Market Intelligence: Africa

Airbus Updates 2025 Aircraft Delivery Forecast to 790

Global – Airbus has revised its 2025 commercial aircraft delivery target due to a recent quality issue from a supplier affecting the fuselage panels of its A320 Family aircraft.

  • The updated 2025 delivery target is approximately 790 commercial aircraft, down from previous target of 820

  • In 2024 Airbus delivered 766 aircraft

  • Despite the delivery adjustment, Airbus reaffirmed its 2025 financial guidance:

    • EBIT Adjusted remains at around Euro 7.0 billion.

    • Free Cash Flow before Customer Financing remains targeted at approximately €4.5 billion.

  • The company plans to publish its November 2025 aircraft orders and deliveries on 5 December 2025.

Source: Airbus

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IATA Highlights Strong International Traffic as Asia and Middle East Lead Growth in October 2025

Global – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released global passenger traffic results for October 2025, reporting continued strength in both international and domestic markets despite increasing macroeconomic uncertainty. Total global demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs), rose 6.6% year-on-year, supported by capacity growth of 5.8%, pushing the worldwide load factor to 84.6%.

  • International demand increased 8.5% year-on-year, with capacity up 7.1% and load factor improving by 1.1 percentage points to 84.6%.

  • Domestic demand rose 3.4%, with capacity up 3.6%; the domestic load factor remained stable at 84.6%.

  • IATA noted a rebound in North American international traffic, rising 4.5%, compared to several months of sluggish performance earlier in the year. Scheduled global capacity is forecast to expand 3.6% in November and 4.7% in December, signalling strong year-end leisure and business travel demand.

Regional International Market Highlights

  • Asia-Pacific: Demand up 10.9%; capacity up 9.1%; load factor 84.4% (+1.4 ppt). Traffic to/from China, Japan and Vietnam exceeded 10% growth, reflecting robust intra-Asia recovery.

  • Europe: Demand up 7.4%; capacity up 6.0%; load factor 86.5% (+1.2 ppt), the highest among all regions.

  • North America: Demand up 4.5%; capacity up 4.7%; load factor 84.2% (-0.1 ppt). Transatlantic traffic grew 3.8%.

  • Middle East: Demand up 10.7%; capacity up 8.1%; load factor 82.5% (+2.0 ppt). Growth partly reflects recovery from last year’s geopolitically affected base.

  • Latin America: Demand up 7.2%; capacity up 8.2%; load factor 84.6% (-0.8 ppt).

  • Africa: Demand up 7.3%; capacity up 5.3%; load factor 74.1% (+1.4 ppt).

Source: IATA

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Global Pilot Training Group Simaero Showcases African Pilot Training Capabilities at African Airlines Association Annual General Assembly 2025

Angola – Simaero, a global operator of full-flight simulator pilot training centers, is participate in the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) 57th Annual General Assembly taking place from November 30 to December 02 in Luanda, Angola. The event underscores Simaero’s strategic focus on supporting airline pilot training across the African continent – especially as it operates a full flight simulator training center in South Africa.

  • Global Account Managers Maëlle Breton and Guillaume Blondel will represent Simaero at the AFRAA AGA, with both having extensive experience supporting African airline training needs.

  • The company is actively promoting its Johannesburg-based CRJ 200/700 and Embraer E170/190 full-flight simulator capacity, now fully operational and available for immediate training bookings.

Source: Simaero
Photo Credit: Simaero

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South Africa-based Pilot Training Organization Alt Academy Unveils Operational New Airbus A320 CEO/NEO Full Flight Simulator in 2025

South Africa – Alt Academy has officially launched its new Airbus A320 CEO/NEO Full Flight Simulator marking a major milestone in its advanced pilot training capabilities.

  • The state-of-the-art simulator is now fully assembled and operational, offering full-type training capability on both Airbus A320 CEO and NEO variants.

  • This development allows Alt Academy to expand its offerings across A320 type ratings, recurrent training, and airline readiness programmes under South African CAA guidelines.

Alt. Academy is a South African aviation training institution and full flight simulator training center. The Academy offers many accredited programs ranging from Airline pilot training for Boeing and Airbus, Cabin Crew licensing to National Certificates and short courses.

Last month Alt. Academy announced its expansion into abinitio flight training – learn more here.

Source: Alt Academy
Photo Credit: Alt Academy

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CAE Implements CBTA Principles Across Business Aviation Recurrent Training Offering in 2026

Global – CAE has announced the implementation of Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) principles across its Business Aviation recurrent training programs, beginning January 2026.

  • CAE will roll out CBTA-based recurrent training starting with Phase A of the EASA curriculum in January 2026.

  • Clients will have the option to choose between CBTA-based or traditional training formats.

  • CBTA is internationally recognised by FAA, EASA, UK CAA, and Transport Canada, and is championed by ICAO and IATA.

  • The CORe (Continuously Optimized Recurrent) model will structure delivery, embedding scenario-based modules and continuous data-driven assessments.

  • CAE began instructor development for CBTA implementation over a year ago, incorporating mentorship and standardized teaching protocols.

CBTA benefits include:

  • A stronger focus on real-world competency, decision-making, teamwork, and situational awareness.

  • Improved training engagement through modular and scenario-based learning.

  • Enhanced safety and measurable performance feedback aligned with modern operational realities.

Statements:

  • “The adoption of CBTA-Principles is a testament to CAE’s ongoing commitment to safety, innovation, and excellence in business aviation,” said Alexandre Prévost, President, Civil Aviation, “Our advanced training solutions are designed to help pilots and operators thrive in an ever-changing aviation landscape.”

Source: CAE
Photo Credit: CAE

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Airbus Flight Academy and The Aviator Institute from Tunisia Join Forces to Introduce Ab Initio Training in Africa and Middle East

Tunisia – Airbus Flight Academy (AFA) and The Aviator Institute (TAI), formerly Safe Flight Academy, have signed a partnership agreement during the 2025 Dubai Airshow to introduce the Airbus ab initio pilot-training programme in Tunisia. The collaboration marks the first Airbus Flight Academy network partnership in Africa and the Middle East, expanding Airbus’ global training footprint and supporting long-term pilot-supply requirements across the region.

  • Under the agreement, Airbus will align TAI’s operational standards, instructor training, and facilities with its latest ab initio training framework.

  • The first cadets are expected to begin training in March 2026, with a planned ramp-up enabling TAI to train more than 80 cadets per year.

  • TAI operates from Tunis and Monastir, leveraging favourable year-round weather and more than 15 years of flight-training experience.

  • The academy’s fleet of Diamond DA40 and DA42 aircraft, combined with advanced simulators and modern facilities, provides an infrastructure suited to Airbus’ airline-ready ab initio training model.

Statements

  • “Becoming Airbus Flight Academy network’s partner is a recognition of the quality and maturity of our training model… This collaboration accelerates our ambition to position Tunisia as a regional aviation hub and to offer young talents a direct pathway to the cockpit.” Anis Faidi, CEO, The Aviator Institute.

  • “Through this collaboration… we continue to expand our ability to serve both airline customers training their cadets and individual aspiring pilots pursuing a self-sponsored path to the cockpit.” Laurent Negre, Vice President, Customer Services, Airbus Africa and Middle East.

  • “The Tunisian flight school brings its 15 years of experience to build the right competencies in order to graduate airline-ready pilots. It contributes to continuously enhance safety through a greater quality of training, which are the core objectives of our ab initio training. Operating from Tunis and Monastir, TAI will deliver the Airbus Pilot Cadet Training Programme (ATPi) using its modern fleet and high-end facilities. Thank you very much Anis Faidi for your trust, we know we can count on you and the The Aviator Institute team for the future!” stated Thomas Aoudia.

Source: Airbus
Photo Credit: Safe Flight Academy

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TAAG Angola Airlines Enhances Pilot Training Programs Through New Boeing Agreement

Angola – TAAG Angola Airlines has expanded its pilot training programs through a new agreement with Boeing announced at the 2025 Dubai Airshow. The enhanced training cooperation will introduce competency-based, data-informed training scenarios for both cadets and experienced pilots, supporting TAAG’s fleet growth and operational transformation efforts.

  • Boeing will provide tailored pilot-training solutions aligned with TAAG’s operational requirements, including scenario-based training for new aircraft induction and mission-specific operational profiles.

  • As part of the expanded services, Boeing will deploy experienced pilots to support TAAG during initial aircraft acceptance flights, start-up operational processes, and early flight monitoring for newly delivered aircraft.

  • Boeing’s on-the-job instruction and feedback structure is designed to strengthen pilot proficiency and ensure smooth transitions when integrating new aircraft types into TAAG’s fleet, including the airline’s emerging Dreamliner operations.

  • The partnership forms a core component of TAAG’s ongoing transformation strategy, which emphasises operational efficiency, technical capability, and sustained alignment with international safety standards.

Statements

  • “This partnership with Boeing represents a central pillar of our Transformation Strategy and strengthens our commitment to an increasingly sustainable and technically robust operation… we ensure that our pilots are fully prepared to operate the new Dreamliner fleet with rigour and efficiency.” Clovis Rosa, Chairman, TAAG Angola Airlines.

  • “Our pilot training solutions can be tailored to the specific requirements of the TAAG Angola fleet and flight crews, and we will continue to work closely together to ensure successful flights for years to come.” Chris Broom, Vice President, Training Solutions, Boeing Global Services.

Source: Boeing

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Ethiopian Airlines Orders 11 Additional Boeing 737-8 Aircraft at Dubai Airshow 2025

Ethiopia – Ethiopian Airlines has signed an agreement at the Dubai Airshow to purchase 11 additional Boeing 737-8 aircraft, strengthening its position as Africa’s largest Boeing operator and expanding its single-aisle fleet to support continental and international network growth. The commitment deepens a partnership between the airline and Boeing that spans nearly eight decades.

The deal reinforces Ethiopian Airlines’ status as the largest Boeing operator in Africa, with the biggest backlog of 737 MAX, 777X, and 787 aircraft on the continent.

Statements

  • “We are thrilled to be announcing our agreement with Boeing for additional 11 737-8 airplanes today during Dubai Airshow. The order will support our growth plans that we have set as part of our vision and strategy.” Mesfin Tasew, Group CEO, Ethiopian Airlines.

  • “Ethiopian Airlines’ commitment to expand its 737 MAX fleet underscores its leadership in Africa. Our new agreement also strengthens our nearly 80-year partnership with the airline and region.” Brad McMullen, Senior Vice President, Commercial Sales & Marketing, Boeing.

Source: Boeing

 

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