Akwa Ibom State has marked its 39th anniversary with 39 projects lined up for commissioning, including a new 180-seater Airbus, according to ThisDay Live. Among those highlighted at the celebrations was a female Ibom Air pilot, described as having broken aviation records, who was said to be the centre of attention at the event. The report, by Anietie Usen, profiles her achievement as part of the state's anniversary festivities.

United Nigeria Airlines has announced that it has named two newly acquired Boeing 737-800 Next Generation aircraft after the famous literary figure Chinua Achebe and the Obi of Onitsha, Nnaemeka Achebe. This decision is said to reflect the airline's commitment to promoting Nigeria's cultural heritage and national identity, according to the airline's representative Okonkwo.

A Kenyan woman named Isabella Bochaberi has celebrated what she described as a proud and unforgettable moment after visiting the Boeing manufacturing plant in Washington, USA, according to Tuko. She shared her experience of touring the massive aircraft factory, expressing her excitement about the visit. Details beyond her personal account of the trip were not provided in the report.

The US National Transportation Safety Board has said an Amazon cargo jet applied thrust before crashing in Miami, according to Moneyweb. The flight was operated by 21 Air as a subcontractor for Amazon. The NTSB finding forms part of its investigation into the crash. Further details on the cause, timing, and any casualties were not provided in the report.

Uganda's parliamentary committee COSASE, which oversees government agencies, has questioned Civil Aviation Authority officials over how 82 staff members were employed despite allegedly entering with forged academic documents. According to NTV Uganda, CAA officials said they are actively working to streamline operations and identify such irregularities. The committee demanded explanations on the recruitment process as part of its probe into the aviation body's operations.

Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, stated that the Nigeria–East-Southern Africa Air Cargo route will enhance air connectivity and unlock Africa's trade potential. This initiative aims to improve trade across the continent by facilitating better logistics and transportation options.