PRESS RELEASE
General Aviation Services Returns to EBACE in 2024, Unveiling New Services and Expanded Presence.
May 2024 – G.A.S.
adds Mozambique, Botswana and Namibia to its Ground Support locations
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London, England - General Aviation Services (G.A.S.) marks its return to EBACE (European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition) in Geneva, Switzerland, this year, building on the success of their debut in 2023. From 28-30May, 2024, attendees can visit G.A.S. at stand i85, conveniently situated near the NBAA and EBAA stands.
Established in 1984, G.A.S. boasts 40 years of experience in facilitating seamless missions throughout Africa. Since its inception, G.A.S. has been committed to providing comprehensive support to its customers, comprising trip support companies, charter, and management operators, as well as private operators including air ambulance and cargo flights.
Expanding Horizons:
During EBACE 2024 they will be
announcing some exciting news that will further enhance their service offerings,
including significant expansions and integrations:
- New Ground Services and Representation: G.A.S.
extends its footprint to Botswana, Namibia and Mozambique bolstering its
on-the-ground presence in key African regions. This strategic expansion
aims to provide enhanced support and convenience to customers operating in
these countries.
- Integration with LEON Software:
Recognising the growing need for streamlined operations, and
service ordering,G.A.S. integrates with LEON software, meaning LEON users
now have access to G.A.S.’s comprehensive range of services directly
through their flight management screen in LEON, which results
in immediate updates to flight plans, enhancing operational efficiency and
reducing logistical challenges for air operators.
Continued Commitment to
Excellence:
May 2024 – G.A.S.
now provides Ground Support across Mozambique, Botswana and Namibia
Building on their successful participation at EBACE 2023, G.A.S. reaffirms its dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction. With a team of industry experts, including Founding Director Mohammed Tewfik and Director of Operations Hussein Qubah, G.A.S. invites visitors to stand i85 for engaging discussions and personalised solutions tailored to their operational needs within Africa. Mohammed Tewfik, Founding Director of G.A.S., expressed excitement about the upcoming industry event, stating, "EBACE provides an unparalleled platform for us to connect with our existing customers and forge new partnerships. We are excited to showcase our expanded services and demonstrate our unwavering commitment to supporting our customers’ missions across Africa." Adding, “Furthermore, our integration with LEON underscores G.A.S.'s commitment to leveraging technology for the benefit of our customers, simplifying the mission planning process and ensuring efficiency.” To learn more about these developments and for all the latest operational updates across Africa visit www.gasaviation.com.
G.A.S. provides on the ground local support at key locations across Africa
Notes to Editor:
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Established
in 1984 by Tewfik Senior in East Africa, General Aviation Services (G.A.S.)
have over 40 years experience of helping customers with their missions
throughout Africa.
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In 2014
Mohammed Tewfik started G.A.S. UK, to expand and develop the services already
provided within Africa, and also with the aim of having a base closer to their
key customers outside of Africa.
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As
of May 2024 G.A.S. has offices in London (UK), Mwanza (Tanzania), Kigali
(Rwanda), Moroni (Comoros Islands), Maputo (Mozambique), Gaborone (Botswana)
and Windhoek (Namibia). G.A.S. also has its own dedicated supervision staff
across Tanzania, along with its current comprehensive and highly experienced network
of agents across the African continent.
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Airports
in Botswana, Namibia and Mozambique from May 2024 that G.A.S.will have on the ground
support areSir
Seretse Khama International Airport, Gaborone (FBSK/GBE), Maun International Airport
(FBMN/MUB) and Francistown International Airport (FBPM/FRW)in Botswana, Walvis Bay International Airport
(FYWB/WVB), Eros Airport, Windhoek (FYWE/ERS) and Hosea Kutako International
Airport, Windhoek (FYWH/WDH) in Namibia, andMaputo International Airport
(FQMA/MPM),Vilankulo Airport (FQVL/VNX), and Pemba
Airport (FQPB/POL) in Mozambique.
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Across
Africa G.A.S.works directly with CAAs and CAA authorised agents in the 54
countries that form the continent, to arrange landing and overfly permits,
regional ground handling co-ordination and supervision and fuel solutions.
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Since
2020 G.A.S. has arranged over 12,500 permits for over 900 customer’s missions.
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Customers
include trip support companies, charter and management operators and private
operators including those that operate air ambulance and cargo flights.
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LEON
software is a comprehensive aviation management platform designed to streamline
operational workflows for charter and airline operators. With its intuitive
interface and robust features, LEON empowers users to efficiently manage all
aspects of flight operations, from scheduling and crew management to
maintenance tracking and customer communications.