Air Tanzania Warns of Flight Disruptions Until November 14 Due to Airbus A220 Engine Issues

Potential schedule changes and aircraft substitutions expected, as aviation reports indicate three of the airline’s four A220 aircraft are out of service.

Air Tanzania has warned passengers of potential flight disruptions until November 14, 2026, following the premature removal of engines from some of its Airbus A220 aircraft, prompting the national carrier to adjust flight schedules and deploy alternative aircraft.

In a public notice issued on November 7, the airline stated that flights scheduled between November 7 and 14 could experience delays, departure time changes, or aircraft substitutions.

 However, it did not disclose the number of affected flights or provide detailed technical explanations for the engine removals.

The carrier confirmed that alternative travel arrangements would be offered to affected passengers when necessary, urging travelers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.

According to aviation news platform NewsAero, which cited aircraft tracking data, three of Air Tanzania’s four Airbus A220-300 aircraft had recently been inactive, leaving only one aircraft operational.

Air Tanzania has not officially confirmed the number of grounded aircraft or announced when they are expected to return to service. Each A220-300 has a stated capacity of 132 passengers, including 12 Business Class and 120 Economy Class seats.

Air Tanzania became the first African operator of the Airbus A220 after receiving its first aircraft in December 2018.

The disruptions are particularly relevant to passengers traveling to Tanzania’s major tourism destinations, including Zanzibar and safari regions, who rely on the airline’s domestic and international services.

Travelers are advised to verify their flight schedules through official airline channels, review connection times, and contact the carrier if any changes occur.

Air Tanzania has not released official figures on canceled or delayed flights, and no verified data currently indicates that ticket prices have increased as a result of the disruptions.