TAAG Angola Airlines

TAAG Angola Airlines

1938Founded
5Aircraft types
1Base airports
DT · DTAIATA · ICAO

About the airline

TAAG Angola Airlines (DT/DTA) is Angola's state-owned flag carrier, founded in 1938. Based at Quatro de Fevereiro Airport in Luanda, it operates a modern mixed fleet across 31 destinations in Africa and beyond, serving both leisure and business travelers.

Fleet

TAAG Angola Airlines, operating under IATA code DT and ICAO code DTA, is the national airline and flag carrier of Angola. Established in September 1938, the airline has grown into a key player in regional aviation, serving 31 destinations across Africa and international routes. As a state-owned carrier, TAAG maintains Angola's aviation infrastructure and connectivity.

The airline operates from its main hub at Quatro de Fevereiro Airport in Luanda, Angola's largest aviation center. This strategic location positions TAAG as a gateway for travel within Southern Africa and to broader international markets. The airline is a member of both the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the African Airlines Association, reflecting its commitment to international standards and regional cooperation.

TAAG's fleet comprises 28 aircraft, including modern types such as the Airbus A220, Boeing 787, Boeing 777, Boeing 737, and De Havilland Canada Dash 8. This mix of wide-body, narrow-body, and regional turboprops enables the airline to serve diverse route networks efficiently-from long-haul international flights to shorter regional connections. The airline also operates the frequent-flyer loyalty program Umbi Umbi Club for regular passengers.