Air Tanzania joins De Havilland Canada component solutions program to support to its growing fleet of Dash 8-400

De Havilland Canada announced that Air Tanzania has signed a De Havilland Component Solutions Program agreement to support its growing fleet of Dash-8 400 aircraft.The DCS Program will provide Air Tanzania with comprehensive component maintenance, repair and overhaul services, and access to a strategically located spare part exchange pool.   

Leighton Storsley, De Havilland Canada Vice-President, Aftermarket and Business Development commented: “The DCS Program provides our customers with superior part availability and cost predictability so they can focus on running their day-to-day operations with minimal related interruptions.Our agreement with Air Tanzania has been tailored to provide the organization with an enhanced, customized package for component support.”   

Ladislaus Matindi, Air Tanzania Chief Executive Officer, said: “As we continue to grow our fleet of Dash-8 400 aircraft, it was a natural decision for Air Tanzania to join the De Havilland Component Solutions Program to provide top of the line support to our business. We look forward to benefitting from the ready availability of spare parts and cost predictability that is essential to running our business, and the expertise of the De Havilland Canada team.”

The DCS Program supports the operation of Dash 8-400 aircraft by ensuring cost-effective repair solutions and global accessibility to over a thousand different aircraft components positioned at strategically located distribution centres and at some customers’ operating hubs. The program, which is designed to meet the growing demand for customized repair solutions, accommodates each customer’s requirements and environment. With its low carbon footprint, low operating costs, industry-leading passenger experience, and jet-like performance, the Dash 8-400 aircraft, which seats up to 90 passengers, is the environmentally responsible choice for operators seeking optimal performance on regional routes. More than 175 Dash 8-400 aircraft are enrolled in the DCS Program.