Meet our 2023 Exhibitors & Partners

Absa Bank Ltd is a financial service provider, who understands that every Client has specific funding needs, and offers various finance options including finance that extends to aviation to take the business to new heights.  The Commercial Asset Finance Division finances new and used

helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft and commercial jets (both foreign and domestic purchases), and offers you finance options on upgrades and engine overhaul. 

Absa Bank Ltd is a financial service provider, who understands that every Client has specific funding needs, and offers various finance options including finance that extends to aviation to take the business to new heights.  The Commercial Asset Finance Division finances new and used

helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft and commercial jets (both foreign and domestic purchases), and offers you finance options on upgrades and engine overhaul. 

Absolute Aviation is a true turnkey general aviation business, offering customers unparalleled levels of support and expertise in the form of a bespoke aviation service, and is the authorised Sales, Service and Parts Representative for Cessna, Beechcraft and Pipistrel in Southern and Central Africa. Absolute is also  the authorised distributor for Leonardo Helicopters (Agusta) in South Africa and the first Africa-based dealer to join IADA. They have extended their capabilities in the Absolute Service Centre to include Hawker 700, 800A/XP and 900XP, Premier 390 and Beechjet 400 series aircraft models.

In addition, the group represents a number of aircraft parts, engines and performance enhancement manufacturers in Africa, and offer a host of aviation services relating to aircraft and flight operations management through their Fixed Base Operations and Flight Services business.

Our group entities are collectively aimed at providing a differentiated, customer-centric, turnkey solution to aircraft ownership and operations. Our mission is to remain with our valued customers for the duration of the aviation journey and to make sure that it is a safe and memorable one.

The African operations Head Office is at Lanseria International Airport where they own and operate a number of aviation businesses out of 5 hangars. Absolute Aviation also has satellite locations in Cape Town, Wonderboom, Maun, and Zurich.

The Aero Club of South Africa pro-actively promotes, protects and preserves all forms of aviation sport and recreational in South Africa. Through the participation of its members, the Aero Club of South Africa has the following core objectives;

• Protect and Preserve
• Administer
• Promote and Grow sport and recreation aviation

AERO Friedrichshafen is a trade show dedicated to European general aviation. It is held yearly in April on the shores of Lake Constance at the exhibition center of Friedrichshafen, Germany right next to Friedrichshafen Airport

Supporting the General Aviation Industry since 2005, our services cover a broad spectrum within the Aviation Industry from; Repairs, installations, Aircraft Instrumentation overhaul, Avionics, Electrical, Autopilots and other accessories. Our Valued Client base include Private Aircraft Owners, Charter Services, General, Commercial and Corporate Aviation, Medical Services, Helicopter Operations, as well as Government and Military Clients.

The Aeronautical Aviation Team look forward to assisting you. Your success and safety are our number one priority.

African Pilot is a niche market specialist digital aviation magazine that has been publishing uninterrupted for the past 22 years. The monthly magazine can be uploaded via a QR code FREE of charge on any smart phone or other digital device within a few minutes and this is a first for any aviation magazine in the world. Readers can expect glossy layouts with a modern ‘coffee table’ look featuring South African, African and World Aviation reporting, interesting facts about aviation, historical features and General Commercial Aviation news. African Pilot is the only African aviation magazine that strives and is most successful at covering most southern African aviation events. In April this year 2022, African Pilot was awarded fourth position of all English language aviation publications in the entire world. The others in the top ten are from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia.

Airbus always has been at the forefront of innovating new technologies, with a pioneering spirit that has redefined the aerospace industry.

Our products bring people closer together, helping them unite and progress. We strive to continually push the boundaries on what is possible to safeguard our world for future generations. Airbus strives to provide the most efficient helicopter solutions to its customers who serve, protect, save lives and safely carry passengers in demanding environments. Its helicopters are in service across more than 150 countries worldwide, performing nearly every type of vertical flight task imaginable.

The company’s product line offers the full spectrum of r otary-wing aircraft solutions for civil, government, military, law enforcement and parapublic uses.

Led by experienced management duo, Ryan Forrester and Jaco Pietersen, AFC has developed numerous long-standing relationships with banks and financial institutions, suppliers and other aviation and aerospace industry professionals and organisations.

This allows AFC to offer a complete end-to-end aircraft financing solution. We aim to represent each client’s best interests and to develop tailor-made financing packages whether in ZAR or U$D, while providing one point of contact throughout the process. We alleviate any confusion and hassle, and can steer our clients in the right direction when it comes to aircraft sourcing, negotiations, pre-purchase inspections, import or export complications, legal and tax compliance and financing.

Our commitment to customer service and our specialist knowledge ensures we are well-placed to serve first-time buyers and repeat clients, whatever their needs. We service clients ranging from individuals interested in aircraft for private use to entrepreneurs looking to finance aircraft for mixed use (personal and business), right through to operators who maintain a fleet of aircraft.

For approaching 40 years and across two generations Airpart Supply Ltd has been supporting the aviation community in the distribution of aircraft parts and aviation spare parts. The ‘Parts Professionals’ have built an enviable reputation by working with and listening to our customers, their requirements and aspirations to ensure that aircraft spare parts are sourced quickly.

We supply aircraft spare parts to the UK, Europe, Africa & The Middle East. We are distributors for many of the leading OEMs including Concorde Battery, Lycoming, Meggitt, Champion Aerospace, Hartzell Aviation, SMR Technologies and Whelen Lighting

The Aviation Union of Southern Africa is a registered trade Union in terms of the Labour Relations Act (Act 66 of 1996).The value of the benefit of being a member of the Aviation Union of Southern Africa ultimately accrues to its expertise representation elected from amongst the membership.

The Aviation Union of Southern Africa believes in the following three principles for its success:-• “Total Commitment” to both the RECRUITMENT and “PROVIDING A SERVICE” to members is of paramount importance.• Ever constant commitment and dedication is required to further the six fundamental Trade Union rights.- The right to work
- The right to Associate
- The right to Collective Bargaining
- The right to Withhold Labour
- The right to Protection
- The right to Develop Stakeholders and Role-Players

AVIATION LEGISLATION AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

 Navigating the constantly changing, complex legislative environment just got a whole lot simpler.

The Aviation4SA App is easy to use and is automatically and seamlessly updated with the most recent legislation.

Aviatize is the all-in-one software solution for general aviation. Our solutions make life a lot easier for flight schools, maintenance facilities, flying clubs and private aircraft owners. Bringing everything together in one intuitive application such as scheduling, maintenance, safety, auditing, accounting, digital libraries, crew and fleet management and much more.

Avocet is a privately owned company started in 1985 holding mainly Textron Aviation products.  As well as being a Textron Aviation reseller.  We also hold other USA OEM distributorships including Ice Sheild, Lee Aerospace, Hutchinson, Raisbeck, PPG, AT&R + PWI.  Avocet are also 1509001:2015 Approved.

We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to developing the tiltrotor, we’ve reimagined the experience of flight for more than 85 years. Today, we’re redefining what flight is capable of.

We were the first to break the sound barrier and to certify a commercial helicopter. We were a part of NASA’s first lunar mission and brought advanced tiltrotor systems to market. Today, we’re defining the future of on-demand mobility.

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas – as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Textron Inc., – we have strategic locations around the globe. Our talented employees come from over 90 countries to serve customers from 120. All to deliver exceptional aircraft experiences. Efficiently. Reliably. And, above all, safely.

We don’t just train pilots, we cultivate successful aviation experts

With a proven track record of over 25 years in both Private and Commercial pilot training, Blue Chip Flight School not only trains pilots, we train captains.

Established as a flight school at Wonderboom Airport in Pretoria, South Africa, we have the facilities and technology to train you to become a state-of-the-art pilot, see our Private, Commercial, and Airline Transport Pilot License pages for in-depth information.

Bona Bona Game Lodge is renowned for lasting memories and the game drives are one of the most popular activities amongst our guests. Four of the Big Five can be viewed while guests experience the true beauty of the bushveld.

Bose Corporation was founded in 1964 by Dr. Amar G. Bose, a professor of electrical engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In 1978, Dr. Bose began research on what would become the world’s first active noise canceling headset. Bose innovations have spanned decades and industries, creating, and transforming categories in audio and beyond.

The Commercial Aviation Association of Southern Africa NPC (CAASA) is a non-profit organisation formed in 1944 to promote and protect the commercial interest of the general aviation industry in South African Aviation.

Our member companies include airport operators, non-scheduled operators, business aircraft operators, flying training organisations, aircraft maintenance companies and companies offering a whole range of supporting and retail services.

If you are a company trading or operating in general aviation, then you should be a member of CAASA.

CAMASA (Commercial Aerospace Manufacturing Association of South Africa) is a non-profit organisation and is established to be a growth-bilateral between Government & Industry to significantly boost South African Commercial Aerospace Manufacturing Exports through: - Public-Private partnership - Integrated Industry Growth Plan - Expanding Advanced Manufacturing - Future-orientated Competitiveness (IoT, Ind4.0) - Labour engagement & Skills development

Century Avionics aims to be a comprehensive avionics hub for the business and general aviation community, delivering top-notch services all in one place. Loyal customers can vouch for their professional dedication, promptness, and amicable service.

The company boasts an extensive reach, catering to corporate clients such as AMOs, charter operators, and aircraft manufacturers. 

Century Avionics stands as a leading private avionics establishment in Southern Africa, found in 1978, 45years ago.

Situated at Lanseria International Airport, this service centre focuses on general aviation avionics for both fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft with a branch at Wonderboom Airport and Maun International Airport, Botswana. 

The City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality is classified as a Category A municipality by the Municipal Demarcation Board in terms of Section 4 of the Local Government: Municipal Structures Act, 1998 (Act 117 of 1998). The Municipality was established on 5 December 2000 through the integration of various municipalities and councils that had previously served the greater Pretoria area and surrounding areas.

The City of Tshwane boundary was further amended on 28 May 2008 through a proclamation in the Government Gazette that incorporated the former Metsweding District Municipality, including Dinokeng tsa Taemane (Cullinan) and Kungwini (Bronkhorstspruit), into the City of Tshwane. The incorporation, which took place in May 2011 after the local government elections, enlarged Tshwane to 6 345 km². Currently, Tshwane stretches almost 121 km from east to west and 108 km from north to south, making it the third-largest city in the world after New York and Tokyo/Yokohama. It also makes up more than 30% of Gauteng, which is 19 055 km² in extent.

The Incorporation of Metsweding District Municipality into the City of Tshwane is in line with the Gauteng Global City Region Strategy which sought to reduce the number of municipalities in Gauteng.

Concorde® manufactures to strict quality requirements and is fully qualified under FAA Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA) and Technical Standard Order (TSO) authorization with a full line of aircraft batteries for civil aviation with original equipment batteries supplied to worldwide airframe manufacturers. The replacement market is supplied through distributors located worldwide.

Diamond Aircraft, headquartered in Austria with facilities in Canada and China, is amongst the leading aircraft manufacturer in General Aviation. Founded in 1981, Diamond has pioneered many aviation firsts and achieved numerous milestones and industry expert accolades.

Today, Diamond Aircraft has more than 1,000 employees worldwide and offers the most complete range of certified piston aircraft models: from the 2 seat single DA20 to the stunning 7 seat DA62. With its complete line of piston aircraft including a dedicated flight training concept with Single Engine Piston (DA40 NG) and Multi Engine Piston (DA42-VI) trainers, the soon to be certified aerobatic turboprop tandem trainer DART along with type-specific flight training simulators and proprietary engines, Diamond Aircraft is the only sole source provider in the fleet training market. Diamond Aircraft also made a footprint in the special mission market with the remote sensing turnkey solutions DA42 MPP and DA62 MPP.

Diamond Aircraft uses proprietary lead-free jet fuel piston engines, made by Austro Engine GmbH (a 100% subsidiary of Diamond Aircraft Austria), for the DA40, DA42 and DA62.

Every one of Diamond’s aircraft shares a common DNA, incorporating leading edge technology, not for the sake of innovation, but for superior performance, efficiency and safety.

Over 5,500 Diamond airplanes are flown by private pilots, professional flight training operators and institutions worldwide.

DJA Aviation is a specialist aviation insurance brokerage that creates aviation insurance programmes for its clients that are perfectly balanced in the critical areas of cost, coverage, service, and security. In addition, DJA Aviation’s long-standing and close relationships with the insurers who underwrite its products – locally, regionally, and internationally – ensure that a DJA Aviation client is in the best possible hands when losses occur. DJA Aviation is an Authorised Financial Service Provider (FSP No 15808).

Models are sculptured from wire, and presented in classic boxframes/wall frames or new contemporary ‘see-through’ Perspex frames. There are four frame sizes available, closely resembling standard sizes A3, A2, A1 and A0. Frames of a unique size can also be manufactured, if required.

The models can also be purchased loose, if so required. Models are made from Copper wire, and available in four plated finishes, namely natural Copper, Nickel, 24Ct gold plate and Rhodium(White Gold) plate. Models can also be made from solid sterling silver wire Models can be shipped anywhere in the world, and are packaged accordingly if needed.

FlyFofa is an aviation company that provides private charter services, aeromedical (through Subsidiary Company Vital Med Emergency Medical Service – Air & Road), fixed-wing pilot training, drone training as well as cabin crew training. The company has the expertise and necessary air operating certificates (AOC), approved training organization (ATO) and both international and domestic licenses to operate, issued by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA), Department of Transport (DoT).

These 100% African Owned companies were established to offer the best and most reliable services as well as committed to ensuring that all rules and regulations governing all aspects of Aviation and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) both locally and internationally, are effectively undertaken within all company efforts

In 2010, we identified rural communities in South Africa that needed upliftment but were difficult and time consuming to get to by road. These communities often lacked necessary resources for proper health care and upliftment.

This led to the creation of Flying for Life - a Section 18A, Public Benefit Organisation. Flying For Life offers a faster, safer, and more practical solution by flying to these areas. By using aircraft, we are able to help more people with the resources we have. We collaborate with people outside of, and within the community to empower them with lasting solutions.

ForeFlight formed in 2007 with one guiding mission: Create software that makes flight planning easier.

Since then, ForeFlight has not only revolutionized the pilot’s flight bag but also laid the groundwork to make mobile flight planning apps essential to flight operations. Continued strong growth has positioned ForeFlight as a leader in the aviation industry. We serve the needs of pilots and flight departments all over the world, and across all segments of aviation including personal, business, military, commercial, and education.

Garmin products and services have revolutionized flight and become essential to the lives of pilots, aircraft owners and operators around the world. A leading provider of solutions to general aviation, business aviation, rotorcraft, advanced air mobility, government and defense, and commercial air carrier customers, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate. Recipient of the prestigious Robert J. Collier Trophy for Garmin Autoland, Garmin developed the world’s first certified autonomous system that activates during an emergency to control and land an aircraft without human intervention. For more information, visit Garmin.com/Aviation

GIB is a leader in insurance broking and financial services, keeping our clients at the core of everything we do and ensuring service excellence. GIB was founded in 1982. From infancy to the present time, it has retained the credo, “Return To Service”.

Today, GIB is a dynamic Insurance Broking Group known for its independence, competence, integrity and competitiveness. GIB is the leading wholly owned proudly South African Insurance Broking Group. GIB has grown to be one of the major composite Insurance Broking Houses in South Africa whose growth can primarily be ascribed to loyal, enthusiastic and energetic people.

Ice Shield® specializes in high-quality de-icing for general and commuter aviation in Fenwick, West Virginia. Ice shield de-icing products include: Pneumatic wing boot de-icers, Propeller electro-thermal boot de-icers, Wire harnesses, Engine Inlet de-icers, Leading Edge Assemblies for TBM De-ice hardware, and De-ice accessories.

Mayday-SA is an NPC and PBO that consists of a group of aviation professionals trained as peer support debriefers that assist fellow aviation professionals that have been exposed to an aviation incident or accident. Moreover, Mayday debriefers also provide support to their peers that have been exposed to general life stressors. We do this because we want our aviation professionals to be at their best when they are in the sky or keeping us in the sky. We therefore contribute to and promote mental health and wellbeing amongst aviation professionals ranging from pilots, air traffic controllers, cabin crew and maintenance engineers.

lastly, our support programme is to enable an efficient and appropriate recovery from trauma and stressors and have internal oversight by psychologists with a deep understanding of the aviation constraints.

Revolutionize the way you manage your aviation operations.

Musket FMS is the ultimate flight management solution, streamlining and enhancing aviation operations.

It is a state-of-the-art system that offers comprehensive solutions from flight planning/scheduling, tracking, and management to crew management, flight following, quality & safety, and everything in between.

Experience the power of Musket FMS for a new level of operational excellence.

National Airways Corporation (NAC) is the largest general aviation company in Africa and one of the largest of its kind in the world. NAC offers a full range of aviation products and services to the aircraft and helicopter markets, including new and pre-owned sales, maintenance, parts, charter, international operations, air ambulance services, aircraft leasing and helicopter pilot and technical training.

Ntsu Aviation Solutions (Pty) Ltd. provides specialized services to the emerging and established Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) operators and industry. We use an innovative and engineered problem-solving technique to deliver optimised solutions to future challenges. Our core business is to assist our clients to obtain an Air Service License (ASL) and RPAS Operators Certificate (ROC) from the Department of Transport and Civil Aviation Authority respectively, and to introduce/integrate drones into their business processes. We have been delivering business solutions to the drone industry since 2018, for existing and new industry entrants, ROC approvals, operations manual amendments, continued compliance and managing special and complex drone projects.

PilotInsure blends a passion for flying with expertise in insurance. No one else can offer this service independently.

This rapidly-growing business is earning its wings by bringing trusted insurance solutions to both commercial and private pilots. PilotInsure won’t stop until we find the best possible products to suit the individualised needs of each pilot. We can bring fresh solutions because we keep ourselves independent and unbiased.

PilotInsure is based in South Africa but we work all over Africa, and have clients currently flying in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, North America, and Australia.

We have had great success in improving overall value for new clients coming on board whose existing insurance cover was outdated, or had non-disclosure issues with the specific type of flying they were actually covered for. Following intense research and negotiation with some of the biggest local insurance houses, the average premium has decreased and the benefits on offer have improved substantially.

We also work with international re-assurers and can put cover in place for just about any risk scenario.

Overall, PilotInsure is independent, flexible, and innovative and takes a positive, needs-based approach to getting the best value on the market.

Pilots 'n Planes is a well-stocked retail outlet that provides all things flying related.

We specialise in avionics for general and sports aviation.  We will exhibit affordable certified Mode-S transponders and VHF transceivers from TQ-Aviation, one of Europe’s largest avionics manufacturers.  We will also exhibit our locally manufactured VHF portable for ATC backup and defense users.

Pooleys Flight Equipment is proud to be exhibiting again at Aero SA. We understand the passion of aviation, the drive that makes people want to fly and want to become pilots. Established in 1957, Pooleys has a reputation built over 7 decades as a manufacturer, publisher and supplier of the finest aviation products. We supply British built and manufactured products to markets across the globe from the USA to New Zealand, from Iceland to South Africa. In the 65 years since we were established, we estimate our products have helped over 250,000 pilots across 6 continents to learn to fly. We look forward to welcoming you on our stand.

Eisenschmidt is a pilot shop and partner for general aviation. As an expert in training and further education of pilots, we focus on modern training materials and suitable products for flight preparation and execution.

For the love of flying!

SA Flyer Magazine, which incorporates FlightCom Magazine, produces monthly quality original editorial that informs and entertains our market leading readership.

Under the leadership of Editor, Dr Guy Leitch, SA Flyer has established itself as the foremost authority and opinion leader on aviation insights and trends for its widespread and loyal readership.

SA Flyer is thus the most respected vehicle for advertisers to reach their target market. This target market includes:

•         Pilots and owners of aircraft

•         High net worth individuals who can afford to operate their own aircraft.

•         Decision makers in industry and government who rely on the Editor Guy Leitch’s market leading insights.

•         Industry analysts and watchers

•         Those looking to develop careers in aviation.

SA Flyer is renowned for its authoritative, accurate and non-sensationalist reporting, as well as the quality of contributors, ranging from world-class columnists such as Peter Garrison in Los Angles to Jim Davis, the doyen of South African flight instructors. We cover everything from airline flying to just starting out in flying lessons. Unique specialist insights are provided by Darren Olivier who writes on defence, and John Bassi, who shares his years of helicopter experience.

SA Flyer is unique in publishing monthly in-depth, well-researched aircraft flight tests, illustrated with world class air to air photography.

Surveys by aviation forums show SA Flyer to be the number one choice amongst all the aviation magazines in Africa with 80% of respondents preferring SA Flyer – showing that SA Flyer is four times more popular than all the other titles combined.

The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is an agency of the Department of Transport (DoT), established on 01 October 1998, following the enactment of the now repealed South African Civil Aviation Authority Act, 1998 (Act No. 40 of 1998). SACAA is mandated with controlling, promoting, regulating, supporting, developing, enforcing, and continuously improving levels of safety and security throughout the civil aviation industry. 

Safomar Aviation (Pty) Ltd offers a leading competitive edge to the commercial, military, corporate and general aviation customer – providing a full spectrum of aviation-related solutions across multiple platforms through its subsidiaries.

The company was established in 1987 and has continued to support the aviation industry in South Africa and Sub-Saharan African countries.

Supporting our customers with products and services to ensure the affordability, safety and reliability of their aircraft.

Bespoke turnkey solutions across all platforms to meet our customer’s needs and operational requirements.

Our Expertise:

·         Rotables, Parts & Consumables

·         Lubricants, Fluids & Greases

·         Transparencies

·         Tyre, Wheel & Brake Management

·         Rotable, Overhaul-repair Management

·         Upgrade Programmes

·         Vibration Management Systems & Services

·         Aircraft Sales & Leasing

Santam is the leading general insurer in South Africa with a market share of more than 22%. Santam Aviation, a division of Santam, has more than 40 years of experience and has established itself as South Africa’s leading aviation insurer.

Our expertise and commitment ensure you can always count on us when you need us most. Because much like South Africa’s best pilots, we have earned our stripes through years of experience. We make sure that every aspect of your risk is adequately covered. This means you get peace of mind knowing your aircraft is financially covered should something go wrong.

The ARCC will be promoting Search and Rescue awareness to all aviators on the role of the Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre - ARCC.

The team at the ARCC are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to provide all the coordination to successfully deal with any aircraft accident or forced landing that should occur in the South African Flight Information Region.

Knowing who to call in the event of an accident or forced landing involving any aircraft, could mean the difference between life and death, this includes, family members, flight schools and operators. 

SkyTime and JetA1Only is an aircraft leasing company providing quality aircraft with a friendly service, making flying the most pleasant experience.

SkyTime aim is to support student pilots who ultimately want to make their passion a profession by supporting them to build hours in a very diverse and beautiful flying environment at very attractive cost.

With several hour building packages available that can be combined with one another, SkyTime will prepare you for entering your career as a professional pilot. 

Based in Johannesburg, Sling Aircraft is a Manufacturing Organisation which designs, manufactures and markets the highly acclaimed Sling range of light aircraft and light aircraft construction kits. The company’s first aircraft, the Sling 2, is a 2-seat light aircraft which the company spent 4.5 years developing and is currently available in three models, the Sling 2, Sling LSA and Sling Taildragger. Following the worldwide success of the Sling 2, the company developed a 4-seat variant, the Sling 4, which was launched in 2011, followed by the award-winning Sling TSi, a high-performance, turbo sport injected variant of the Sling 4 which was launched in 2018.

More recently, the company launched their all-new Sling High Wing which features all the great Sling handling characteristics combined with the inherent stability of the classic high wing design. An outstanding 4 place high-performance aircraft, the Sling High Wing is available in tricycle and taildragger variants. Sling Aircraft is represented globally across six continents via their distributor network and to date has sold more than 900 aircraft.

We can help you with just about any spare you may need for a helicopter or aircraft, from engine, to airframe, to avionics. We are proud to supply product lines from some of Aviation’s top manufacturers including Lycoming Engines, Concorde Batteries, Champion Aerospace, RAPCO Continental Motors, Gill Batteries, Cleveland Brakes, Artex ELTs, David Clark, Floats and Fuel Cells, Marvel Schebler, Plane Power, Skytec, Lamar Technologies, Barry Controls, Hartzell Engine Technologies, Precision Air Motive, Weldon Pumps, Whelen Lighting, as well as many others. Check out our “Shop by brands” page for more products or use our parts search function at the top of the page to locate any part you are looking for.

Unisa is the largest open distance learning institution in Africa, the longest standing dedicated distance education university in the world.

In partnership with the world’s leading insurers, underwriters and sub-agents, we’ve been providing specialised aviation insurance for over a decade. Excellence and nothing less is our desired end-point.

JMB Aircraft is the production company of the VL3, a plane designed by Vanessa Air and produced in the past by Aveko.

JMB Aircraft is run by two Belgium brothers who started to fly when they were only fourteen years old. It’s safe to say that flying runs through their blood.

Their passion and dedication can be seen in the final product.  Behind JMB Aircraft is JMB Aviation, a Belgium company with more than 20 years of experience in aviation.

JMB Aviation owns a private airfield with a successful flight school. Maintenance and repair facilities are located in Amougies, Belgium.

VL3 Aviation offer service centres in both Cape Town and Gauteng South Africa.

Wings ‘n Things is a pilot supplies store established in 1990. We are authorised dealers of the world’s leading aviation brands such as Jeppesen, David Clark and Bose, as well as a reseller of many other aviation products. We strive to provide the widest range of products for pilots and aviation enthusiasts on the African continent.

Located at the heart of the capital city, and conveniently located in the middle of a fast-growing industrial and tourism hub. Wonderboom National Airport is proudly a dynamic base for all general aviation activities and many aviation enterprises.

The state-of-the-art infrastructure makes Wonderboom National Airport ideally superior for all types of aeronautical activities. This infrastructure includes two runways, multiple taxi-ways, two large aprons, Category 7 rescue, NDB and VORs, an air traffic control tower, and advanced runway and taxiway aeronautical ground lightening for use in inclement weather conditions.

Air commerce is on a steady increase, thanks to superior service standards and ultra-low rates for property rentals and aeronautical activities. To build on its current strengths, WNA is planned for further development. This includes the extension of its runway to create air links that will support growth in all facets of the airport operations. These include turning the airport into a port of entry and capitalizing on the industrial parks, agribusiness, mining, and tourism sector primarily located within the Northern half of Tshwane.

World AirNews is Africa’s oldest and widest-circulating aviation news journal, now in its 50th year of publication.

In January 2021 World Airnews became a digital only publication as a direct result of the Covid-19 pandemic and the effect this virus had on aviation across the globe – grounding fleets and crew and effectively putting a stop to world travel in March 2021. As time goes on and aviation recovers we do plan to bring back a print version but this will – as always – be dependent on the advertising support we receive.

Embracing this new technology our digital or e-Magazine is available on desktop and mobile. Subscribers ( paid and free) receive an email notification each month and can read our latest news, features and articles.

The print readership survey statistics reflected below relate to one conducted when we were still printing copies and posting them out to the rest of Africa – although out dated it does make for an interesting read.