Airbus Marks 50 Years in Africa with Continued Investment in South African Aviation
By Defence Circle/Image:Jarryd Sinovich Airbus highlighted its 50-year presence on the African continent during its media briefing at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition, outlining its contribution to aviation development, local industry, technical training and aerospace support across the region. Nam-Binh Hoang, Managing Director of Airbus Southern Africa, represented the company during the […]
Africa Stood Tall: AAD 2026 Showcased Continental Capability as Attention Turns to 2028
By Defence Circle/Images: Jarryd Sinovich The 13th edition of Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) came to a spectacular close at Air Force Base Waterkloof in Centurion on 20 September, capping five days that confirmed the event’s standing as the continent’s premier aerospace and defence platform. AAD 2026 hosted 52 official delegations from 28 countries and […]
Bushtec Solutions launches 12 new deployable infrastructure products at AAD 2026
Bushtec Solutions, part of the Canvas and Tent Group, launched 12 new products at Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026, held at Waterkloof Airforce Base in September. The launch is anchored by the campaign theme ‘The Value of Experience’, referencing the company’s more than 55 years of engineering heritage across seven continents and over 1,000 […]
South African Defence Innovation Takes Center Stage at AAD 2026
The 2026 Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) expo marked a major milestone for South African defence manufacturing, driven by a remarkable turnout of international delegations and strong continental support. Speaking at the event, Daniel du Plessis, Vice President for Africa at Milkor, highlighted the immense interest generated by South African defence capabilities and emphasized the […]
Paramount unveils V-Raven reusable VTOL ISR & light attack system at AAD 2026
Following its high profile unveiling at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 exhibition, global aerospace and defence technology leader Paramount has formally introduced the V-Raven, a new family of reusable vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aircraft systems. Built to provide persistent intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR) and light attack capabilities in demanding environments, the […]
Sweden and South Africa Reaffirm Defence Cooperation at AAD Expo
By Jarryd Sinovich/Images by Swedish Embassy The 2026 African Aerospace and Defence (AAD) Expo at Air Force Base Waterkloof served as a pivotal backdrop for high-level bilateral diplomacy, underscoring the enduring and vital defence partnership between Sweden and South Africa. Against a landscape of rapidly evolving global security requirements and technological innovation, delegation members from […]
HENSOLDT Introduces KENIS Sensor and Secures Major Customer Order at AAD 2026
by Jarryd Sinovich/Images by HENSOLDT HENSOLDT South Africa has marked the launch of its KENIS 1280 AK thermal imaging sensor as a standalone product with a significant customer agreement signed during Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026. HENSOLDT South Africa and Estonia-based HEVI Optronics have signed an agreement for the supply of 200 KENIS 1280 […]
DCD Defence Unveils Bushbuck Light Tactical Vehicle at AAD 2026
DCD Defence officially unveiled its newest protected-mobility offering, the Bushbuck light tactical vehicle, at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) exhibition. The event, held at Air Force Base Waterkloof in Tshwane, recently concluded after bringing together international defence and security delegations. Designed, built and tested in South Africa, the Bushbuck joins DCD’s internationally proven portfolio […]
AAD over the years
by Jarryd Sinovich Images by Charlie Hugo & Jarryd Sinovich The Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) Expo stands as the premier air, land and sea defence exhibition on the African continent. Combining an international trade fair with a public air show, its history over five decades mirrors the development of modern aviation and defence technology […]
ExecuJet MRO services to showcase MRO capabilities at AAD
ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, is set to demonstrate its expanding aerospace and defence support capabilities at the upcoming Africa Aerospace & Defence (AAD) Expo 2026. The event will take place at Air Force Base Waterkloof in Pretoria from September 16 to 20. Operating from Chalet 14, the maintenance, […]