Status Aviation Competitors

The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus designs and manufactures modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in space systems, defence and security. In helicopters, Airbus provides efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

South Africa Airways (SAA) began operations on 1 February 1934. SAA is a leading carrier in Africa, serving domestic, regional and international routes. SAA is a member of the largest international airline network, Star Alliance. SAA’s core business is providing passenger airline and cargo transport services and related services, which are provided through SAA and its wholly owned subsidiaries: SAA Technical (SAAT), a world-class maintenance facility and Air Chefs, the catering entity of SAA. SAAT has successfully delivered high-quality maintenance services such as major airframe checks; engine overhaul; mechanical components; avionics, and line maintenance. From its first flight in 1934, SAA have welcomed the world to South Africa by showing off the warm generous heart of the country. The airline has more than 90 years of excellence and innovation to draw on.

Air Charter Service (ACS) is an aircraft charter company that arranges passenger and cargo aircraft charters worldwide. ACS has offices across North America, South America, Europe, CIS, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Australasia meaning they can offer the best charter solutions using local knowledge. Air Charter Service arranges aircraft charters for organisations including governments, large multinational corporations, royalty and international aid agencies. The company specialises in providing tailor made charter solutions for any aircraft charter request ranging from transportation of football fans to international matches to transporting outsized pieces of cargo and VIP trips. ACS continues to grow and now generates revenues of over $1 billion, arranging over 30,000 flights per year.