Dar es Salaam, Sept. 9 -- TANZANIAS aviation industry is at a crossroads. With a strategic location, an expanding tourism sector and a growing economy, the country is poised to become a regional aviation hub.

Yet, from the perspective of Aerotechnics Tanzania, the sector remains relatively insular, with limited global integration and few opportunities for local professionals to gain international experience.

Encouraging signs of growth are emerging. According to the Bank of Tanzanias 2024 Consolidated Zonal Economic Performance Report, domestic flights rose by 7.1 per cent, while international flights increased by 5.3 per cent compared with the previous year.

Passenger traffic climbed to over 762,000 domestic travellers, up from 714,00...