• Africa's commercial aircraft fleet is projected to increase from 755 to 1,625 by 2045.
• Boeing forecasts 6.5% annual growth in intra-African air travel through 2045.
• Africa-Middle East traffic expected to grow at 7.1% annually.
• Dedicated freighter fleet could increase from 60 to 150 aircraft by 2045.

Africa's aviation growth may indicate a shift towards structural, long-term expansion, driven by population growth, urbanisation, and rising household incomes. This could create opportunities across multiple aircraft manufacturers, suppliers, and aviation services, suggesting a substantial increase in the continent's aviation ecosystem.