About Us
Our aircraft have been flying the Bahamian skies since 1970. With a storied history and vibrant future, Trans Island Airways and its professional staff strive to make your travel experience as easy and carefree as possible. As the first company in the Bahamas registered with, Wyvern, an international safety agency, Trans Island Airways is your go to operator for safe Island hopping, or international flights. We focus on going above and beyond to make your trip memorable from take off to splash down.
PLANES
PILOTS
DESTINATIONS
HAPPY CUSTOMERS
DESTINATIONS
DISCOVER OUR DESTINATIONS
We feel that when visiting the Bahamas who better to ask than a local when it comes to places to stay and things to do, so let us be your guide through our 700 beautiful islands and cays. Our customer experience agents are familiar with all of the local boutique hotels, restaurants, and nightlife helping to guide you in your travel decisions or set up a personalized tour including a date with a swimming pig or two.
While we can take you to any airport, or island for that matter, our top 10 favorite destinations are:
Wyannie Malone Museum, Elbow Reef Lighthouse, Hope Town Harbour Lodge, and Firefly Resort
Staniel Cay Yacht Club, snorkeling in Thunder Ball Grotto (ft. in James Bond movie), and stunning beaches.
Bone fishing, deep sea fishing, scuba diving, and snorkeling
The Swimming Pigs and snorkeling
Glass Window Bridge, Hatchet Bay Caves, infinity pool, hammocks, stand up paddle boarding, snorkeling, and fantastic sushi
Snorkeling on the second largest reef complex system in the Western North Atlantic
Valentines Resort, Pink Sands Resort, the Blue Bar, Sip Sip Restaurant, Blue Rooster & Sugar Mill boutiques, quaint architecture, and historic churches
& Allen’s Cay
Deep sea fishing, snorkeling, beaching, and indeginous friendly Iguanas
Bike riding, scuba diving, bone fishing, and Dean’s Blue Hole (World’s deepest blue hole)
Pet nurse sharks, great burgers, and stunning beaches picture©Jillian Morris
FLEET
From Tarmac to Shorelines, we take you there! Trans Island Airways has the largest charter fleet in the Bahamas that’s designed with you in mind. Our Seaplane Operation is the only year round operation of its kind in the Bahamas and is perfect for a quick weekend getaway. Our Cessna 402C’s gives you the room you need at the price point you want. Our Learjet 60 and Citation Ultra will get you there quickly and comfortably. Once you are onboard you can fly easy knowing your plane is maintained by leading mechanics and repair stations all exceeding government requirements. Climb in! Discover why we are “The Best Tail in the Bahamas”.
Range: 856 nm
Cruise Speed: 212 mph
Cabin Length: 11'3
Cabin Height: 4'3
Cabin Width: 4'8
Baggage Space: 650 lbs*
*Weight dependent
The Cessna 402C is a tried and proven twin-engine plane, and a pilots’ favorite. When selecting our fleet we wanted to maximize our customer’s legroom, comfort, safety, and value; and very quickly there was only one option. Our Low Time Cessna 402C’s allows you to travel with up to 9 passengers and their baggage with the safety and comfort afforded by having two engines. With new interiors installed in the Fall of 2015, our planes are sure to impress and most importantly get you to your destination relaxed, safe, and on schedule.
Range: 900 nm
Cruise Speed: 225 mph
Cabin Length: 16'9"
Cabin Height: 5'5"
Cabin Width: 4'6"
Baggage Space: 147 lbs**
*Weight dependent
**Dependent upon passenger load
Our Cessna Grand Caravan 208B is able to accommodate 9 guest in its spacious and comfortable cabin. This large turbine powered plane with additional cargo pod has the ability to carry more bags and more people, further and in more comfort than ever before. This caravan model is ideal for the heavy packer off to enjoy their vacation. The versatility, elegance and reliability of this aircraft is unparalleled and will get you to your destination in style
Range: 856 nm
Cruise Speed: 212 mph
Cabin Length: 11'3"
Cabin Height: 4'3"
Cabin Width: 4'8"
Baggage Space: 650 lbs**
Our Brand New Cessna Grand Caravan EX is able to accommodate 8 guests in its luxurious double club configuration. This large turbine powered amphibious seaplane gives you the ability to carry more people, further and in more comfort then ever before. Experience that new plane smell while on an Adventure of a Life Time.
Trans Island Airways is the only Jet Charter Operator in the Bahamas, and one of few in the Caribbean. If you are looking to get to your destination faster, or are hesitant to fly in smaller planes, please visit our site dedicated to our Jet Charter services. Cut out the reposition leg to the Bahamas that’s outside your network, and get the best price in town.
PRICING
Ready to get a birds eye view of the Bahamas? Tell us who you are, where you would like to go and when by filling out this form and we will get you airborne in no time! Thank you for choosing Trans Island Air.
Don't see what you are looking for? Send us an email or drop us a line and we will gladly get you a customized quote.
CONTACT
Headquarters
New Providence, The Bahamas
Mailing
New Providence, The Bahamas
