Absolute Aviation

Absolute Aviation Group – Turnkey General Aviation Solutions

Core Services & Expertise

Absolute Aviation Group provides turnkey general aviation services including aircraft sales, maintenance, parts distribution, flight operations, and aircraft management across Southern and Central Africa. This comprehensive aviation group serves aircraft owners and aerospace parts suppliers as the authorized Sales, Service and Parts Representative for Cessna, Beechcraft, and Pipistrel in the region.

Absolute Aviation’s capabilities span aircraft sales, aircraft parts and engines distribution, performance and modification products (Blackhawk XP Engine Upgrades, BLR Performance Innovation, Raisbeck Engineering), plus Fixed Base Operations and Flight Services holding Domestic and International Air Services Licenses operating jets and turboprops under South African CAA Part 135 certificate.

With 51-200 employees operating from 5 hangars at Lanseria plus satellite locations in Cape Town, Wonderboom, Maun (Botswana), and Zurich (Switzerland), Absolute Aviation delivers differentiated, customer-centric solutions covering the complete aircraft ownership and operations journey.

Geographic Reach & Capabilities

Absolute Aviation Group operates African headquarters at Lanseria International Airport where they own and operate multiple aviation businesses from 5 hangars, providing comprehensive infrastructure supporting sales, maintenance, parts distribution, and flight operations.

The group maintains certified base stations in Lanseria (South Africa), Maun (Botswana), and Windhoek (Namibia), plus satellite stations in Cape Town (South Africa) and Lomé (Togo), enabling Africa-wide service coverage. As Africa Region representative for Textron Aviation 1CALL network, Absolute Aviation provides immediate aircraft support throughout the continent.

Industry Credentials & Partnerships

Absolute Aviation Group holds NBAA membership and CAASA membership, demonstrating commitment to industry standards and best practices. The company became the first Africa-based dealer to join IADA, validating adherence to ethical standards and professional practices in aircraft transactions.

Absolute Aviation’s authorized partnerships include Cessna, Beechcraft, and Pipistrel, Textron Aviation , Lycoming Engines and Continental Aerospace Technologies (exclusive distribution), Blackhawk Aerospace (authorized XP Engine Upgrades distributor for Africa), BLR Performance Innovation, and Raisbeck Engineering.

Client Benefits & Advantages

Absolute Aircraft Sales:

• New Aircraft: Authorized Cessna, Beechcraft, and Pipistrel sales for Southern and Central Africa
• Pre-Owned Aircraft: Brokerage and sales of quality used aircraft
• Special Missions: Custom aircraft configurations for specialized operations
• IADA Membership: First Africa-based dealer joining International Aircraft Dealers Association
• Regional Expertise: Deep understanding of African operations and regulatory environments

Absolute Flight Services:

• Part 135 Operations: Domestic and International Air Services Licenses
• Charter Fleet: Jets and turboprops operated to SA CAA standards
• Aircraft Management: Comprehensive management ensuring regulatory compliance
• Flight Operations: Professional operations management and crew services
• Safety Management: Emergency response, safety management, and quality assurance protocols

Absolute Aircraft Engines:

• Lycoming Engines: Exclusive distribution for Africa
• Continental Aerospace Technologies: Exclusive distribution for Africa
• Blackhawk XP Upgrades: Authorized engine upgrade distributor for Africa
• Engine Overhaul Coordination: Supporting engine maintenance and overhaul requirements
• Technical Support: Factory-trained expertise on piston and turbine engines

The company’s first Africa-based IADA membership validates ethical standards and professional practices distinguishing Absolute Aviation from unaccredited brokers and dealers. IADA membership requires demonstrated commitment to best practices, ethics, and customer service—providing assurance to aircraft buyers and sellers.

Quick Facts:

• Founded: 2001 (20+ years serving African aviation)
• Employees: 51-200 aviation professionals
• Facilities: 5 hangars at Lanseria plus satellite locations (Cape Town, Wonderboom, Maun, Zurich)
• Authorizations: Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel (sales/service/parts); Lycoming, Continental (engines); Blackhawk, BLR, Raisbeck (modifications)
• Certifications: 11 African and international civil aviation authority approvals, NBAA member, CAASA member, first Africa-based IADA dealer

Contact Details

Address: Seefeldstrasse 283, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland
Phone: +41 79 429 5966
Email: info@absoluteaviation.co.za
Website: www.absoluteaviation.co.za

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