Author: tropicair

Being the only commercial air operator, with both helicopter and fixed wing, located north of Nairobi, we are always the first to be called in times of trouble.  Our help is needed in medical evacuations, mountain rescues (we are based at the foot of the 5,000m Mount Kenya which attracts 1000’s of adventurers), wild fires, and wildlife related incidences.  Our scope is far and wide, both in our abilities and the vast territory in which we operate. 

Our crew are trained as first responders, and both our Caravans and Helicopters H125 can be quickly modified for lying-down patients.  Our helicopters can be fitted with bambi buckets to drop water on the front line of fires, and we also have long line equipment to access areas of inaccessibility.

We have countless testimonials from clients showcasing Tropic Air’s rapid response capability and the expertise of our dedicated crew.

Tucked away in the heart of the world’s second largest rainforest lies Moboma Cathedral, built in 1925. It has stood for 100 years, mostly as a quirky relic of Belgium’s ambitious and misguided mission to bring European religion to the Bayaka pygmies. Built during the colonial era, it was part church, part community center (for health and education), and entirely out of place in the vast forests, far from any town or city. The Belgian missionaries underestimated the deep-rooted cultures that the indigenous communities already had, they were so in tune with the rhythms of the jungle and their lives as hunter-gatherers.

While Moboma’s grandeur has faded, it now stands as an impressive and fascinating reminder of a time when the forest met the chapel and the Bayaka met Belgian message of Christianity.

Offering customised paint jobs, Tropic Air has 10 years of experience working on a range of aircraft, each one being unique in design and colour. 

The project involves stripping the aircraft to bare metal, treating any corrosion, use of high-quality paints including the undercoat, and works carried out by a trained spray crew applied as per the paint manufactures instruction.

Some amazing facts: 

After completing a professional paint work, the aircraft is re-weighed and it’s incredible to discover how much weight has been lost.

A clean paint job make all surfaces, especially the wings, more efficient in flight.

Our team is professional, experienced and creative, and can work side-by-side with you to deliver your dream make over.

Photos: Andrey Joseph, taken at Tropic Air, Nanyuki

In August history was made – not only for two daring Red Bull wingsuit athletes, but also for Mount Kenya, as the first ever tandem wingsuit jump took place.  Román (Spanish) and Álvarez (Chilian) launched from the open doors of a Tropic Air helicopter at 18,000 feet, souring over the dramatic landscape up to 230 kilometers per hour, and safely landing at Lake Michaelson! A great deal of logistics was involved to coordinate this task, and factors such as weather and altitude are essential for consideration.

Wingsuit flying, a variation of skydiving, propels athletes through the air at astonishing speeds, made possible by the use of webbed-sleeved jumpsuits (and parachutes for landing), requiring impeccable body control and balance.

Tropic Air was thrilled to be part of this incredible event, witnessing another form of flying – we thought we’d seen it all!

Deep in a remote part of Great Rift Valley is the territory of the Pokot people.  A scenic boundless haven, which is also a desolate and baking hot land, where survival has been challenged and evolution of strong and resilient people now stand. 

A culture of great pride and great solidarity, colourful in their dress, open and warm by nature and free in their spirits.  But most of all the Pokot stand true to themselves uninfluenced by society and the pace of life that traps the majority of us. A respected system of law and order is led by a council of elders. 

For a couple of hours by pre-arrangement, we have the honour to step into their lives, witness their traditions and become immersed in their world. 

Tropic Air offers a range of scenic flights – both full day and half day, and the Pokot excursion is an add-on to our ‘Suguta and Lake Turkana’ trip, or our ‘Lakes of the Great Rift Valley’ trip. 

We are extremely excited to have launched helicopter operations in Tanzania – a dream for many years! TROPIC HELICOPTERS LTD.

A country with so much variety, space and richness of life, with the expansive Serengeti plains (the epitome of ‘safari’), and the magnificent and vast Ngorongoro Crater. The incredible Mountains of Ol Doinyo Lengai and Kilimanjaro, the soda Lakes of Manyara, Eyasi and Natron .. there are no bounds for adventure in Tanzania.

From our private base in Usa River, just outside of Arusha, we are operating an Airbus H130 helicopter. With thanks to Tanzanian National Parks (TANAPA) we have been a granted provisional permit for helicopter operations in TANAPA Aerodromes, and for evacuations off Mount Kilimanjaro in collaboration with the Mount Kilimanjaro Rescue Team. We are grateful to TANAPA for bestowing their trust in us, and we are are proud to be the first Tanzania AOC holder selected to provide these services..

For more info email: info@tropictz.com