Afrikan Airlines

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Afrikan Airlines, the proud carrier of the Spirit of Africa, was founded on June 10, 2018 and is headquartered in John Weston House, in Johannesburg, South Africa. The airline is 100% owned and operated by the Shalom! Investment Group.

Key Facts:
Callsign: AFRIKAN
IATA:     ZA
HQ: John Western House, Johannesburg, South Africa
Proudly owned and operated by Shalom! Investment Group, a proudly South African Jewish company.
Fleet Details:

We believe our guests deserve to be transported in the upmost style, comfort and reliability. For this reason, we’re proud to have a fleet of state of the art, well maintained modern European and North American Airplanes, with a focus on next generation A321neo, 787 and A350 series airplanes. Unlike many airlines, we’re proud to own many of the planes we operate.

Airbus A321-200                    2
Airbus A350-900                    10
Airbus A330-300                    11
Airbus A380-800                    9
Airbus A318-100                    2
Airbus A321neo                     13 / 2 orders
Airbus A320neo                     12
Airbus A330-200                    14
Boeing 737-800                      5
Boeing 787-9                          16
Boeing 737 MAX 9                3/ 3 orders
Boeing 777-200                      4
Boeing 737-900ER                 6
Boeing 787-8                          22
Boeing 767-400ER                 10
Boeing 767-300ER                 3
Boeing 737 MAX 8                8
Boeing 747-8                        16
Boeing 777-300ER                 17
Bombardier Q400 NextGen   4
Embraer E175                         1
Embraer E190                         6
Embraer E195                         4







Future Fleet
We believe that we can be a catalyst for African growth and are committed to be a driver empowerment for communities in Africa and beyond. Therefore, the airline is in discussions to expand, sustainably our fleet. Currently we’re shortlisting 737MAX series airplanes for mid-long thin routes, a small fleet of 787s/A350s for our European operations, additional A321NEO planes and further Q400NextGen planes for regional growth.

We envisage a fleet of around 300 airplanes by year end 2018, based on sustinable growth and  financial displine.

Route Network
The airline offers a dedicated and comprehensive route network within Southern Africa, serving many main airports and routes, and the airline is committed to expansion as the catalyst for African growth of regional, mid and long connections within Africa.
The airline also offers service in the Pacific Islands, Oceania, European and to the Middle East. We are proud to offer the first – and only African air connection to the Promised Land of Israel.
Airline Partnerships
Our guests are truly our priority - and everything we do must be in their must be in their interest. We are committed to working with airlines that share the same commitment to reliability, safety and guest experience to offer enhanced travel options, lower fares and increased coverage. If you think your airline would be a good fit, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Kindly be aware as a proudly Jewish owned airline, we consider airline values to be an important part of any partnership and will decline airlines that don’t meet our values. 
People
Our people are the true heart of Afrikan Airlines. Behind every flight, there are hundreds of unseen first-class aviation professionals, and these people are the true backbone of the airline. We are confident that no other business in the world has better people to get you there and bring you home. We all work at our best, because we love being the best at what we do. People… they make Afrikan Airlines.
We’re recruiting now! For career opportunities, visit www.beafrikanairlines.com
Afrikan Airlines is committed to developing skills locally, and is proud to have a diverse workforce. 
Product and experience
Every guest is warmly welcomed onboard and assured a pleasant experience. Complimentary Coffee, entertainment and snacks can be found on every flight, and in every class.
We envisage a fleet of around 100 airplanes by year end 2018.
·         Simply Value
Our economy class service, offering a plush pitch of up-to 30inches, on the house entertainment on every flight and complimentary African coffee, snacks and drinks.
·         Value+
Enjoy a larger seat pitch of 32inch and fabulous entertainment and African coffee, light snacks on every flight.
·         Premium
Our luxurious cabin that offers an exquisite experience, priority boarding and check-in, a welcome drink and a chef inspired meal or snack on every flight.
·         Business
Enjoy complimentary WiFi, a dedicated check in, boarding, access to our exclusive lounges, a welcome drink and newspaper upon boarding, a large seat, a chef inspired meal, complimentary African wines, beers and spirits, and on the house entertainment.
·         Tops
Reserved for truly the most discerning traveller, enjoy a complimentary ride to the airport, lounge or kerbside check-in, priority security screening, a dedicated concierge assigned to you during your check in, personal recognition from our flight crew, complimentary bubbles upon boarding, an African gift upon departure, restrantant chef inspired dining options, an exclusive cabin, and nonstop relaxation and entertainment throughout the flight. Plus, benefit from an enchanced checked baggage allowance.
Be rewarded, with Mahhala Miles!
Mahhala Miles! our frequent flyer program is industry leading. There are no black-out dates, and you can use miles on every flight for full flight rewards, upgrades and lounge access.
With Mahhala Miles, guests earn one mile for every R25,00/- ($2USD) spent on revenue tickets purchased directly on flyafrikan.com, through our ticket offices and guest service centre. Please be aware tickets purchased through third party channels do not currently qualify for miles.
Redeem Miles for an Mahhala! Voucher, redeemable exclusively at flyafrikan.com. Dependent on your status, a R150/- voucher can be as little as 16,000 miles.

AfrikanTV

Enjoy the best movies, games and entertainment on your phone with our app, AfrikanTV. Refreshed monthly - our top tier and inspirational movies will inspire and delight you. Plus, our Business and Top guests enjoy a complimentary AFRIKANTV Tablet to enjoy movies, games and entertainment. Onboard our long haul flights, enjoy back screen, touch screen entertainment in every seat.

Reservations

There has never been a better time to fly with us. Book your next adventure at flyafrikan.com for the best possible value, and earn mahala miles on your booking. Alternatively,  call our guest service centre on 800-AFRIKAN. We can also be found through leading travel agents through our GDS partnerships.

-More Details to Follow

On behalf of all of us at Afrikan Airlines, we hope to see you onboard soon. Meanwhile, immerse yourself with our fantastic boarding music, found on every flight.
1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlpKDYJRzMk 2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HWtwNdUmjI