AviaDev Insight Africa

This special episode was recorded on 11th December onboard the Ethiopian Airlines Dreamliner on the day the airline launched it's 4 weekly service from MAN-ADD via BRU. I sat down with the Group CEO and discussed the Manchester route, SAATM, equity partnerships and asked how he would respond to those who accuse ET of monopolising the African market.

This episode was recorded on location in Rabat, Morocco on the sidelines of the AFRAA 50th AGA. Frederic and I discuss how there is a need for adaptation when entering or operating in the African market and how customer experience differentiation can make the difference for African airlines, without it costing a fortune.

This episode was recorded on November 26th 2018 and is published with permission of AFRAA. A revealing and explosive session, I have focused on the responses of key players to the question of why are countries resisting SAATM? Which side of the fence do you sit as the debate rages on?

This episode was recorded Monday 29th October 2018 on location at the ATR Head Office in Toulouse France. Regional, intra-African connectivity is the key to driving growth on the continent and the ATR 42 and 72 have been instrumental thus far. We discuss some new developments, including the clear vision system, cabin stream system and work on the STOL (Short Take-off and Landing) providing the ability to land on short and semi-prepared strips and opening new markets.

Recorded on location in Livingstone, Zambia during the Airlines Association of Southern Africa AGA, we discuss Bombardier's success in Africa across airline customers of all shapes and sizes. How do they see the landscape developing?

Recorded 5th November 2018 on location in London at World Travel Market, we discuss how to retain integrity in media coverage in a world of fake news, the Ghanaian national carrier project and how to adopt a joined-up approach to tourism development

This Episode was recorded on location in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire on 15th October. The new airport opened in late 2017 and so we get the inside track on progress so far, Air Senegal's development and future connectivity objectives.

This episode was recorded on 31st October 2018, over breakfast on location in Toulouse where Ato Girma Wake and I attended the launch of Airbus' white paper on Africa. We discuss Ethiopian Airlines, SAATM progress, National Carriers and human capital development amongst other issues. Pour yourself a cup of something and join our table.

This episode was recorded on location at the AASA (Airlines Association of Southern Africa) Annual General Assembly in Zambia on 12th October 2018. We discuss the African opportunity, Rolls-Royce's commitment to the next generation and much more. Earlier this year, Rolls-Royce launched the Intelligence Engine, focused on harnessing the digital revolution, blurring the lines and boundaries between physical products and services. Will the future engine be able to fix itself?

Recorded 16th October 2018 on location at the ACI Africa (Airports Council International) Annual General Assembly in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, this episode covers the role of AFRAA in the implementation of SAATM (Single African Air Transport Market) amongst its members. We also discuss the challenge of human capital and what AFRAA are doing to meet this.

Recorded 12th October 2018 on location at the AASA (Airlines Association of Southern Africa) Annual General Assembly in Livingstone, Zambia, this episode delivers the ground truth regarding the implementation of SAATM (Single African Air Transport Market) directly from the Commission charged with its implementation

In this episode, I speak to one of Ghana's most influential aviation voices, Lizzy Sasu. We discuss the potential of Ghana as a hub for West Africa, the potential national carrier and how any aspiring journalists can get started

In this episode, Nadine discusses her recently published thesis which outlines what makes Ethiopian stand out from its African peers and what they can learn. We talk SAATM, Management Stability, Human Capital, Equity Investments and the opportunity for better intra-African connectivity

In this episode, we were delighted to be able to speak to Bob James OBE about his company's moves to place aircraft in Africa. We also talk entrepreneurship and how he built a business from scratch to one now employing over 100 employees and operating globally.

In this episode, we spoke to fastjet CEO, Nico Bezuidenhout immediately after landing back in South Africa from London, where the interim results for 2018 were presented. We talk about whether fastjet will pull out of Tanzania, whether the positive performance indicators in Mozambique and Zimbabwe will be enough to convince shareholders and investors to invest further and if low-cost aviation is still viable in Africa.

In this episode, Derek outlines his own incredible personal journey and the real results that iFly is delivering for underprivileged children in South Africa, providing them with their first flight experience and all the other skills they need to become future African aviators.

In this episode, I take my medicine and visit the doctor to understand which African airlines need surgery. What is behind the obsession with operating a national carrier in Africa and is SAATM being undermined by recent fifth freedom grants? Are Ethiopian Airlines going to be the 500lb gorilla in the room?

In this episode, I speak to the author of the much-heralded report commissioned in 2014 by IATA to understand the benefits of liberalization. The report shows the wider economic benefits of a liberalised African sky, but implementation has been slow. We discuss these issues and more

In this episode, I talk to Martin about the catalytic impact air services have on a destination and how non-traditional stakeholders can get involved in the process. The economic impact of a new air service is far-reaching and we hope to bring more non-traditional stakeholders to the negotiating table.

This interview was recorded on June 14th during AviaDev Africa 2018 in Cape Town. Raphael Kuuchi, Vice President for Africa, IATA was interviewed by Ato Girma Wake, Former CEO of Ethiopian Airlines and Former Chairman of RwandAir. Raphael received the Ato Girma Wake award for an outstanding contribution to route development in Africa and the interview focused on his personal accomplishments

This episode was recorded live during the AviaDev Africa 2018 conference in Cape Town. The Managing Director of AviaDev, Jon Howell, interviewed Nico live on stage covering subjects from ticket distribution to fleet planning, traffic rights and everything in between.

In this episode, I speak to Mike on the sidelines of the AviaDev Africa conference regarding Hilton's commitment to airport hotel development in Africa and why they want to work closely with both airline network planners and the airport authorities themselves. A potentially game-changing source of non-aeronautical revenue for Africa's smaller airports?

In this episode, we speak to Marcel about airport development in Africa. Where do the opportunities lie and how can we ensure investment meets the growing demand. Are creative solutions to airport capacity issues required?

In this episode, we speak to Lindsey about Uber's plans for Elevate. Elevate will see flying cars become a reality by the year 2020. Could it be a solution to the challenge of traffic congestion in Africa's cities?

In this Episode, we speak to Manish about the adoption of technology by African airlines and how they have an opportunity to "leap-frog" the rest of the world and learn from their experiences.

In this episode, Gad Wavomba talks to us about his African aviation experience and just what Embraer has planned for Africa

In this episode, Dr Ola tells us her story of how she launched the first dedicated flying doctor service for Nigeria and West Africa, shares her advice for the next generation and inspirations.

In this episode, Phylis and I discuss hypersonic flight and the viability or otherwise of the technology and application for commercial aviation in the future. Don't forget to subscribe.

In this episode, David and I discuss the incredible success of Cape Town in attracting new airlines and their plans and vision for the future Don't forget to subscribe

This episode was recorded live on the stage at AviaDev Africa 2017. Your host, Jon Howell, was honoured to share the stage with Ato Girma, to discuss his personal journey. What first kindled his passion and how does he see the future? All those questions are answered in this episode. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a rating. Any correspondence can be sent to [email protected]

In this episode, we talk about fastjet's previous challenges and path to success as the airline aims to bring affordable fares to Africa. Don't forget to subscribe

In this episode, recorded in Cape Town, Daniel and I discuss the hot topic of what to do with South African Airways and the wider political and economic factors to consider. Don't forget to subscribe

In this episode, we discuss the aviation landscape in East and Southern Africa, the Single African Air Transport Market and the future Don't forget to subscribe

In the first episode, we discuss the Nigerian aviation landscape and brainstorm the national carrier conundrum and challenges relating to human capital in Africa. Don't forget to subscribe