Transair (Senegal)

Transair (Senegal) was a privately owned airline based in Dakar, Senegal. It operated primarily regional passenger and cargo services.

Overview

Transair was founded in 2009 and ceased operations in May 2024 after a fatal accident involving one of its Boeing 737-300 aircraft during takeoff from Dakar's Blaise Diagne International Airport. Prior to its closure, the airline served various domestic and regional destinations within Senegal and neighboring West African countries.

Destinations

Before its closure, Transair served a number of destinations, including:

• Dakar (DSS) - Blaise Diagne International Airport (Hub)
• Several regional destinations within Senegal and West Africa. (Specific destinations often varied depending on operational needs.)

Fleet

The Transair fleet prior to its shutdown included:

• Boeing 737-300 (Used for passenger and cargo services)
• Other smaller aircraft (Possibly including turboprops, used for shorter routes and cargo transport). The exact composition of the fleet changed over time.

Accidents and Incidents

• In May 2024, a Boeing 737-300 operated by Transair crashed during takeoff from Dakar-Blaise Diagne International Airport. The accident resulted in injuries and fatalities. This event led to a government investigation and the subsequent grounding and cessation of the airline's operations.