UCAA Receives First Airport Shuttle Bus from Kiira Motors
Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) officially received its first airport shuttle bus from Kiira Motors Corporation on June 20, 2025 at Kololo Independence Grounds. Speaking at the event, the Director General of UCAA noted that the delivery of this first bus was a testament to the progress Uganda is making in promoting local innovation […]
Uganda Successfully Hosts 15th IFATSEA Africa Regional Meeting
Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), in partnership with the Uganda Air Transport Safety Engineering Association (UGATSEA), successfully hosted the 15th International Federation of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Associations (IFATSEA) Africa Regional Meeting from June 17–19, 2025 at the Speke Resort Convention Centre, Munyonyo. Held under the theme: “Digital Transformation in Communications, Navigation, and Surveillance/Air […]
Entebbe Airport conducts full-scale emergency exercise to test readiness
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Entebbe International Airport hosts Inaugural Safety Week
Entebbe International Airport held its first Safety Week starting November 11 to 15, 2024, with an opening address by the Director General of UCAA. He emphasized the collective responsibility of maintaining aviation safety and the need for a sustained, positive safety culture among all airport stakeholders. During the event, the […]
UCAA holds Supplier’s Workshop
UCAA held its Annual Suppliers Workshop at Imperial Resort Beach Hotel, Entebbe, on November 11, 2024. The event was led by the Procurement and Disposal Unit under the theme: “Collaboration and Partnerships for Sustainable Procurement.” The workshop aimed to educate suppliers on the new requirements in procurement law to ensure […]
UCAA Engages Stakeholders on the State of Uganda’s Aviation Industry
On January 21, 2025, the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) hosted a Stakeholders’ Breakfast in Kampala, providing industry players with an update on the current state of Uganda’s aviation industry. The event was graced by the Minister of Transport, Hon. Gen. Katumba Wamala. Key Highlights 🔹 Regulatory & Service Provision […]
Uganda eyes expanded air routes after successful ICAN 2024 negotiations
What you need to know: Uganda has concluded its participation in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Air Services Negotiation Event (ICAN) 2024, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with high hopes of securing landing rights in more countries. The Ugandan delegation, led by Olive Birungi Lumonya, Deputy Director General of […]
UCAA PASSES OUT 72 ARFFS PERSONNEL TRAINED IN DRIVING, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF MODERN FIRE TRUCKS
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) passed out 72 Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighter staff who undertook a two-week course in driving, operations and maintenance of the 2 new state of the art major foam tenders, on Friday, October 11, 2024. The trainees underwent a comprehensive training that equipped them […]
Girls advised to pursue careers in aviation
What you need to know: Key figures in Uganda’s Aviation industry have urged more girls to consider pursuing careers in the aviation industry. The Deputy Director General of Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), Ms Olive Birungi Lumonya, made the call during the Girls in aviation day event organized by Air […]
Uganda Adopts Data Communication for Enhanced Air Navigation Reliability
Uganda has upgraded its air navigation services by incorporating data communication alongside traditional voice communication. The new system aims to improve the safety and efficiency of air traffic. The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) spokesperson, Vianney Luggya explains that this advancement enables the exchange of digital information between aircraft and air traffic […]