TACV

TACV Airlines, officially known as Cabo Verde Airlines (ICAO: TCV), is the national flag carrier of Cape Verde, an archipelago nation in the Atlantic Ocean.

Cabo Verde Airlines was established in 1958, initially operating as TACV (Transportes Aéreos de Cabo Verde). Following Cape Verde's independence in July 1975, the airline was designated as the national carrier, becoming a state-owned company in 1983. In May 2018, the airline rebranded to Cabo Verde Airlines to better reflect its national identity. While Loftleidir Icelandic, part of the Icelandair Group, acquired a majority stake in 2019, more recent information indicates that Cabo Verde Airlines is 90% owned by the State of Cape Verde.

The airline's main hub and operational base is Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID) on Sal Island. This strategic location aims to connect three continents: Europe, North America, and South America, as well as West Africa. Cabo Verde Airlines operates a route network focusing on international services, though it previously offered extensive domestic inter-island flights. The airline has been pivoting towards enhancing its international presence and connectivity, particularly to the United States, Europe, and West Africa.

The current fleet of Cabo Verde Airlines primarily consists of Boeing 737 MAX 8 and Boeing 737-700 aircraft. Historically, the airline also operated Boeing 757-200 and ATR aircraft. Cabo Verde Airlines is not a member of any major global airline alliance such as Star Alliance, SkyTeam, or Oneworld. For passenger services, the airline offers different fare options including "Light," "Plus," and "Flex," allowing for standard or preferred seat selection. Its "Morabeza Light and Flex" fares offer "Premium Seats" with larger seats and increased legroom at the front of the aircraft. Some aircraft historically featured a small business class cabin or "Morabeza Comfort Class." In-flight services typically include meals and refreshments.