AIR FRANCE MARKS 90 YEARS OF AVIATION EXCELLENCE

(L-R): Air France KLM General Manager for East and Southern Africa, Nigeria, and Ghana, Marius van der Ham, cuts a cake with H.E. Nabil Hajlaoui, the French Ambassador to Tanzania, during the celebration of Air France's 90 Years of Aviation Excellence at the Serena Hotel in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The event also sought to celebrate the airline’s key partners including travel agents, travel advisors, and other players of its Business-to-Trade (B2T) network.

Air France KLM General Manager for East and Southern Africa, Nigeria, and Ghana, Marius van der Ham, delivering his keynote speech at the Serena Hotel in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania during the celebration of Air France's 90 Years of Aviation Excellence. The event also sought to celebrate the airline’s key partners including travel agents, travel advisors, and other players of its Business-to-Trade (B2T) network.

• Besides technology, the airline also marked 90 years of comfort on board, 90 years of travel and exploration, and 90 years of fine dining and culinary excellence.

• Moving forward, Innovation and technology are set to define the airline's future and shape the modern aviation landscape.

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, October 13th 2023: French carrier Air France is celebrating 90 years of elegance; 90 years of technology, innovation and comfort on board its aircraft, and 90 years of travel, fine dining, design, haute couture, art and architecture. Since its creation on October 7, 1933, the company has been celebrating French excellence, a “je-ne-sais-quoi” that the world recognizes in France, thanks to an exceptional travel experience that takes elegance to new heights.

Marking the day at the Serana Hotel in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, the airline outlined key milestones achieved over the years in the fields of aviation technology, innovation, and onboard comfort. The event also sought to celebrate the airline’s key partners including travel agents, travel advisors, and other players of its Business-to-Trade (B2T) network. These partners play a pivotal role in the airline's success, working tirelessly to ensure that travelers have seamless and memorable experiences.

Giving his remarks at the anniversary, Air France KLM General Manager for East and Southern Africa, Nigeria, and Ghana, Marius van der Ham, said the 90-year journey has been one of progress, innovation, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

“As we celebrate this momentous milestone, Air France remains dedicated to upholding the values that have defined us for 90 years. Moving forward, the airline remains committed to upholding the values and traditions that have defined it for 90 years. Beyond connecting people and cultures, I see a legacy of innovation and technological leadership in aviation that have played a pivotal role in shaping the modern aviation landscape. It is our commitment that we shall consistently continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in air travel to enhance passenger safety, comfort, and convenience,” said van der Ham.

"Air France has played a vital role in bridging nations and cultures, connecting Dar es Salaam to all corners of the world and enriching the tapestry of international travel. This milestone not only reflects Air France's legacy but also its vision for the future. We celebrate you and we do commend your dedication to enhancing aviation standards, and we look forward to continued collaboration in fostering a more interconnected world through air travel,” said H.E Nabil Hajlaoui, the French Ambassador to Tanzania.

Air France has reaffirmed its commitment to provide its passengers with the utmost comfort and luxury in the air and to connect people and cultures across the globe. This is in addition to continuing with key collaborations with renowned chefs to offer passengers a culinary experience that rivals the finest restaurants as part of its dedication to gastronomy. The airline further seeks to remain committed to design excellence and add an element of sophistication and beauty to every aspect of the passenger experience.

Air France, 90 years of elegance

Created from the merger of Air Orient, Air Union, Société Générale de Transports Aériens, the Compagnie Internationale de Navigation Aérienne and Aéropostale, Air France was officially inaugurated on 7th October 1933. Ever since, the company has continued to create its legend by promoting the French art of travel around the world. Air France today offers its customers close to 1,000 daily flights to 200 destinations with a fleet of more than 240 aircraft.