Africa 's business aviation market is expected to grow significantly . There are between 400 and 600 business jets in Africa , say experts . The continent has a lot of untapped potential for growth because it lacks the infrastructure needed to support large numbers of planes ( like Europe ) or even private aircraft ( like China ). Driven mainly by entrepreneurs and wealthy individuals involved in the natural resources , banking and telecoms sectors , the continent 's burgeoning market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years . A new industry body calls for common standards throughout the continent .
Africa 's business aviation market is expected to grow significantly . There are between 400 and 600 business jets in Africa , say experts . The continent has a lot of untapped potential for growth because it lacks the infrastructure needed to support large numbers of planes ( like Europe ) or even private aircraft ( like China ). A new industry body calls for common standards throughout the continent .