1,600 Ugandan pilgrims set for Mecca
A total of 1,600 pilgrims from Uganda are expected to travel to Mecca through Entebbe International Airport between June 1-7, 2024, according to the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA). This number is higher than the 1,300 pilgrims who travelled last year. “While we facilitated 1,300 pilgrims last year, we have […]
Excitement as Kisoro Aerodrome Reopens After Months of Rehabilitation Works
Uganda Civil Aviation Authority- UCAA on Friday 31 May, 2024 oversaw test flights at Kisoro Aerodrome, marking the end of a five-month rehabilitation work at the facility. UCAA Spokesperson, Mr Luggya Vianne Mpungu, in an update issued on Twitter, revealed that the exercise was nearing its completion, with major works […]
COUNTRIES WITH WHICH UGANDA HAS CONCLUDED BILATERAL AIR SERVICE AGREEMENTS
Uganda has concluded Bilateral Air Service Agreements (BASAs) with fifty six (56) Countries namely; Algeria, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Benin, Botswana, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, China, Colombia, Djibouti, D.R. Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, Finland, Gabon, Ghana, German, Iceland, India, Iran, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Libya, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Netherlands, Nigeria, Oman, […]
EIA TRAFFIC CONTINUES TO GROW WITH THE AMENDS
Entebbe International Airport experienced a remarkable increase in both passenger and cargo traffic in April 2024. The airport handled a total of 164,705 international passengers, comprising 82,247 arrivals and 82,458 departures. This averages to approximately 5,313 passengers per day. This figure represents an increase of 38,515 passengers compared to April […]
Routine Maintenance Notice: Renewal of Runway Markings
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) wishes to inform the traveling public of routine maintenance activities scheduled for Runway 17/35 at Entebbe International Airport from May 22 to June 7, 2024, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Airlines that had previously scheduled flights within the specified time window […]
Enhancing Passenger Experience: UCAA Facilitates Collaborative Efforts at Airport Stakeholders’ Meeting
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) hosted a pivotal Airport Stakeholders’ Meeting on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Entebbe International Airport, aimed at amplifying passenger feedback mechanisms. This gathering, spearheaded by the Director of Airports and Aviation Security, Eng. Ayub Sooma, served as a platform to foster collaboration among key […]
Upgrading Arua Airfield to International Airport Set to Commence as Gov’t Secures Project Investor
The government of the Republic of Uganda is in final preparations to commence the construction of Arua Airfield into an International Airport. The new development was announced by the Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority( CAA), Fred Bamwesigye last month. Bamwesigye was on a site inspection tour together with […]
Celebrating Global Aeronautical Information Services (AIS) Day: Reflecting on 71 Years of Ensuring Air Navigation Safety
On May 15, 2024, the international aviation community comes together to commemorate Global Aeronautical Information Services (AIS) Day, a significant occasion established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council on May 15, 1953. This day serves as a reminder of the pivotal role AIS plays in guaranteeing the safety […]
10 best airports in Africa in 2024
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Entebbe Airport expansion at 90 percent complete as passenger traffic rises
What you need to know: The project for upgrade and expansion of Entebbe International Airport stands at 90 percent level of completion, the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority’s (UCAA) Director General, Mr Fred Bamwesigye has said. “The major remaining project is the 20,000 square meters terminal building, currently under construction to […]
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