Airbus in Africa

Our presence in the region

Airbus' presence in Africa is as diverse as the continent itself. For nearly five decades, our commercial and military aircraft, helicopters, and satellites have been providing reliable and efficient service to customers across the continent.

Our products & services

Airbus has a strong presence in Africa, supporting aviation, defence, space and helicopter operations. From modernising fleets with advanced aircraft like the A350 and A220, to supporting over 600 helicopters serving civil and military roles, we’re shaping the continent’s aerospace future.

Commercial Aircraft in Africa

Our products & services

Airbus has been present in Africa for nearly 50 years. Over recent decades, Africa’s aviation sector has gone through significant evolutions. This includes the creation of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM), as well as the modernisation of fleets by national airlines.

African carriers are increasingly aware of the operational and economic benefits of acquiring new modern Airbus aircraft. Today, African carriers have chosen to operate some of the most technologically advanced aircraft, including the A350, A330neo, A320neo and the A220.

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Airbus Study: Africa's Connectivity
A report of unserved air routes to, from and within Sub-Saharan Africa.
Read Volume II (2025) Read Volume I (2024)

Helicopters in Africa

Our products & services

There are over 600 Airbus helicopters currently in service throughout Africa, performing vital roles for law enforcement, emergency medical services (EMS), search and rescue, anti-poaching, infrastructure inspection and corporate missions.

To expand our presence and support this extensive fleet, our regional subsidiary Airbus Helicopters in Southern Africa provides local expertise in aircraft assembly, completions, maintenance, engineering and training.

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Defence in Africa

Our products & services

Airbus is a strong defence partner in Africa, offering interoperable and collaborative solutions to ensure combat system superiority across five operational domains: land, air, sea, space and cyber.

Today, nearly 95 light and medium tactical aircraft (C212, CN235 and C295) have been delivered to 20 African nations across the continent. The Egyptian Air Force is the largest operator of C295s worldwide, having ordered 24 of the military aircraft for its great suitability and performance in the country’s hot and dusty conditions and rugged terrain.

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Space in Africa

Our products & services

Airbus delivers Earth observation satellite capabilities and services across Africa, supporting governments including the South African National Space Agency and enabling crucial communications (Nilesat, ALSAT 2A/2B).

Airbus was the prime contractor for Morocco’s MOHAMMED VI-A/B satellites. The company also established a virtual space data centre in Namibia for geo-intelligence.

Airbus partners with the CCF, using Pléiades Neo imagery to combat deforestation and protect wildlife.

Made in Africa

Airbus’ inclusive approach to commercial and industrial opportunities is founded on collaboration. This has led to the establishment of mutually beneficial, long-term public and private sector partnerships.

Today, Airbus' supply chain in Africa includes more than 200 direct or indirect suppliers for products and services that range from design engineering to the manufacturing of aero-structures, components and composites.

In both Morocco and Tunisia, Airbus suppliers and the Airbus subsidiary Airbus Atlantic (previously known as STELIA Aerospace) rely on a highly skilled workforce. They take advantage of the geographical proximity to Europe to source a mix of machined composite, electrical and assembled components for all Airbus programmes.

South Africa’s aerospace industry is a major supplier of parts, components and sub-assemblies across the Airbus product range.

Downloads

Below you find general documents, certifications and standard conditions of sale (SCS).

Latest studies

A study of unserved air routes to, from and within Sub-Saharan Africa

Study Unserved routes to from within Africa by Geert Lemaire - 2024

The Great Enabler: Aerospace in Africa

Airbus underscored the important role aerospace technologies play in Africa’s socio-economic development with a special “white paper” report called “The Great Enabler: Aerospace in Africa.”

SCSs

2020 General Overview of Airbus Helicopters SCS in force

2020 v1 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS SCS Annex Software as a Service

2020 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS SCS General

2020 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS SCS Annex Training Services and Training Items

2020 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS SCS Annex TechData tech assistance tech expe

2020 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS SCS Annex Spare Parts

2020 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS SCS Annex New Helicopters and associated Services

2020 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS SCS Annex HC MRO

2019 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS SCS Annex RO

Civil Aviation

SACAA ATO CERT 31.10.2028

NCAA ATO CERTIFICATE 31.10.2026

NCAA AMO CERTIFICATE 13.08.2025

AMO CERTIFICATE CAA KENYA

AZA SACAA AMO 177 CERTIFICATE 30.11.2025

ANAC CERTIFICATE 01.05.2026

Airbus Helicopters

Registration Certificate Arms Control

AH SOUTHERN AFRICA APPROVED MAINTENANCE CENTRE CERTIFICATE-2025

AH SOUTHERN AFRICA SUPPORT ENGINEERING CERTIFICATE-2027

AHZA GENERAL CERTIFICATE 01-2021

AZA APPROVED AIRBUS HELICOPTERS TRAINING & SIMULATION CENTRE-31-10-2025

Aviation Safety Quality Policy 2023

ISO

AZA ISO 1400 Certicate

Airbus final certificate 9001

ARMSCOR

FACILITY SECURITY CLEARANCE FSC 20251130

A study of unserved air routes to, from and within Sub-Saharan Africa

Study Unserved routes to from within Africa by Geert Lemaire - 2024

The Great Enabler: Aerospace in Africa

Airbus underscored the important role aerospace technologies play in Africa’s socio-economic development with a special “white paper” report called “The Great Enabler: Aerospace in Africa.”