Our Story

Built on pride.
Driven by purpose.

Bilan Air was born from a belief that Somalia deserves a world-class airline — one that carries its people, its culture, and its ambitions to every corner of East Africa and beyond.

Bilan Air aircraft on the apron

Our Story

Driven by purpose.

Our Fleet

Boeing 737-700

Our planned aircraft, reliable, efficient and perfect for East African routes

BILAN AIR

BEYOND SKIES TOGETHER

Acquisition in progress

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Registration

119

Planned Seats

6,230 km

Range

842 km/h

Cruise Speed

Live Routes

Watch our flights in motion

Animated representation of Bilan Air's route network across East Africa

Nairobi(NBO)Mogadishu(MGQ)
Nairobi(NBO)Djibouti(JIB)
Nairobi(NBO)Addis Ababa(ADD)
Nairobi(NBO)Dar es Salaam(DAR)
Djibouti(JIB)Mogadishu(MGQ)
Nairobi(NBO)Mogadishu(MGQ)
Nairobi(NBO)Djibouti(JIB)
Nairobi(NBO)Addis Ababa(ADD)
Nairobi(NBO)Dar es Salaam(DAR)
Djibouti(JIB)Mogadishu(MGQ)

Live Stats

Bilan Air by the numbers

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Active Flights

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On Time Today

Our Network

East Africa connected

Bilan Air connects the region's key cities with safe, reliable and affordable flights.

Nairobi(NBO) → Mogadishu(MGQ)Nairobi(NBO) → Djibouti(JIB)Nairobi(NBO) → Addis Ababa(ADD)Nairobi(NBO) → Dar es Salaam(DAR)Djibouti(JIB) → Mogadishu(MGQ)
Nairobi(NBO)Mogadishu(MGQ)Djibouti(JIB)Addis Ababa(ADD)Dar es Salaam(DAR)
Nairobi(NBO)Mogadishu(MGQ)Djibouti(JIB)Addis Ababa(ADD)Dar es Salaam(DAR)

BILAN AIR NETWORK

A Somali aviation brand built for the world.

A Somali aviation brand built for the world.

Bilan Air is a Somali aviation brand built to deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality air travel across Africa and beyond. We combine international aviation standards with a strong Somali identity to create a trusted and respected brand.

We believe that great aviation is about more than getting from A to B. It's about the experience, the people, and the story. Every flight we operate carries Somali pride, and every passenger we serve is treated as family.

From our dedicated ground teams to our carefully trained cabin crew, every person at Bilan Air is united by one vision: to make Somali aviation something the world looks up to.

12+

Active Routes

98%

On-Time Rate

50K+

Passengers Flown

6

Countries Served

Life at Bilan

A closer look at our journey

From the ramp to the cabin, every detail is built around Somali hospitality and East African pride.

Bilan Air aircraft wing above the clouds

Above East Africa

Window-seat views over the region we call home, with a fleet planned around comfort and reliability.

Bilan Air team collaborating in the office

Our people

A growing team of aviation professionals united by one goal: making Somali aviation something the world looks up to.

East African landscape at golden hour

Our home

From Nairobi to Mogadishu, Djibouti and beyond, we connect the places and people that matter most.

What We Stand For

Our values

Five principles guide every decision we make,from the cockpit to the customer desk.

01

Safety First

No compromise, ever. We follow international aviation safety standards to the letter and invest continuously in crew training and aircraft maintenance.

02

Reliability Always

We know your time matters. We work hard to keep our schedules, our systems, and our promises — every single day.

03

Respect for All

Every passenger, every crew member, every partner deserves dignity and respect. This is the foundation of how we work.

04

Somali Identity

We are proud of where we come from. Our identity is our strength — we bring Somali hospitality and culture to every flight we operate.

05

Clear Communication

No jargon, no runaround. We believe in being honest, direct, and transparent with our passengers and our partners at all times.

06

Continuous Growth

We are always learning, always improving. Every flight is an opportunity to be better — for our people and for our passengers.

Leadership

The team behind Bilan Air

Experienced operators, proud Somalis, and passionate aviation professionals.

Coming Soon

Chief Executive Officer

Profile will be announced soon.

Coming Soon

Chief Operations Officer

Profile will be announced soon.

Coming Soon

Head of Safety & Compliance

Profile will be announced soon.

Coming Soon

Head of Customer Experience

Profile will be announced soon.

Coming Soon

Chief Commercial Officer

Profile will be announced soon.

Coming Soon

Head of Finance

Profile will be announced soon.

Our Journey

From idea to airline

2026

Founded in Nairobi

Bilan Air is incorporated by a team of Somali aviation professionals with a shared vision: a world-class airline representing Somalia.

2026

First Route: Nairobi – Mogadishu

We launch our inaugural route, operating daily scheduled services between Wilson Airport and Aden Adde International Airport.

2026

Fleet Expansion & Cargo Launch

Second aircraft joins the fleet. Bilan Air launches dedicated cargo services supporting East African trade corridors.

2026

50,000 Passengers Milestone

We reach 50,000 passengers carried, a proud moment for our team and a testament to the trust placed in us by the Somali community.

2026

Regional Expansion: 6 Countries

New routes to Djibouti, Addis Ababa, and Dar es Salaam. Bilan Air now serves 6 countries across East Africa.

2026

Beyond East Africa

Long-haul planning underway. Bilan Air sets its sights on connecting the Somali diaspora in Europe and the Gulf with direct routes.

Ready to fly with us?

We'd love to take you somewhere. Whether it's a quick hop to Mogadishu or a regional journey across East Africa, Bilan Air is ready to get you there safely, comfortably, and on time.

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