ASKY Airlines has officially launched the construction of a state-of-the-art Boeing 737 flight simulator in Lomé, reinforcing its ambition to transform the Togolese capital into a premier aviation hub for West and Central Africa.
The groundbreaking ceremony, held on Thursday, November 6, marks a major milestone for the Pan-African carrier. The simulator project—fully financed through ASKY’s own funds—is expected to be completed by June 2026.
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According to the airline, the investment reflects its long-term commitment to strengthening Africa’s aviation training capabilities and reducing reliance on overseas facilities. Currently, many pilots in the region must travel thousands of kilometers abroad for mandatory simulator training.
“This is a major project for ASKY,” said Mr. Esayas Woldemariam Hailu, CEO of ASKY, during a site visit. “The simulator will be essential not only for training our own pilots but also for regional airlines whose crews currently have to travel long distances for simulator training. It will be the first of its kind in West Africa.”
ASKY also highlighted the close collaboration with Togo’s Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC-Togo), whose guidance has shaped the design and construction plan. The airline extended its appreciation to ANAC-Togo for its continued support in advancing aviation infrastructure.
The simulator is only the first step in a broader expansion strategy. ASKY revealed plans to invest further in key aviation assets, including a new headquarters and an Aircraft Maintenance Center in Lomé.
Founded by leading African financial institutions—including EBID, BOAD, the Ecobank Group, and the State of Togo—in partnership with Ethiopian Airlines, ASKY operates as a private Pan-African carrier managed by seasoned aviation professionals. Its current fleet consists of 14 aircraft (nine Boeing 737-800s and five Boeing 737 MAX 8), serving 30 cities across 28 African countries.
Through its expanding network and infrastructure investments, ASKY aims to bolster regional connectivity, promote economic growth, and advance Africa’s aviation independence.
Source: wttc.org
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