TAP Air Portugal (TP)

TAP Air Portugal, established in 1945, is Portugal's flag carrier airline, headquartered in Lisbon. Its fleet of Airbus aircraft connects Europe, Africa, North America, and South America, providing passengers with Portuguese hospitality and high-quality service.

History and Evolution

Founded in 1945, TAP Air Portugal has grown into a significant international carrier. It joined the Star Alliance network in 2005 to increase worldwide connections. With over 70 Airbus aircraft in its fleet, TAP continues modernizing and improving services, as evidenced by its 2016 rebranding. TAP, which operates flights to over 90 locations, is known for its excellence and is frequently rated as one of the world's top airlines.

Fleet and Destinations

TAP Air Portugal runs a contemporary fleet mostly made up of Airbus aircraft, including the A320 family for short and medium-haul flights and the A330 and A321LR for long-haul routes. Notably, introducing the Airbus A330neo improved fuel efficiency and passenger comfort. TAP has flights to over 90 destinations in 30 countries, including major European cities like London, Paris, and Madrid, and long-haul services to New York, Miami, São Paulo, and Luanda. TAP's strategic location in Lisbon makes it an ideal layover for transatlantic passengers, and it offers a free stopover program for up to five days to promote tourism in Portugal.

Awards and Recognitions

TAP Air Portugal has garnered multiple service quality honors, including those from Skytrax, World Travel honors, and APEX Passenger Choice Awards. These awards recognize its superior Business Class service, flights to South America and Africa, in-flight entertainment, and customer service.