TAAG Angola Airlines expansion and fleet strategy

Overview

TAAG Angola Airlines is pursuing a strategy of network expansion and fleet adjustment. The carrier announced plans to establish Luanda as a major African aviation hub, including a new route connecting Luanda, Dakar, and Praia scheduled for launch on October 31. The airline is also targeting long-haul growth into Asia, specifically identifying China and India as potential destinations.

In conjunction with its network growth, TAAG has reached an agreement with TACV Cabo Verde Airlines to sell a Boeing 737-700. This sale follows a four-year leasing arrangement and is intended to help TAAG adjust its fleet composition in preparation for new equipment.

Entities

TAAG Angola Airlines · Nelson Rodrigues de Oliveira · Ethiopian Airlines · Clóvis Rosa · Luanda

Timeline

1 day ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
TAAG and TACV reach agreement on Boeing 737 sale
TAAG Angola Airlines and TACV Cabo Verde Airlines have agreed on the sale of a Boeing 737-700, with the final price pending and the deal expected to close by year-end.
4 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
TAAG Angola Airlines expands network toward Asia and West Africa
TAAG Angola Airlines is expanding its network with a new Luanda-Dakar-Praia route and is targeting future flights to China and India to establish Luanda as a major continental aviation hub.

Sources

360mozambique.com · atqnews.com · cartadeangola.com · cmjornal.xl.pt