Federal Airlines Adds 6 New Cessna Grand Caravan 208B EX Aircraft to Fleet

South African air carrier Federal Airlines has added six Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft to its safari travel fleet.

Monday, November 06, 2023 at 10:14 PM ET

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South African safari airline FedAir added six Cessna Caravan 208B EX aircraft to its fleet. [Courtesy: Federal Airlines]

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South African air carrier Federal Airlines (FedAir) has added six new Cessna Grand Caravan 208B EX aircraft to its fleet, representing a $19.9 million investment.
These aircraft are specifically chosen to enhance air travel to key safari and game reserve destinations in South Africa, focusing on improved reliability, technology, and passenger comfort.
Known for their advanced avionics, powerful Pratt & Whitney engines, and comfortable interiors, the new Caravans aim to provide a safe and enhanced travel experience for guests on luxury safari excursions for at least the next decade.

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South African air carrier Federal Airlines, known as FedAir, has announced the addition of six new Cessna Grand Caravan 208B EX aircraft to its fleet. The company said the aircraft set a standard in reliability and passenger comfort.

According to the company, the aircraft are especially well suited to its focus on providing air travel to key safari and game reserve destinations in South Africa. FedAir said the Caravan 208B EX allows it to provide its guests with improved fleet reliability, technology, and an enhanced travel experience.