Air AfriqueRKA

Air Afrique was a pan-African airline founded in 1961 and headquartered in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, operating as a multinational carrier owned by multiple West and Central African nations. The airline served as a major regional carrier offering scheduled passenger service throughout Africa, with hub operations in Abidjan and connections to Europe, particularly France. Air Afrique operated a full-service business model with multiple cabin classes including first, business, and economy seating, and maintained a frequent flyer program to reward loyal customers. The airline ceased operations in 2002 due to financial difficulties and mounting debts, marking the end of one of Africa's most prominent regional carriers. Air Afrique's demise reflected broader challenges facing African airlines during that period, including competition from larger international carriers and operational inefficiencies.