Aviation Hub Africa

03/01/2025

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07/12/2024

A safety notice a day to keep the doctor away.
ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY
Safety Notice SN-37
EXCEEDING APPROVED LIMITATIONS CAN BE FATAL
Many pilots do not understand metal fatigue.
Each time a metal component is loaded to a stress level above its fatigue limit, hidden damage occurs within the metal.
There is no inspection method which can detect this invisible fatigue damage.
The first indication will be a tiny microscopic crack in the metal, often hidden from view.
The crack will grow with each repetition of the critical stress until the part suddenly breaks.
Crack growth will occur quite rapidly in drive system parts from the high frequency torsional loads.
It will also occur rapidly in rotor system components due to the high centrifugal force on the blades and hub.
Damaging fatigue cycles occur with every revolution of an overload drive shaft or rotor blade.
If a pilot exceeds the power or airspeed limits on a few occasions without failure, he may be misled into believing he can safely operate at those high loads.
Not true.
Every second the limitations are exceeded, more stress cycles occur and additional fatigue damage can accumulate within the metal.
Eventually, a fatigue crack will begin and grow until a sudden failure occurs.
If the pilot is lucky, the part will have reached its approved service life and be replaced before failure. If not, there will likely be a serious or fatal accident.
WARNING
Always operate the aircraft well below its approved Vne never exceed speed), especially in turbulent wind conditions.
Do not operate the engine above its placarded manifold pressure limits.
Do not load the aircraft above its approved gross weight limit.
The most damaging conditions occur when flying or manoeuvring at high airspeeds combined with high power settings.

26/11/2024

02/11/2024

✈️ Urgent Assistance for Evacuation Flights from Mozambique ✈️

In light of the current unrest in Mozambique, Chapman Freeborn Airchartering is here to support those who may need urgent evacuation. Our team is on standby to coordinate safe and reliable charter solutions for anyone needing assistance out of the region.

If you or anyone you know requires evacuation support, please reach out:

📞 Direct Contact: +971 506 341 860
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Johannesburg Office Email: [email protected]
📍 Dubai Office Email: [email protected]

We’re ready to assist 24/7. Stay safe, and please share this post to help spread the word to those who might need it.

28/10/2024

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24/10/2024

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The latest special livery to grace the South African skies has just taken off from OR Tambo International and man, does it look phenomenal or what!? 😍

Well done to LIFT Airline and Checkers for an awesome collaboration... Love the new livery! 👌

18/09/2024

🌍✈️ Day 1 at African Aerospace and Defence 2024—What a Thrill!🚁✨

Hey aviation enthusiasts! 🎉 We’re here at as trade visitors, and we have to say—the energy is electric! From totally awesome aircraft displays to game-changing aerospace tech, we’re like kids in a candy store! 🍬✈️

Why is Aviation Hub Africa here as trade visitors?
We’re here to soak up the innovation, meet industry leaders, and explore new opportunities for collaboration. As champions of aviation growth in Africa, we want to bring the best back to our network. 🌍 Our goal? To find new ways to elevate African aviation through partnerships, advanced tech, and training that will shape the next generation of aviators. 🚀

🔍 What’s caught our eye so far?

✂️Cutting-edge drone tech and helicopter systems! 🚁
🎓Industry experts sharing insights on the future of aviation in Africa.
💯So many opportunities to expand our reach and build exciting collaborations!

Although we're just trade visitors today, the connections we’re making and the inspiration we’re gathering are invaluable 🛫

📸 If you’re at , let’s connect! Drop a comment, or tag us —we’d love to hear what’s caught your attention too!

17/09/2024

Buckle up, folks! 🚁🇿🇦✈️We're super psyched for Africa Aerospace and Defence - AAD. Looking forward to seeing you!

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Africa Aerospace and Defence - AAD Aviation Central

17/09/2024

🌍✈️ Aviation Hub Africa is at Aviation Africa Summit & Exhibition 2024! ✈️🌍

Aviation Hub Africa attended the 🌍Aviation Africa Summit & Exhibition 2024🌍 at the Sandton Convention Centre. This event brought together leaders and innovators from across the aviation industry, making it a vital opportunity for us.

✈️🇿🇦Why we were there🇿🇦✈️
As a key player in African aviation, our goal was to engage with industry experts, explore cutting-edge technologies, and identify opportunities for collaboration that will drive innovation and sustainability in aviation across the continent.

🔑Key benefits of our attendance🔑

🤝Networking🤝
We connected with top industry leaders, opening doors for future partnerships.

🔝Innovation🔝
We explored the latest technologies and services shaping the future of aviation.

🎓Knowledge Sharing🎓
From discussion panels to workshops, we gained valuable insights to help us stay ahead in the ever-evolving aviation landscape.

Our presence at this event reaffirms our commitment to driving progress in Africa’s aviation sector. Stay tuned for exciting updates! 🚁🚀

See you next at Africa Aerospace and Defence - AAD

28/08/2024

28/08/2024

Attending: The 2nd International Defence Exhibition & Conference 2024. 🇬🇭🌍

26/08/2024

Pre-flight checks complete. It's going to be a great week.

26/08/2024

✈️🐾 Happy World Dog Day 2024, Aviation Pups! 🐕🎉

Today, we're giving a big bark-out to all the dogs who make flying fur-tastic! Whether they’re sniffing out trouble, rocking pilot hats, or just looking adorable, these pups are the real MVPs of the skies. 🐾✈️

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Let’s give these tail-wagging heroes a round of ap-paws! 🐾🎉 SPCA Springs Official Site

22/08/2024

✈️ 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐋𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠… we’re all about that journey! 🚀 At 𝐀𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐮𝐛 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚, we believe in the power of three: 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞! Whether you’re just starting your aviation studies or already taxiing down the runway, remember to keep your wings steady and never lose your 𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 & 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐘 along the path to success. 💼🌍 A big thank you to the Global Institute of Aviation for the lively session with the students—the questions posed showed a lot of maturity and passion for Aviation! Let’s keep climbing together—one flight at a time! 😎

22/08/2024

🌸 "𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧, 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬: 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡"🌟

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 f𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗮 F𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿
"As a woman, what opportunities do I have to be recognised and succeed in the aviation industry if I pursue studies in this field?"

𝑨𝒏𝒔𝒘𝒆𝒓:

🌍✈️ 𝑬𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑾𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝑨𝒗𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 (𝑨f𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒂) ✈️🌍

As a woman aspiring to enter the aviation industry, your chances of being recognised and seizing opportunities are stronger than ever, despite the field's historical male dominance. The global aviation industry is increasingly committed to diversity and inclusion, with major organizations like ICAO and IATA pushing for gender equality.

Across Africa, we see more women breaking barriers, becoming pilots, engineers, and leaders in aviation. With growing mentorship programs, scholarships, and government support, there is nothing that can hold you back!🌟

While challenges remain, the industry's expanding support systems, diverse career paths, and a strong focus on gender equality make this the perfect time to pursue your dreams in aviation. Stay focused, keep learning, and don't be afraid to soar! 🚀