SARS declaration explained
South Africans and international visitors travelling into or out of the country will now have to complete a compulsory online traveller declaration before they travel. This comes after the...
Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines launch strategic joint business partnership
Malaysia Airlines (MAB) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have launched their strategic joint business partnership, formalised in January 2026 following the regulatory approvals, with the introduction of...
Hilton Eyes Bigger Footprint in Angola as Luanda Talks Open Door to New Hotel Pipeline
Angola is fast emerging as one of Africa's most exciting hospitality frontiers, and global hotel giant Hilton appears determined to play a leading role in shaping that future. High-level discussions...
TAAG Angola Cleared For European 787 Flights
TAAG Angola will now be able to operate its 787-9 Dreamliners in European airspace following EASA's approval. According to the airline, the 787-9 will initially be deployed on its popular...
EU bans airlines from charging for carry-on bags
Carry-on baggage will be complimentary on all EU flights from 2027, meaning passengers will no longer be slugged for bringing an extra item on board. The new EU standard will consider both a...
Etihad’s A380 debuts in Tokyo
Etihad Airways has celebrated the inaugural flight of its Airbus A380 to Japan, which touched down at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport on June 18. The arrival marks a moment for the airline,...
Qantas to launch world’s longest nonstop commercial flight between Sydney and London
Qantas plans to launch what it says will be the world's longest nonstop commercial flight in October 2027, connecting Sydney and London with a journey expected to last up to 22 hours. The Australian...
Qantas Confirms Sydney to London Nonstop
Qantas has confirmed that it will launch nonstop flights between Sydney and London from October 2027. The Australian carrier has been forced to put back the launch of the ultra-long-haul flights,...