Out of Africa – will things ever change?

CAPA ANALYST PERSPECTIVE - a new series where CAPA - Centre for Aviation's analyst team provide personal views on a hot topic facing aviation around the world.

There are only so many times it is possible to highlight the prospects for growth in aviation across the African continent while still maintaining enthusiasm that the huge potential can be realised.

Africa represents the last frontier for aviation development, but impotent government transport strategies and ongoing protectionism practices continue to limit its success.

There is a mild hope of regulatory progress, while perhaps the greatest optimism attaches to some very persistent attempts to expand LCC operations in the region.

Richard Maslen, Head of Analysis at CAPA - Centre for Aviation shares his viewpoint.