By Veronica Mrema
Tanzania has continued to make significant strides in strengthening aviation safety through the installation of modern, up-to-date technological equipment (latest version).
The advanced equipment enables experts at the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA) to enhance their capacity to monitor aviation safety in accordance with international aviation standards.
M24 Tanzania visited TCAA's Aviation House, located within the grounds of the 50th Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair [Sabasaba].
TCAA Aeronautical Information Officer Kennedy Kaaya said that the Authority's primary responsibility is to oversee the safety, security, and efficiency of Tanzania's aviation sector in accordance with the Civil Aviation Act.
Kaaya explained that air navigation services in Tanzania consist of three key groups.
These include Air Traffic Controllers, Air Navigation Engineers, and Aeronautical Information Services [AIS] Officers, who provide essential information before and during flights.
He added that Tanzania is continuing its transition to digital systems in order to improve efficiency and reduce the use of paper.
Air Navigation Engineer Cleophace Charles said that substantial investment has been made in advanced air navigation technology systems.
"This includes modern surveillance and landing systems that enable aircraft to land safely even in adverse weather conditions."
He noted that aviation safety largely depends on the quality of infrastructure and the regular maintenance of air navigation equipment.
Engineer Cleophace emphasized that TCAA continues to improve these standards in line with the guidelines of the International Civil Aviation Organization [ICAO].
"Currently, TCAA provides services at 15 airports across the country, and our goal is to ensure that the aviation sector contributes fully to national development in line with the Development Vision 2050."
The Authority has encouraged members of the public to visit the Sabasaba Trade Fair as well as its headquarters, Aviation House, to learn more about how Tanzania's aviation sector operates.
Chapisha Maoni