New SeatGuru maps and airline apps – yours for the download

New SeatGuru Seatmaps Have Arrived

New SeatGuru seatmaps have arrived for your viewing pleasure.

Remain Calm and Lounge On

Read about how airport lounges are a great escape to get away from crowds, have some refreshments, and pass time at an airport. Written by our intern Carly.

Apps to Add Before Your Next Flight – Part 1

Read about how an airline’s app for mobile devices will make your trip run smoothly. Written by our intern Margaret.

Pyne Africa Events and Awards is Back

TravelComments.com – Botswana: Moremi Game Reserve closed due to flooding after heavy rains

IATA Focus Africa to Spotlight Safety, Connectivity, and Operational Efficiency

TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Demolition of Kanniedood and Sirheni dams (March 2026)

ATCNews:

Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome is the founder and publisher of ATCNews, Eastern Africa’s leading aviation, tourism and conservation news blog of its kind. Wolfgang has nearly 50 years of experience in the tourism, aviation and conservation fields in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, covering all aspects of safari-, hotel- and air-operations.

The Managing Editor of ATCNews is Mrs. Esther C. Goossens.