About Us

A Proven Aviation Partner Since 2001

Global Airways is a leading ACMI and charter operator, delivering world-class aviation solutions to airline partners across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.

For over two decades, we have built a reputation for operational excellence, reliability, and strategic agility – providing fully integrated aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance solutions that enable our partners to scale with confidence.

Our business is defined by precision, performance, and an unwavering commitment to safety – making Global Airways a trusted extension of the airlines we serve.

What We Do

ACMI Leasing

Flexible, high-performance capacity solutions, seamlessly integrated into partner operations.

MRO Capabilities

In-house maintenance expertise ensuring operational control, efficiency, and uncompromising compliance.

Scheduled Airline

Through our scheduled airline brand, LIFT Airline, we bring innovation and a differentiated experience to the market.

Our Commitment to Quality & Safety

Safety is the foundation of our business and the standard by which we measure success.

Global Airways operates under the regulatory oversight of the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA), maintaining full compliance with international aviation requirements. We are also IOSA registered through the International Air Transport Association (IATA), reflecting adherence to the highest global safety and operational standards.

This disciplined approach to governance, compliance, and risk management underpins the trust our partners place in us.

Why Global Airways?

Experience. Certainty. Partnership.

With over two decades of proven performance, Global Airways continues to deliver dependable capacity and exceptional service to leading airlines and tour operators.

Scale, Capability & Fleet

Global Airways is the region’s leading dedicated ACMI operator by seat capacity.

Our modern fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft delivers a powerful combination of efficiency, reliability, and operational flexibility -enabling rapid deployment across diverse markets and mission profiles.

A focused Airbus strategy ensures fleet commonality, streamlined maintenance, and cost-efficient operations, while providing partners with consistent cabin standards and a seamless customer experience.

Our Shared Behaviours

Our Mission

To be the first choice for air travel – not just through what we do, but through how we do it.

We put safety, our customers, clients, and employees at the heart of every decision – across our diverse businesses, from ACMI and Charter to Aircraft Maintenance services and our Scheduled Airline, LIFT. We are united by a common purpose: to deliver an elevated flying experience where safety comes first and our commitment to exceptional service, unmatched flexibility, and continuous innovation sets us apart.

Driven by our people, shaped by diversity, and powered by Airbus, we aim to deliver elevated experiences, foster lasting partnerships and strive to have a positive impact on the aviation industry.