Tanzanair
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| Founded | 1969 |
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| Commenced operations | 1969 |
| AOC # | CAA/AOC/002 |
| Operating bases | Dar es Salaam |
| Hubs | Julius Nyerere International Airport |
| Fleet size | 08 |
| Company slogan | The Complete Aviation Company |
| Headquarters | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
| Website |
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TANZANAIR was formed in 1969 and pioneered aviation throughout Tanzania. Today it continues to live up to its slogan as the “Complete Aviation Company”. It was founded by Dinos J. Samaras who managed the Company until he died in April 2010. It is now headed by his son John Samaras who was his deputy since 1983.
TANZANAIR Terminal
TANZANAIR operates out of its own purpose built Passenger Terminal located between Terminal I and II at Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam. The passenger lounge is adjacent to the two hangars. It is housed within a secure wall enclosed compound with ample parking facilities.
Access to the TANZANAIR Terminal is via GATE NUMBER 8 at Julius Nyerere International Airport .
The Terminal offers two comfortable air conditioned lounges, rest rooms, wireless internet and telephone. Light refreshments and current periodicals are also available. Aircraft are parked just outside the Terminal Lounge ready for immediate boarding and departure.
TANZANAIR also has a fully-fledged maintenance facility where it carries out maintenance on its own fleet as well as that of other operators. Our team of Engineers are well qualified and highly experienced and receive regular training to ensure that aircraft are maintained as per the manufacturers’ programs to the highest possible standards. All requisite tooling and equipment are available for work undertaken.
TANZANAIR is an approved maintenance organisation (AMO) certified by the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority and the Comoros Civil Aviation Authority.
Certification
Tanzanair holds various certifications from the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority.
- An Air Operators License (CAA/AOC/002)
- License to operate Air Services (009)
- Aircraft Maintenance Organization (AI.1.79)
- Ground Handling Services (GH/043)
Further to these Tanzanair also hold a Kenyan Air services license (KCAA/LAS/1282) allowing Tanzanair aircraft to fly into Kenyan airports for non-schedule operations.
Fleet
With 45 years’ experience, TANZANAIR offers tailor made air travel to suit the needs of its customers. With a modern fleet of twin and single engine Cessna and Beechcraft turbine aircraft, TANZANAIR’s well established reputation leads the way in air charter services throughout the region. The Tanzanair fleet consists of the following aircraft (as of February 2016):[1]
| Aircraft | In Service | Passengers |
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| Cessna 208 Caravan | ||
| Reims F406 Caravan II | ||
| Beechcraft 1900D | ||
| Beechcraft King Air 200 | ||
| Beechcraft King Air 350[2] | ||
| Total | 09 |
Cessna 208 Caravan
The Cessna 208 Caravan known as the CARAVAN I is a 13-seat single engine turbo prop, powered by the highly reliable PT6 turbine engine producing 675 SHP, making it capable of hauling nearly 1 ton of cargo at 150 knots (270 kph).
The Cessna 208 Caravan is a very capable aircraft for almost any airstrip within East Africa, with a fuel endurance of 6 hours it is the most preferred aircraft to hire.
Tanzanair also owns a variant of the Cessna 208 Caravan known as the Cessna 208B-EX version, which is equipped with State-of-the art Garmin G1000 avionics and powered by a 867 hp (647 kW) Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6A-140 that improves performance by 38%.
Reims-Cessna F406 Caravan II
The Cessna 406 known as the CARAVAN II was imported new into the country in 1993. It was the first of its kind in Tanzania and the whole of Africa. It is powered by two highly reliable PT6-112 turbine engines making it the fastest general aviation aircraft and capable of hauling nearly 1 tonne of cargo at 200 knots (370 kph).
This multi-engine aircraft is approved for day and night operations in accordance to TCAA regulations. The Company has 2 Caravan II aircraft.
Beechcraft 1900D
The B1900 is a 19-seater pressurised twin engine turbo prop fixed wing commuter aircraft manufactured by Beechcraft division of the Raytheon Company. The 1900D cruises at about 285 knots (328 mph or 528 km/h) true airspeed. Ordinary trip lengths range from 100 to 600 miles (20 minutes to two hours), but with full fuel tanks, the aircraft is capable of flying well in excess of 1,000 nautical miles (1,900 km). The aircraft is designed to carry passengers in all weather conditions from airports with relatively short runways. It is capable of flying in excess of 600 miles (970 km). The B1900D has a stand-up cabin and is equipped with Electronic flight instrument system(EFIS) making the aircraft a very capable commuter.
Beechcraft King Air 200
The fleet also consists of one executive Beechcraft KingAir B200 aircraft that carry 8-11 passengers each with internal baggage storage, comfortable leg room, reclining seats and full cabin pressurization.
Beechcraft Super King Air B350i
The Beech King Air 350i is the Company’s top of the line model. The aircraft is a twin turbo prop, pressurized with capacity of up to 9 passengers and 2 flight crew. It can fly in excess of 300 knots (500 kph)and given its massive range, capable of flying non-stop Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg. The aircraft is equipped with various amenities to cater for VIP personnel.
The Beechcraft® King Air® 350i surpasses its predecessor’s high-caliber performance with more payload capability and range, a quieter interior, and Pro Line 21 avionics. The King Air is the world’s most popular business turboprop aircraft – a title never simply granted, but earned again and again with continuous enhancement over five decades. The King Air 350i. True to its legacy of innovation.
Accidents and incidents
- 22 August 2013: A Beechcraft B200C Super King Air (registration 5H-TZW) on a charter flight from Bukoba to Zanzibar, force-landed in Lake Manyara following a loss of engine power. The pilot announced he had lost one engine at 21,000 feet while en route and he decided to divert to Arusha. During the descent, at 16,000 feet, the remaining engine also seized. He then ditched the plane in Lake Manyara. All aboard (6 passengers and the pilot) were rescued by fishermen.[3]
References
- ↑ "Tanzanair – Fleet". tanzanair.com. Retrieved 2016-03-24.
- ↑ "Tanzanair to add King Air 350 to the mix". European Business Air News. 15 October 2012. Retrieved 27 January 2013.
- ↑ "Accident description"
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