Draft:Aviation Industry in South Africa

Airlines: South Africa is home to several airlines, including the national carrier, South African Airways (SAA). Other major carriers include Comair (operating British Airways and kulula.com) and Mango Airlines. However, the industry has faced challenges, including financial difficulties for some carriers and the impact of global events like the COVID-19 pandemic.

Airports: South Africa has a network of airports, with the busiest being O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, Cape Town International Airport, and King Shaka International Airport in Durban. These airports play a crucial role in facilitating both domestic and international air travel.

Aerospace Industry: South Africa has a developing aerospace industry involved in aircraft manufacturing, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. The country has capabilities in producing components and providing services to support both military and civilian aviation.

Regulatory Framework: The aviation industry in South Africa is regulated by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA), which oversees safety and security standards, licensing, and compliance with international aviation regulations.

Challenges: Like many countries, the South African aviation industry has faced challenges, including financial struggles, changing market dynamics, and the impact of global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, which significantly affected air travel worldwide.

Tourism Impact: The aviation industry is closely linked to the tourism sector in South Africa. The country is a popular destination for both domestic and international tourists, and the aviation industry plays a vital role in facilitating travel to and within the country.

National Airways Corporation:

NAC is a well-known aviation company in South Africa offering a range of services, including aircraft sales, maintenance, charter, and helicopter operations. Federal Airlines:

Federal Airlines specializes in air charter services, especially for safari and game lodge transfers. They operate from various airstrips and airports in South Africa. Lanseria International Airport:

Lanseria Airport, located near Johannesburg, is a hub for various private and charter aviation companies. Several small aviation businesses operate from Lanseria, providing services such as aircraft maintenance, flight training, and charter flights. Aerosud:

Aerosud is an aerospace manufacturing company based in South Africa. While not a traditional private aviation company, it is involved in the manufacturing of aircraft components and systems. Westline Aviation

Westline Aviation offers aviation training, charter services, and aircraft maintenance. They have operations in different parts of South Africa. Airlink:

Airlink is a regional airline based in South Africa that operates scheduled flights and charter services. While it may be larger than some other companies on this list, it is considered regional and offers connections to smaller airports. Skydive Robertson:

This company focuses on providing skydiving experiences and training. They operate from Robertson Airport and cater to both experienced and first-time skydivers. Pegasus Universal Aerospace:

Pegasus Universal Aerospace is involved in the design and development of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft. While still in the development stage, it represents innovation in the aerospace sector.

https://ibis-air.com/, a upcoming aviation company based in South Africa. They have operations in international.

=Reference= Aviation Benefits Beyond Borders 2018 report (all currency is in United States dollars at 2016 prices).

Arrivals of non-resident tourists at national borders or in all types of accommodation establishments, by country of residence.

Based on ticket taxes, airport charges and VAT (10=low cost, 0=high cost). Source: WEF, Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017.

The IATA Air Trade Facilitation index (ATFI) measures the extent to which a country facilitates air cargo through its customs and borders processes and regulations. The IATA E-freight Friendliness Index (EFFI) assesses the actual penetration of electronic transactions and documents in air cargo shipments (Value of Air Cargo 2016 report).

The Enabling Trade Index (ETI), developed by the World Economic Forum, assesses the performance of 136 economies on domestic and foreign market access; border administration; transport and digital infrastructure; transport services; and operating environment. The ETI is featured in The Global Enabling Trade Report 2016.