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

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