FlyNamibia Overcomes Legal Hurdle to Renew Air Service License, Announces New Routes

In a significant victory for its operations, FlyNamibia, the Windhoek Eros-based airline, has successfully renewed its scheduled air transport service license following a contentious legal challenge. The renewal was granted by the Transportation Commission of Namibia (TCN) after the carrier contested an initial refusal in Namibia’s High Court, securing its ability to maintain and expand its service offerings.

The dispute reached a pivotal moment on March 18 when the High Court directed the TCN to reevaluate FlyNamibia’s application for license renewal. The court’s decision highlighted a misinterpretation of the Air Services Act by the commission, which initially claimed it lacked the authority to review the airline’s delayed renewal request—submitted eight months past the deadline due to an oversight.

With this legal barrier cleared, FlyNamibia has announced the initiation of new routes to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, and Maun, Botswana, marking a significant expansion of its regional footprint. The airline celebrated the launch of its Windhoek International to Victoria Falls route on April 4, showcasing its resilience and ambition to grow.

Additionally, FlyNamibia operates a network that includes a route between Windhoek and Cape Town International in South Africa. The airline has also established a codeshare partnership with Airlink (South Africa), its minority shareholder, facilitating connections between Cape Town and Walvis Bay. Domestically, FlyNamibia serves several destinations from Windhoek Eros, such as Ondangwa, Caprivi, Luderitz, and Oranjemund, underscoring its commitment to connecting Namibia’s key locations.

This development not only ensures FlyNamibia’s operational continuity but also enhances its competitive stance in the regional aviation market, offering travelers more options for connectivity within Southern Africa.