CemAir is one of South Africa’s leading regional airlines, providing scheduled and charter services to over 15 destinations in the country and abroad. Founded in 2006, the company has rapidly grown to become a major player in the regional aviation industry. In this article, we take an in-depth look at CemAir, its history, fleet, destinations, safety record, awards, and subsidiary companies.
Introduction
CemAir is a regional airline based in Johannesburg, South Africa. It operates scheduled and charter flights to more than 15 destinations within South Africa, as well as to regional destinations in Botswana, Mozambique, and Zambia. The airline is also a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Association of South African Travel Agents (ASATA).
History
CemAir was founded in 2006 by Chalk and Erwin Emmenis, two brothers who had long been involved in aviation in South Africa. The company set out on its mission to provide a safe, reliable and affordable service to the domestic and regional market.
Since its inception, CemAir has grown to become a major player in the regional aviation industry. It currently operates a fleet of 22 aircraft, including various types of turboprops, jet aircraft, helicopters and light aircraft. In addition, the airline provides technical and operational services for third-party aircraft.
Destinations
CemAir operates scheduled services to a variety of destinations in South Africa, including Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, East London, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, Kimberley, and George. The airline also serves regional destinations such as Windhoek (Namibia), Gaborone (Botswana), Maputo (Mozambique) and Lusaka (Zambia).
Fleet
CemAir operates a fleet of 22 aircraft, including a variety of turboprops, jet aircraft, helicopters and light aircraft. The airline’s fleet includes the Embraer E-Jet family (ERJ-145, ERJ-135 and ERJ-145XR), the Bombardier Dash 8 Series 100/200/300, the Sikorsky S-76C and S-76C+, and the Cessna Citation Mustang.
Safety Record
CemAir has a strong commitment to safety, and all its aircraft meet the highest safety standards. The airline is also a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), and its operations are regularly audited to ensure compliance with IATA’s stringent safety standards.
Awards
CemAir has received numerous awards for its commitment to safety, service and innovation. In 2019, the airline was named the Best Regional Airline in South Africa by Skytrax, the prestigious international airline rating agency.
Subsidiary Companies
In addition to its airlines, CemAir also operates several subsidiary companies, including CemAir Maintenance, which provides technical and operational services for third-party aircraft; CemAir Cargo, which offers a full range of cargo services; and CemAir Training, which provides ground and flight training for pilots.
CemAir is a leading regional airline in South Africa, providing scheduled and charter services to a variety of domestic and regional destinations. The airline boasts a modern fleet of aircraft, a strong commitment to safety, and numerous awards for its service and innovation. With its numerous subsidiaries and comprehensive service offering, CemAir is well positioned to continue to grow and serve the regional aviation market in the years to come.