FlyNamibia Safari / Westair Aviation

Westair Aviation is an established aviation service provider based at Eros Airport in Windhoek, Namibia. Founded in 1967 originally as an aircraft maintenance organization, it has grown into a fully integrated aviation company operating fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. The company is part of the Westair Group, which includes several related aviation businesses such as FlyNamibia, FlyNamibia Safari, Westair Helicopters, Medical Rescue Africa, Signa Aviation, and others.

Westair Aviation serves a variety of sectors including leisure travel, oil and gas, and mining industries. It offers a broad range of aviation solutions such as charter and VIP charters, wet and dry leasing, aeromedical services, search and rescue, freight and air cargo, and aircraft maintenance. The company emphasizes safety and compliance, holding Air Operator Certificates in multiple countries across Africa and Europe.

The fleet operated by Westair includes regional jets like the Embraer ERJ 135 and 145, twin-engine turbine aircraft such as King Air B1900 and King Air 350, the Reims Cessna F406, and single-engine turboprops like the Cessna C208B Grand Caravan for safari and charter services. These aircraft support services ranging from fly-in safari charters to corporate and cargo flights.

Westair Aviation supports oil and gas offshore and mining operations with both fixed-wing and helicopter solutions through its subsidiary Westair Helicopters. Its maintenance facility at Eros Airport is certified for line and heavy maintenance on a variety of aircraft types. The company holds the prestigious BARS Gold designation, reflecting international recognition for safety and quality standards.

The company has extensive operational experience in many regions including Namibia, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, Angola, Malta, Italy, and more. It maintains a network of line stations across Africa to support flexible flight operations and client needs. Its subsidiary FlyNamibia is approved by IATA for scheduled operations and complies with IOSA standards.

Westair emphasizes aviation training and development via Signa Aviation, a part of the Westair Group. The company aims to provide reliable, safe, and compliant aviation services across different regions and industries.

Services

• Charter and VIP Charter
• Fly-in Safari Flights
• Wet and Dry Leasing
• Aeromedical Services
• Search and Rescue
• Aircraft Maintenance
• Freight and Air Cargo
• Aviation Training
• Helicopter Solutions
• Fleet Management