Who We Are

Tropical Aviation Distributors

Serving the aviation community in the Caribbean and portions of South America continuously since 1984

TAD is the Authorized Sales Representative for Cessna Aircraft Company’s entire product line for the Caribbean and portions of South America (French Guyana, Guyana, and Suriname). We distribute the entire Textron Aviation product line. Textron Aviation has manufactured more general aviation aircraft than any other company, and is recognized as the industry leader in safety, reliability, performance and innovation.

We are also the Independent Representative for Bell in Guyana, Suriname, and French Guyana. Bell is the premier manufacturer of light to medium size helicopters in the world and produces a full line of single and twin engine helicopters. Bell helicopters are world renowned for their rugged durability, reliability and safety.

In addition to selling new Textron Aviation, Bell Helicopters and used aircraft, we provide spare parts, product support, warranty administration, maintenance and technical support, and training coordination for Cessna aircraft owners and operators.

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Parts & Support

In addition to supporting Cessna & Beechcraft aircraft, TAD can provide spare parts and product support for DeHavilland, Bombardier, Fairchild, Piper and other general aviation aircraft, and are authorized distributors for Garmin, Honeywell (Bendix/King) Avionics, Pratt & Whitney, Thielert, Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH and other manufacturers. Hence, we are able to support the varied demands of the modern aircraft operator, who frequently operates aircraft of various types and models. We also sell and broker used aircraft; lease aircraft; process overhauls; and provide assistance in arranging financing and insurance.

TAD is part of the Africair aviation group, which has owned and operated fixed base operations, charter operations, maintenance facilities, and has operated a fleet of Cessna fixed wing aircraft and Bell helicopters that provided transport for a major oil company and other commercial customers for over thirty-five years. As a result of our experience from these varied operations, we possess a thorough knowledge of aviation operations which enables us to better understand and anticipate the needs of our customers. Africair is the representative for Textron Aviation and Bell for most of Africa.

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The Africair Group of Companies

Textron Aviation, Bell Helicopter and More

Africair is the largest Textron Aviation (Cessna and Beechcraft) distributor in the world. As Textron Aviation’s Authorized Sales Representative for 46 countries in and around Africa, we distribute the entire Textron Aviation product line. Textron Aviation has manufactured more general aviation aircraft than any other company, and is recognized as the industry leader in safety, reliability, performance and innovation.

We are also the Independent Representative for Bell for 40 countries in and around Africa. Bell is the premier manufacturer of light to medium size helicopters in the world and produces a full line of single and twin engine helicopters. Bell helicopters are world renowned for their rugged durability, reliability and safety.

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E-Z-GO, Cushman, Polaris, Segway and More

TROPICARS is a major distributor of golf cars, utility vehicles and other products used in the golf, resort, hospitality, and power sports industries. We also distribute personal vehicles, recreational vehicles and vehicles used in industrial settings.

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Bell Service Facility in East Africa

Africair Helicopter Support Ltd’s (AHSL) helicopter maintenance facility, located in Ruiru Town, Kenya, undertakes complete factory authorized maintenance and overhaul services for Bell helicopters. We are proud to be the only Bell Customer Service Facility in East Africa. We strive to provide a full range of world class overhaul, repair and maintenance services with parts support, locally in Eastern Africa.

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International Hub

Our company is headquartered in Miami, Florida (USA) where we operate a modern distribution center. Our U.S. base greatly enhances our ability to coordinate shipments from various vendors and, with respect to aircraft sales, enables us to oversee the pre-delivery process to ensure that our customer’s requirements are met. Our product support division is world class. We currently support a hundreds of aircraft and helicopters in our territories and are very familiar with the applicable importation and customs regulations, as well as the best methods of shipment to each country.

TAD’s dedicated and experienced sales and product support personnel are fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish. Our full time product support representatives travel to the Caribbean and South America continuously and are available to answer your technical questions free of charge.

At TAD, our goal is to provide our customers with the right aircraft, part or accessory at the best price available. We are committed to providing exceptional service and have developed a loyal customer base. Please contact us to learn more about how our capabilities can benefit you. For aircraft sales, contact us at sales@tadistributors.com. For parts, overhauls, repairs and general support issues, contact us at support@tadistributors.com.