ROUTES - Air Tanzania plans flights from Dar es Salaam to Accra via Lagos, as well as to Cape Town via Victoria Falls, in mid-December 2025, with A220-300.

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Fleet groundings cause losses to balloon at Air Tanzania

Air Tanzania (TC, Dar es Salaam) saw its net loss rise 62% in the 2023-24 financial year, mainly due to the prolonged grounding of its A220-300s and a DHC-8-Q300, unpaid lease charges, and high operational and maintenance costs. The airline's total accumulated losses reached TZS534 billion shillings (USD199 million).


These are some of the findings in the Annual Audit Report for Public Entities for the fiscal year (July 1 to June 30) in question, tabled in the country's National Assembly on April 16 by the Controller and Auditor General (CAG).

According to the report, Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL) has consistently sustained financial losses over the last six years. In 2023-24, despite receiving TZS70 billion (USD26 million) for staff expenses and TZS57 billion (USD21.2 million) in capital grants, the airline’s annual net loss rose from TZS56.6 billion (USD21 million) in 2022-23 to TZS91.8 billion (USD34.2 million) in 2023-24.

"The worsening financial position was primarily driven by high lease and maintenance costs for newly acquired aircraft, further straining resources," it notes.

Delayed A220-300 ops

In particular, the audit found that Air Tanzania's four A220-300s had been grounded for periods ranging from 279 to 721 days by June 30, 2024, due to poor performance and inadequate support services, including limited spare parts. Despite being grounded, the flag carrier incurred TZS9.16 billion (USD3.4 million) in fixed costs for these aircraft during the financial year.

"The grounding of Airbus A220-300 aircraft due to corrosion and manufacturer-related engine faults led to significant flight disruptions, revenue losses, and unrecovered fixed costs on insurance, maintenance, and staff expenses," he disclosed.

ATCL received TZS5.49 billion (USD2 million) in lease incentives from the TGF - Tanzania Government Flight agency, but this covered only 60% of the fixed costs of the grounded Airbus Canada aircraft. Inadequate feasibility studies and poor understanding of purchase contract terms led to missed warranty claims on engine damage, causing avoidable financial losses.

The CAG recommended that ATCL reassess its A220 technical issues with the government; study optimal aircraft types for efficient, region-suited operations; and, with the TGF, review contracts to recover missed warranty benefits. The TGF owns the aircraft and leases them to ATCL.

Long-grounded Q300

The audit also revealed that ATCL incurred TZS369.13 billion (USD137.4 million) in unpaid lease and maintenance fees over six years, and spent TZS20.63 billion (USD7.7 million) on "uneconomical repairs" for its grounded sole Dash-8-Q300, 5H-MWF (msn 474). This led to a financial loss of TZS91.8 billion (USD34.2 million) and reduced operational capacity.

The Q300 has been grounded for seven years, with nearly four years spent on unsuccessful maintenance, it added. Key issues include the aircraft’s outdated model and spare parts scarcity, along with managerial failure to assess the economic viability of repairs.

Cumbersome relationship

A major deficiency flagged in the audit is the relationship between Air Tanzania and the TGF, which requires the airline to pay fixed monthly aircraft rental to the government agency. However, unpaid lease fees and maintenance reserve charges for six consecutive financial years amount to TZS369.13 billion (USD137.4 million), accounting for 63% of the total reported outstanding liabilities of the airline, TZS595 billion (USD221.7 million), as of June 30, 2024.

The unpaid lease fees and maintenance charges were mainly due to the high operational and maintenance costs faced by ATCL, leading to significant financial difficulties for the company.

Analysis revealed that TZS260.19 billion (USD97 million), or 73% of the TZS354.21 billion (USD132 million) debt to the government, was due to concessionary leases payable to the TGF. The delay in settling these balances was attributed to low revenue at the airline and challenges in managing the concession lease agreement with the TGF.

Current fleet status

According to ch-aviation fleets and ADS-B data, only five of Air Tanzania's fleet of 16 aircraft remain grounded as of April 2025. All but one of the A220-300s are operating on domestic and regional routes, as are its two B737-9s, and four out of five DHC-8-Q400s. Two of the airline's three B787-8 widebodies are flying long-haul routes to Guangzhou and Mumbai International. Its only freighter, a B767-300F, is grounded due to delays in pending flight permits and slot approvals, according to the audit report.
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FLEET - Air Tanzania will take delivery tomorrow of its second B737-9, registration 5H-TCQ, bringing ATCL’s fleet to a total of 14 aircraft.

The plane is owned by the state-run Tanzania Government Flight Agency and leased to the airline.

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ROUTES - FLY BEOND / AIR TANZANIA / WORLD 2 FLY / SKY HIGH

Sky High (Dominican Republic) plans service from Santiago to Providence and Miami over the winter 2023/24 season, with E190.

World2Fly Portugal plans seasonal charters on the Lisbon – Cayo Coco route
from 04 June 2024, with A330-300.

Air Tanzania plans to commence B737-9 scheduled service on 13 October 2023, from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka via Harare, as well as to Mumbai. 

Beond (Maldives) unveiled its first aircraft, a leased 44-seat A319, serial 2119,  ahead of the launch of operations in early November 2023 to Munich, Zurich and Riyadh, followed by Milan and Dubai.

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NEW MODEL IN THE FLEET - Air Tanzania Takes Delivery of its First Boeing 737 MAX 9

- Carrier is first African airline to receive the 737-9

- Boeing's fuel-efficient single-aisle jet enables Air Tanzania to open new routes within the continent and to India

Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Air Tanzania celebrated the arrival today of the airline's first fuel-efficient 737 MAX single-aisle jet. The East African airline is the first carrier in Africa to receive the larger 737-9 model as it aims to meet growing travel demand in West Africa, Southern Africa and India.

"The acquisition of our first Boeing 737-9 marks a significant milestone for Air Tanzania, a momentous occasion that echoes the spirit of the Wings of Kilimanjaro," said Eng. Ladislaus Matindi, Managing Director of Air Tanzania. "This advanced airplane is fulfilling our promise to deliver an extraordinary experience to our customer. As we ascend to new heights, Air Tanzania enhances the fleet's capabilities and exemplifies its commitment while extending our appreciation to Boeing as invaluable partners in enabling our vision."

Air Tanzania currently operates commercial service across Africa and to destinations in Asia with a fleet that includes two 787-8 Dreamliners and one 767-300 Freighter. Since its delivery in June 2023, the 767-300 Freighter has solved critical cargo challenges across Africa while opening opportunities to move business globally. The airline has an additional 787-8 on order.

"Today marks an important milestone for Air Tanzania with the delivery of its 737 MAX, which is perfectly suited to connect the airline to prominent markets in Africa, providing it with enhanced capability and flexibility across its network," said Anbessie Yitbarek, Boeing vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing for Africa. "The 737-9, with its versatility and fuel efficiency, will support Air Tanzania's goal of opening new opportunities and expanding its network."

The 737 MAX family delivers enhanced efficiency, improved environmental performance and increased passenger comfort to the single-aisle market. Powered by CFM International LEAP-1B engines and advanced technology winglets, the 737 MAX reduces fuel use and emissions by 20% compared to airplanes it replaces.

Boeing's 2023 Commercial Market Outlook for Africa projects that the continent will need 1,025 airplanes over the next two decades. Overall African air traffic growth is forecast at 7.4%, the third highest among global regions and above the global average growth of 6.1%.

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures, and services commercial airplanes, defense products, and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability, and community impact. Boeing's diverse team is committed to innovating for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the company's core values of safety, quality, and integrity. Join our team and find your purpose at boeing.com/careers.

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NEW AIRCRAFT - Boeing, Air Tanzania Celebrate First 767 Freighter Delivery to Africa

- Dedicated Air Tanzania freighter will support the East African nation's growing export and import market

DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, June 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Air Tanzania are celebrating the delivery of the airline's first 767-300 Freighter. The airplane arrived today at the airline's hub in Dar es Salaam and will provide the operator with dedicated air freight capacity to serve the country's growing cargo market. The delivery also marks the first direct 767 Freighter delivery from Boeing to an African carrier.

"We are thrilled to welcome the 767-300 Boeing Freighter to our fleet. The 767 will cater to the growing cargo demand which was previously carried by passenger airplanes," said Eng. Ladislaus Matindi, Air Tanzania managing director. "The 767 will enable Air Tanzania to support a journey towards a more sustainable future and time critical cargo schedules across Africa and beyond. We are looking forward to expanding our imports and exports industry that require timely delivery. The arrival of the airplane will open opportunities for global businesses to transport commercial cargo goods to various parts of the world, which will boost national economic growth."

The 767-300 Freighter's excellent fuel efficiency, operational flexibility and low noise levels will enable Air Tanzania to support time-critical cargo schedules across Africa and beyond. Capable of flying 3,255 nautical miles with a revenue payload of more than 52 tonnes, the 767-300 Freighter is the ideal airplane for growing e-commerce and express cargo markets. This is Air Tanzania's first dedicated freighter as the country looks to expand imports and exports of perishable goods, pharmaceuticals and other products that require timely delivery.

"The 767 Freighter will enable Air Tanzania to significantly grow its existing operations with greater efficiency and flexibility across its network," said Anbessie Yitbarek, vice president, Africa Sales and Marketing, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "Air Tanzania's cargo customers now have far more options as the airline boosts freight connectivity between Africa, Europe, the Middle East and Asia."

Air Tanzania currently operates commercial service across Africa and to destinations in Asia with a fleet that includes two 787-8 Dreamliners. The airline also has orders for an additional 787-8 and two 737 MAX jets.

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing's diverse team is committed to innovating for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the company's core values of safety, quality and integrity. Join our team and find your purpose at boeing.com/careers.

Air Tanzania is looking forward to expanding its flights outside the country by introducing new routes to various destinations within and outside Africa, including London, Dubai, Muscat, Accra, Lagos, Juba and Lilongwe.

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NEW AIRCRAFT - Air Tanzania expects Africa's first production B767F

Air Tanzania (TC, Dar es Salaam) will become the first production B767-300F operator in Africa when it takes delivery from Boeing of its first dedicated freighter, the ch-aviation fleets history module confirms.

ch-aviation fleets advanced data shows the brand-new medium-body freighter, already registered as 5H-TCO (msn 67788), is currently awaiting delivery from Boeing's factory at Everett where it concluded its first successful test flight on March 19. Approached by ch-aviation, Air Tanzania Managing Director Ladislaus Matindi was unable to confirm a delivery date. Last month he said delivery was expected by the end of March.

A Boeing spokesperson could not immediately confirm the delivery date either. According to the OEM, the B767-300F is well-suited for developing new long-haul, regional, or feeder markets thanks to its intercontinental range capability and payload configuration. The aircraft benefits from advanced avionics and aerodynamics due to being constructed from a combination of light aluminium alloy and composites.

NEW AIRCRAFT - Air Tanzania now expects first B767 freighter by late 1Q23

Air Tanzania (TC, Dar es Salaam) expects delivery of its first dedicated freighter by the end of March as well as four more passenger aircraft before the end of the year, says Managing Director Ladislaus Matindi.

He told a media briefing in Dar es Salaam on February 20 that Air Tanzania (known as ATCL) expects delivery of one B767-300F by March 31, as well as one DHC-8-Q400, two B737-9 MAX, and one more B787-8 by the end of the year, which would vastly improve the airline's capacity as several of its aircraft are currently grounded for various reasons.

Matindi did not respond to a request for more information from ch-aviation. According to the ch-aviation fleets advanced module, the B767-300F freighter was ordered by TGF - Tanzania Government Flight (Dar es Salaam) – the state-owned aircraft lessor – on July 29, 2021. All of ATCL's aircraft are owned by and leased from TGF.

The Tanzanian flag carrier currently has 12 passenger aircraft, including four A220-300s, two B787-8s, one DHC-8-Q300, and five DHC-8-Q400s. Matindi confirmed that only eight aircraft in the fleet are currently functional. The ch-aviation fleets advanced module confirms that three A220-300s and the Dash 8-300 are out of service.

Matindi explained that two A220-300s are grounded due to technical problems with the Pratt & Whitney PW1524G-3 engines, but he is hopeful they could be back in service in March. The airline needs four spare engines for the two aircraft whose power plants were sent to Frankfurt, Germany for maintenance. "We expect to receive more spare engines from March," Matindi told The Citizen newspaper.

He said that one A220-300 was in service after the engine manufacturer provided replacement power plants in December.

Matindi declined to disclose how much the carrier has lost due to the faulty engines but said ATCL was still negotiating compensation from the manufacturer. "The compensation being issued is small compared to the loss we have incurred after grounding our aircraft," he said.

Meanwhile, a third A220-300 remains attached in The Netherlands over a land rights dispute between Tanzania and two Swedish investors. As reported, EcoDevelopment in Europe AB and EcoEnergy Africa AB were awarded USD165 million in damages after Tanzania unilaterally revoked a land rights claim. The companies persuaded a Dutch court to uphold the attachment of 5H-TCH (msn 55047) owned by TGF. According to The Citizen, the matter is pending before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). Tanzania argued the attachment was unlawful because it was obtained a day after the state petitioned the ICSID to annul EcoDevelopment's award.

Matindo said SATCL would consider wet-leasing aircraft to bridge the gap before the A220-300s are returned to service. "We are currently monitoring demand. We may consider leasing aircraft if demand exceeds the airline's capacity."

Meanwhile, he said, ATCL plans to increase its frequencies to Guangzhou, China, to twice weekly from March 2. The carrier also serves Mumbai International in India once weekly with the two B787-8s. In total, it serves 24 destinations, including 14 domestic routes.

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Air Tanzania trying to resecure London Gatwick slots - CEO

 

Air Tanzania (TC, Dar es Salaam) is re-applying for slots at London Gatwick in line with plans for direct flights from Dar es Salaam in 2023, says Managing Director Ladislaus Matindi.

"Following the loss of our slots at Gatwick in 2020, we have started the process afresh to secure the same and talks with the UK authorities are going well," he said in an interview with The Citizen newspaper.

The national carrier had secured three landing slot pairs at Gatwick in 2019 and was planning to fly from Dar es Salaam via Kilimanjaro to London, but legal issues, Covid-19, and lack of suitable long-haul equipment reportedly resulted in the loss of the slots.

ch-aviation approached Matindi for comment, but he did not respond.

London would be the national carrier's third intercontinental route. Currently, it uses its two in-house B787-8s to operate 3x weekly flights to Mumbai Int'l, India, increasing to 4x weekly by year-end. It also operates weekly to Guangzhou, but due to continued Covid restrictions, flights to China are restrained to 75% capacity, Matindi explained to The Citizen.

Regionally, it uses its A220-300s to serve Bujumbura in Burundi 3x weekly; Harare Int'l in Zimbabwe 4x weekly; Lubumbashi in the DRC weekly; Zambia's Lusaka twice-weekly and Ndola 3x weekly; Moroni Int'l in the Comoros 4x weekly; and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta in Kenya 14x weekly, according to the ch-aviation fleets advanced module. It also serves 12 domestic destinations.

The Tanzanian government is spending USD201 million to boost ATCL's fleet in the coming financial year, adding two B737-9 MAX; one B787-8; one B767-300F freighter; and two DHC-8-Q400s. The current fleet comprises four A220-300s; two B787-8s; one DHC-8-Q300; and five Dash-8-Q400s, the ch-aviation fleets advanced module shows.

Air Tanzania targets West & Central Africa, UK in 2023

Air Tanzania (TC, Dar es Salaam) will launch new routes to West and Central Africa as well as the United Kingdom following the expansion of its fleet with two B737-9s and one B787-8 in 2023 as it plans to turn Dar es Salaam into a regional hub.

Speaking to reporters in Dar es Salaam, on August 15, Air Tanzania Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Ladislaus Matindi said the national carrier would debut flights to Nigeria, Goma and Kinshasa N'Djili in the Democratic Republic of Congo and direct flights to London Heathrow next year. It already serves Lubumbashi in the DRC, according to ch-aviation schedules data.

As reported, Tanzania is spending TZS468 billion shillings (USD201 million) in the coming financial year to purchase new aircraft for Air Tanzania and expects them to be delivered in early 2023. Apart from the three passenger Boeings, the government is also buying one B767-300F freighter and two DHC-8-Q400 turboprops.

Matindi reiterated the aim is to expand Air Tanzania's reach and to make Dar es Salaam a prominent transport and logistics hub in East Africa. "We are starting flights that will attract people to use Air Tanzania to connect, especially to Europe," he said.

He noted that while Air Tanzania plans to improve its domestic connectivity, it is looking to open new routes in Africa and globally. He pointed out that Air Tanzania has already resumed flights to Guangzhou in China, which were cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic.

According to the ch-aviation schedules module, Air Tanzania currently serves 12 domestic destinations and nine international ones, including Bujumbura in Burundi; Guangzhou in China; Harare Int'l in Zimbabwe; Lubumbashi in the DRC; Lusaka and Ndola in Zambia; Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta in Kenya; Moroni Int'l in the Comoros; and Mumbai Int'l in India.

Its current fleet comprises four A220-300s; two B787-8s; one DHC-8-Q300; and five DHC-8-Q400s, ch-aviation fleets advanced data reveals.

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Air Tanzania Announces Order for Boeing Freighter and Passenger Jets

 

- Order for 787 Dreamliner, 767 Freighter and two 737 MAX airplanes

- Passenger and freighter models will boost airline's capability in Africa and beyond

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and the United Republic of Tanzania today announced an order for a 787-8 Dreamliner, a 767-300 Freighter and two 737 MAX jets at the 2021 Dubai Airshow. The airplanes will be operated by Air Tanzania, the national flag-carrier of Tanzania, to expand service from the country to new markets across Africa, Asia and Europe. The order, valued at more than $726 million at list prices, was previously unidentified on the Boeing Orders and Deliveries website.

"Our flagship 787 Dreamliner is popular with our passengers, providing unrivalled in-flight comfort and ultra-efficiency for our long-haul growth," said Air Tanzania CEO Ladislaus Matindi." Adding to our 787 fleet, the introduction of the 737 MAX and 767 Freighter will give Air Tanzania exceptional capability and flexibility to meet passenger and cargo demand within Africa and beyond."

Based in Dar es Salaam, the carrier will expand its current fleet of 787s, leveraging the new 737s for its regional network and the 767 Freighter to capitalize on Africa's burgeoning cargo demand.

"Africa is the third fastest-growing region worldwide for air travel, and Air Tanzania is well-positioned to increase connectivity and expand tourism throughout Tanzania," said Ihssane Mounir, Boeing senior vice president of Commercial Sales & Marketing. "We are honored that Air Tanzania has chosen Boeing for its fleet modernization program by adding an additional 787 and introducing the 737 MAX and the 767 Freighter into its expanding network."

Boeing's 2021 Commercial Market Outlook forecasts that, by 2040, Africa's airlines will require 1,030 new airplanes valued at $160 billion and aftermarket services such as manufacturing and repair worth $235 billion, supporting growth in air travel and economies across the continent.

Boeing's heritage in Africa began more than 75 years ago, with more than 60 airline customers operating as many as 500 Boeing airplanes. Boeing has an office in Johannesburg, South Africa, in addition to field service representatives supporting commercial customers across the continent.

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing's diverse team is committed to innovating for the future and living the company's core values of safety, quality and integrity. Learn more at www.boeing.com.

Air Tanzania plots B787-8 fleet growth

The Tanzanian government has announced plans to increase the fleet of flag carrier Air Tanzania (TC, Dar es Salaam) by adding one more B787-8, the largest English-language daily The Citizen has reported.

The plans were announced at a press conference by the government spokesperson Hassan Abbas.

The Tanzanian flag carrier has recently taken delivery of its second B787-8. It uses one of the widebody twinjets, 5H-TCJ (msn 66133) to run 3x weekly services from Dar es Salaam to Mumbai Int'l while the other one, 5H-TCG (msn 64249) has been stored since October 31, 2019. Air Tanzania plans to expand its long-haul network to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi and Guangzhou shortly.

The Tanzanian carrier's fleet also includes two A220-300s, one inactive Dash 8-300, three Dash 8-400s, one inactive Fokker 28-3000, and one inactive Fokker 50.



Abbas confirmed that state-owned lessor TGF - Tanzania Government Flight (Dar es Salaam) has already initiated financing for a further Dash 8-400, recently ordered for Air Tanzania, and two further A220-300s that the carrier has on order. The carrier also has a fifth Dash 8-400 on order.

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Air Tanzania orders two more aircraft from Airbus

Air Tanzania (TC, Dar es Salaam) will acquire two more aircraft from Airbus, The Office of President John Magufuli has announced.

In a statement issued last week, Magufuli said only that two more aircraft had been ordered alongside a previously disclosed Dash 8-400 from De Havilland Aircraft of Canada. The state-owned airline currently operates two A220-300s in addition to one B787-8 (to be joined by a second by year-end) and three Dash 8-400s. All aircraft are leased from TGF - Tanzania Government Flight as are one Fokker 50 and one Fokker 28-3000 that were seconded to the airline on Magufuli's direction.

In the financial year 2018/19, the Tanzanian government budgeted TSZ495.6 billion Tanzanian shillings (USD215.95 million) for aircraft purchases. Magufuli intends to use a rejuvenated Air Tanzania to drive up tourist inflows thus benefiting the fiscus.

Thus far, government figures show annual passenger throughput has risen from 49,854 in 2015/16 to 242,668 in 2018/19 while the number of flights operated has grown from 672 in 2015/16 to 3,808 in 2018/19. Overall, Air Tanzania's revenue inflow has also increased from TSZ11.8 billion to TSZ45.7 billion for the same period.

Aside from its growing domestic Tanzanian network, Air Tanzania also serves Harare Int'l, Moroni Int'l, Lusaka, and Johannesburg O.R. Tambo regionally as well as Mumbai Int'l internationally. Plans are currently in place to start service to Guangzhou by year-end. 

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Air Tanzania adds first A220-300

Air Tanzania (TC, Dar-es-Salaam) has taken delivery of its first A220-300 following the handing over of 5H-TCH (msn 55047) on Friday, December 21. According to the state-owned carrier, it will be followed later this month by sistership msn 55048.

Collectively, the two narrowbody jets will be used to operate trunk domestic routes from Dar-es-Salaam to Mwanza, Kilimanjaro, and Mbeya initially. Thereafter, they will be used to resume regional services to Lusaka, Harare Int'l, and Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Air Tanzania also operates one Dash 8-300 (stored), three Dash 8-400s, and one B787-8 on domestic Tanzanian flights as well as flights to Moroni Int'l, Entebbe/Kampala, and Bujumbura internationally.



The airline's Distribution and Sales Manager, Edward Nkwabi, told The Citizen newspaper last month that the B787-8 will start flying to Guangzhou in China via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Thailand in February next year. Since its delivery in June, the widebody jet has been restricted to shorthaul flights leading to overcapacity in the market. The aircraft's deployment was one of the factors Fastjet Group cited for its withdrawal from its former subsidiary, Fastjet (FN, Dar-es-Salaam).

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Air Tanzania adds maiden Q400

Air Tanzania (TC, Dar-es-Salaam) has taken delivery of the first of two Dash 8-400s it has on order from Bombardier (BBA, Montréal Trudeau). Owned by the Tanzanian government, C-FIFG (cn 4495) will be transferred to the local registry over the coming days before starting commercial services.
The airline’s acting managing director Patrick Itule previously said the Q400s' arrival will herald a dramatic expansion in the state-owned carrier's network from Dar-es-Salaam which currently consists of Kigoma and Moroni Int'l. Alongside Air Tanzania's only aircraft, an eighteen year-old Dash 8-300, the two Q400s will be used to gradually roll out service to: Dodoma; Mwanza; Arusha; Mbeya; Tabora; Kilimanjaro; Zanzibar; Pemba Wawi; and Bukoba.

As previously reported, the Tanzanian government also plans to acquire a CS300, although no delivery date, or any confirmation that it would be placed with Air Tanzania, has been given.

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Air Tanzania begins leasing a Trident Aviation CRJ-200

Air Tanzânia has taken delivery of its first CRJ-200, 5Y-WWA (cn 7350), on lease from Kenya's Trident Aviation. The twinjet arrived in Dar-es-Salaam on Saturday, March 8 and will reportedly be joined by two CRJ-700s in April and May.