Jessica Reed is a writer and editor with AIN. She joined the team in the fall of 2023 after two years covering the aviation industry at Avionics International. She earned her bachelor&#039;s degree in English (Writing &amp; Rhetoric) from Pepperdine University. Her hometown is St. Louis, Missouri, and she since has resided in Santa Barbara, California, and Brooklyn, New York, among others. She is currently based in Vernon, New Jersey.

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Jessica Reed

The business aviation community is mourning the loss of Nick Fadugba, whose contributions to the industry—particularly in Africa—have left a profound impact. Fadugba was widely respected for his leadership, advocacy, and unwavering dedication to advancing aviation across the African continent.
Fadugba was perhaps best known for his role as chair of the African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA) from 2018 to 2023. During his tenure at AfBAA, he played a pivotal role in promoting business aviation within Africa, earning recognition for his integrity and vision. His efforts were not confined to business aviation alone; Fadugba was also the founder and CEO of African Aviation Services, where he worked to develop and promote the broader aviation industry across Africa.
His commitment to the industry extended beyond advocacy. Fadugba was instrumental in initiating high-level international aviation conferences specifically tailored for Africa, providing a platform for the continent's aviation sector to engage with global stakeholders. He also pioneered aviation publishing in Africa with the launch of African Aviation, a publication dedicated to promoting the African aviation industry on the global stage.
Fadugba's contributions were widely recognized, including his election as secretary general of the African Airlines Association and his advisory role to the Association of African Aviation Training Organizations. He was also a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society, a prestigious honor reflecting his achievements in the field.

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Aviation Industry Mourns Passing of Nick Fadugba, Former Chair of AfBAA

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Nick Fadugba, a leader in advancing aviation across Africa, has passed away. He served as the former chair of the African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA).

Aviation Industry Mourns Passing of Nick Fadugba

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