The Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA) has joined other nations around the world in commemorating International Civil Aviation Day (ICAD) 2025, marked this year with a unique approach.

Speaking at the event held at TCAA Headquarters in Banana, Ukonga, Dar es Salaam, Acting Director General Eng. Furaha Sanga said the day serves as an important global reminder of the role the aviation sector plays in economic growth, trade, tourism, communication, and security.

Although TCAA held its national commemoration on December 5, 2025, the official global climax of International Civil Aviation Day will take place on December 7, 2025, in line with the ICAO calendar.

As part of the ceremony, the flag of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) was officially hoisted.

This year’s commemoration carries the theme “Safe Skies & Sustainable Future for All,” underscoring the need to strengthen aviation safety while promoting sustainable growth for the benefit of present and future generations.

Eng. Sanga emphasized that public education remains central to enhancing understanding and cooperation among aviation stakeholders. In line with ICAD activities, TCAA has used various media platforms to educate the public on its regulatory role, aviation safety, proper use of drones, passenger rights, and career opportunities in the aviation field. The authority also highlighted training services offered by the Civil Aviation Training Centre (CATC).

Beyond the main event in Dar es Salaam, all 15 TCAA regional stations across the country marked ICAD through a range of community and stakeholder engagements, including awareness sessions, stakeholder dialogues, and visits to centres supporting children living in vulnerable conditions.

Eng. Sanga commended the stations for their creativity and commitment, stressing that ICAD is a national event that involves all TCAA employees.

He urged staff to maintain professionalism, integrity, and openness to technological advancements shaping the global aviation sector. He reaffirmed TCAA’s commitment to strengthening systems, services, and regulatory oversight to meet international standards, particularly in improving safety indicators such as USOAP and SASO under ICAO.

The Acting Director General also expressed gratitude to airlines, government agencies, pilots, engineers, and security partners for their continued cooperation in keeping Tanzania’s airspace safe and efficient.

He concluded by wishing all employees and stakeholders a successful ICAD 2025 and reiterated TCAA’s commitment to advancing this year’s theme: “Safe Skies & Sustainable Future for All.”