Coastal Aviation

Coastal Air - Regional Airline & Safari Operator in East Africa

Coastal Air is East Africa's premier regional airline, established 1987, headquartered in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Operating over three decades with 201-500 employees, Coastal Air combines scheduled flights, charter services, safari adventures, and aircraft maintenance (AMO certification) into a comprehensive aviation offering.

The airline serves Tanzania and the broader East African region from three hubs-Dar es Salaam, Arusha, and Zanzibar-connecting safari destinations, island experiences (Mafia), and regional cities. Modern fleet of Pilatus PC12s and Cessna C208Bs enables remote safari access with multi-crew cockpits on all commercial flights.

IATA Safety Standards Assessment (ISSA) certified. New ownership (2022) and visionary leadership drive ambitious five-fold growth strategy. Core values emphasize versatility, excellence, safety, and memorable flying experiences.

Core Services & Expertise

Coastal Air provides five major service categories: Scheduled Flights connect major and safari destinations across Tanzania, Kenya, and Rwanda with regular timetabled service. Safari Adventures deliver specialized flying experiences into Serengeti, Selous/Ruaha, and Mafia regions with tailored itineraries.

Charter Flights offer customized routing and scheduling for groups and special requirements. Aircraft Maintenance (AMO-certified) provides third-party maintenance services ensuring aircraft airworthiness.

VIP Services include meet & assist, fast-track processing, VIP lounges, premium catering, concierge services, and heli-transfers. All operations emphasize safety (multi-crew cockpits, stringent procedures), passenger comfort, professional service, and authentic safari experiences.

Geographic Reach & Capabilities

Coastal Air operates from three strategic hubs: Dar es Salaam (commercial center), Arusha (safari gateway), and Zanzibar (island operations). The network connects East Africa's most compelling destinations-Serengeti, Selous/Ruaha (Tanzania), Mafia Island, plus Nairobi (Kenya) and Kigali (Rwanda).

Serengeti operations access world's second-largest mammal migration and iconic wildebeest movements. Selous/Ruaha connections showcase remarkable lion populations. Mafia daily flights provide whale shark encounter access.

Remote airstrip capability via PC12/C208 fleet enables direct safari location access. Regional connectivity positions Coastal Air as East Africa's principal safari and business aviation link.

Industry Credentials & Partnerships

• Established 1987 (37+ years operations)
• IATA Safety Standards Assessment (ISSA) Certified - continuous retention
• Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) certified
• Multi-crew cockpit operations on all commercial flights
• New Ownership Structure: 2022 (strategic repositioning)
• Core Values: Versatility, excellence, safety, customer commitment
• Vision: Best air travel service with all facilities under one roof
• Mission: Efficient, innovative, qualitative aviation solutions
• VIP Service Capability: Premium amenities, concierge, heli-transfers
• Aircraft Fleet: Pilatus PC12, Cessna C208B (single-engine), multi-engine planned

Service Highlights

• Scheduled Flights: Regular service to major and safari destinations
• Safari Adventures: Specialized experiences in Serengeti, Selous/Ruaha, Mafia
• Charter Flights: Customized routing and group travel solutions
• Aircraft Maintenance (AMO): Third-party maintenance and airworthiness certification
• VIP Services: Meet & assist, fast-track processing, premium lounges, catering, concierge
• Regional Connectivity: Nairobi (Kenya), Kigali (Rwanda) connections
• Remote Access: PC12/C208 capability for remote safari locations
• Safety Excellence: Multi-crew cockpits, stringent procedures, ISSA certification
• Passenger Comfort: Premium catering, WiFi, satellite tracking compliance
• Heli-Transfer Services: Ground/air transport coordination

Coastal Air delivers premier regional airline services combining scheduled flights, safari adventures, charter operations, and aircraft maintenance across East Africa.

Quick Facts

• Established: 1987 (37+ years operations)
• Headquarters: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
• Organization: 201-500 employees
• Core Services: Scheduled flights, safari adventures, charters, aircraft maintenance (AMO)
• Fleet Capability: Remote safari airstrip access, multi-crew safety operations
• Safety Standards: IATA ISSA certified, multi-crew cockpits, stringent procedures
• Maintenance: Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) certified for third-party services
• Ownership: New structure established 2022
• VIP Services: Meet & assist, VIP lounges, fast-track clearing, premium catering, concierge, heli-transfers
• Technology: Live satellite tracking (ICAO GADSS compliant)
• Core Values: Versatility, excellence, safety, commitment

Contact Details

Address: Julius Nyerere International Airport, Terminal 1, Airport Rd, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Phone: +255 699 999 999
Email: info@coastal.co.tz
Website: www.coastal.co.tz