Africa's private aviation partner
AXIS Aviation South Africa, headquartered at Lanseria International Airport, was established to help owners optimise the management of their aviation assets. Licensed as Absolute Flight Services (Pty) Ltd by the South African Civil Aviation Authority for commercial and private operations, we operate from two South African bases, Johannesburg and Cape Town, each with its own FBO and Advantage Lounge.
About us
AXIS Aviation Africa, headquartered at Lanseria International Airport was established to assist customers to optimise efficiency in the management of aviation assets. The Team specialises in reducing the demands of aircraft ownership and are qualified to oversee the full maintenance and flight operations of owner aircraft. As further evidence of our focus on customer experience, our management packages are tailored to the specific requirements of the owner with a wide range of possibilities.
Everything from charter support, to hangarage and maintenance management, to a fully operational FBO and Advantage Lounge with full concierge travel services are possible and provided on demand.
AXIS Aviation South Africa is owned by Absolute Aviation Group and AXIS Aviation AG, headquartered in Switzerland. Absolute Aviation's Flight Services division, established in 2008, joined AXIS Aviation AG in May 2024, and the group now operates from two South African bases in Johannesburg and Cape Town, each with its own FBO facility.
Licensed as Absolute Flight Services (Pty) Ltd by the South African Civil Aviation Authority for commercial and private operations.
Our team brings decades of experience from leading aircraft operators in business aviation.
We fly entrepreneurs, businesses and private travellers across Africa and beyond.
An integrated aviation offering
From two South African bases, each with its own FBO and Advantage Lounge, we deliver a complete service for owners and passengers: aircraft management, charter, CAMO, hangarage and full concierge travel, built on Absolute Aviation's Flight Services heritage since 2008.
Our clientele spans entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals and companies who value discretion, reliability and a single point of contact for every flight.
Licensed as Absolute Flight Services (Pty) Ltd by the South African Civil Aviation Authority for commercial and private operations.
Management tailored to reduce the demands of ownership, with full maintenance and flight-operations oversight handled on your behalf.
Continuing airworthiness management, secure hangarage and apron parking across our South African bases.
Johannesburg and Cape Town, each with its own FBO and Advantage Lounge offering full concierge travel services.
Where we operate
Two operating bases in Johannesburg and Cape Town, gateways to our charter, management and FBO services.
Lanseria
Lanseria International Airport
Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport
What we stand for
Safety first
A licensed charter operator. Compliance and airworthiness underpin every flight we operate.
Discretion
Private travel handled with the privacy and care our clients expect.
Precision
Specific, reliable execution. We match the right aircraft and crew to every requirement.
Global reach
Backed by Absolute Aviation Group and AXIS Aviation AG, with a network spanning Africa and EMEA.
Our team
The management team behind AXIS Aviation South Africa, across commercial, operations, airworthiness, quality, and safety.
Sizwe Buthelezi
Managing Director
Shaun Hook
Commercial Manager
Hansel du Bruyn
Accountable Manager
Justin Augustine
Person Responsible Flight Operations
Lorato Moroeng
Quality Assurance Manager
Modise Pete
Person Responsible Airworthiness
Jean-Jaques Janse van Rensburg
Person Responsible Safety and Security
Kevin Pillay
Advantage Lounge Manager (Lanseria)
Roxanne Dippenaar
Branch Manager (Cape Town)
About AXIS Aviation South Africa FAQs
Who is AXIS Aviation South Africa?
AXIS Aviation South Africa is a licensed charter operator. It provides on-demand private jet charter, aircraft management, and FBO and Advantage Lounge services from bases in Johannesburg and Cape Town.
Who owns AXIS Aviation South Africa?
AXIS Aviation South Africa is owned jointly by Absolute Aviation Group and AXIS Aviation AG, headquartered in Switzerland, with a network spanning the wider African continent and EMEA.
Where is AXIS Aviation South Africa based?
It is headquartered at Lanseria International Airport in Johannesburg and operates a second base at Cape Town International Airport. Each base has its own FBO and Advantage Lounge.
What services does AXIS Aviation South Africa offer?
The company offers on-demand private jet charter, aircraft management, and FBO and Advantage Lounge facilities. It also supports charter, permits, and ground handling across South Africa and the wider African continent.
What makes AXIS Aviation South Africa different?
As a licensed charter operator with two South African bases and a fleet of 21 aircraft, it gives owners and passengers a single point of contact for every flight.
Is AXIS Aviation South Africa a licensed operator?
Yes. AXIS Aviation South Africa is licensed by the South African Civil Aviation Authority to conduct commercial and private operations, with compliance and airworthiness underpinning every flight.
Fly with AXIS
From a single charter to managing your aircraft, our team is ready to help.