The global aviation industry is breathing a cautious sigh of relief as Air France officially resumed its flight services to Dubai this weekend. The move comes after a tense period of suspension triggered by rapidly escalating geopolitical friction in the Middle East, which had left thousands of travelers stranded and air corridors diverted.
Category: Aviation
FlySafair Named Most On-Time Airline in Middle East & Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa – 8 January 2026 – FlySafair has been recognised as the most punctual airline in the Middle East and Africa region for 2025, according to the annual Cirium On-Time Performance Review, the aviation industry’s gold standard for reliability metrics.
The South African low-cost carrier achieved an exceptional 91.06% on-time arrival rate, outperforming major global airlines including Qatar Airways, Etihad, and Emirates.
FlySafair Brings Christmas Cheer to the Skies with First-Ever African-Themed Holiday Livery
JOHANNESBURG – Santa’s got a new ride, and it’s proudly South African! FlySafair has revealed “Santa’s Sleigh”, a specially designed Boeing 737-800 that will spread festive cheer across South Africa throughout the holiday season.
FlySafair Secures Five Awards at the 2025 SACAA Civil Aviation Industry Awards
South Africa’s favourite low-cost airline has scooped five awards at the 2025 SACAA Civil Aviation Industry Awards, including the coveted Best Airline by Public Vote pm, a clear sign that travellers love flying with us!