Romania's national flag carrier connecting the world.
Founded
1954
Headquarters
Otopeni, Romania
Alliance
SkyTeam
Tarom (Transporturile Aeriene Române) is the national airline of Romania, one of the oldest carriers in Eastern Europe. Founded in 1954, it operates scheduled passenger and cargo services to destinations across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond, serving as a key link between Romania and the wider world.
The airline is headquartered in Otopeni, near Bucharest, and primarily operates from Henri Coandă International Airport. Tarom is majority state-owned and has undergone various restructuring efforts over the decades to improve competitiveness and financial stability.
Tarom joined SkyTeam alliance in 2010, enhancing its global connectivity through codeshare agreements and interline partnerships with member airlines. Despite facing competition from low-cost carriers, Tarom remains central to Romanian aviation and national identity.
Hubs & network
Tarom's primary hub is Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) in Bucharest, with a secondary base at Cluj-Napoca International Airport.
Fleet
Tarom operates a mixed fleet including Boeing 737-700/800 and ATR 42/72 turboprop aircraft.
Notable facts
- ›Tarom was founded on 18 September 1954, making it one of the oldest airlines in Eastern Europe.
- ›The airline is majority owned by the Romanian state.
- ›Tarom joined the SkyTeam global airline alliance in 2010.
- ›The airline's name is an acronym for Transporturile Aeriene Române (Romanian Air Transport).
- ›Tarom has faced financial difficulties and restructuring programs in recent years amid competition from low-cost carriers.
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