Tanzania Civil Aviation Training Centre

Tanzania Civil Aviation Training Centre – Air Traffic Management & Aviation Training

The Civil Aviation Training Centre (CATC) is the official training arm of the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA), established 1985 by the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania. Located at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA) Terminal One in Dar es Salaam, CATC delivers nationally and internationally recognized aviation training courses.

The Centre provides specialized instruction in air traffic management, aeronautical information management, communication/navigation/surveillance systems, airport operations, aviation security, and drone pilot training. CATC develops competent aviation personnel supporting Tanzania’s dynamic and fast-growing aviation industry.

Core values emphasize excellence, efficiency, teamwork, flexibility, and safety across all operational and training activities. Courses meet international standards enabling graduates to work throughout the region and globally.

Core Services & Expertise

CATC operates six specialized training divisions: Air Traffic Management including aerodrome control, approach control procedural, area control procedural, and area control surveillance training. Aeronautical Information Management providing navigational and airport information systems training.

Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) systems training covering radio, radar, and navigation equipment. Airport Operations training for ground operations and facilities management. Aviation Security training addressing threat assessment and facility protection.

Course Development designing and updating training curricula to meet industry standards. All courses emphasize practical competency, safety compliance, and internationally recognized standards enabling regional and global employment.

Geographic Reach & Capabilities

CATC operates from Dar es Salaam’s primary aviation hub at Julius Nyerere International Airport, Tanzania’s largest airport connecting to regional and international destinations. Strategic location serves East Africa’s aviation professionals.

The Centre’s government affiliation with TCAA ensures alignment with national aviation standards and regulations. Internationally recognized curricula enable graduates to work across the region and globally. Training facilities at JNIA terminal provide access to operational airport environment and active air traffic systems.

Industry Credentials & Partnerships

• Established 1985 (40+ years aviation training operations)
• Official training arm of Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA)
• Government-established institution (Republic of Tanzania)
• Nationally recognized training provider
• Internationally recognized course standards
• Located at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA)
• Six specialized training divisions
• Core values: Excellence, efficiency, teamwork, flexibility, safety
• Aligns with ICAO standards and regional aviation requirements
• Supporting Tanzania’s aviation industry development

Service Highlights

• Aerodrome Control Training: Control tower operations and procedures
• Approach Control Procedural: Approach/departure procedures and radar vectoring
• Area Control Procedural: En-route air traffic control operations
• Area Control Surveillance: Radar-based traffic management systems
• Aeronautical Information Management: Airport and navigational information systems
• Communication, Navigation & Surveillance (CNS): Radio, radar, and navigation systems
• Airport Operations Training: Ground operations and facilities management
• Aviation Security Training: Threat assessment and facility protection
• Drone Pilot Training: Commercial drone operations certification
• Custom Course Development: Tailored curricula for specific requirements

Tanzania Civil Aviation Training Centre delivers nationally and internationally recognized aviation training preparing competent professionals for Tanzania’s and the region’s aviation industry.

Quick Facts

• Established: 1985 (40+ years operations)
• Organization: Official training arm of Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA)
• Headquarters: Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA), Terminal One Building, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
• Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s primary aviation hub
• Training Divisions: Air Traffic Management, Aeronautical Information Management, CNS, Airport Operations, Aviation Security, Course Development
• Core Courses: Aerodrome control, approach control, area control, CNS systems, airport operations, aviation security, drone pilot training
• Recognitions: Nationally recognized, internationally recognized standards
• Employment Scope: Graduates qualified for regional and global aviation positions

Contact Details

Address: JNIA Terminal, I Building, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Phone: (255-22) 2844437
Email: catc@tcaa.go.tz
Website: www.catc.ac.tz

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