REVIEW- Just Planes "Tropic Air" Avation Video

Tropic Air

A review by Marlon Carter

Publisher: JUST PLANES

Description:  TROPIC AIR

Format:
Blu-Ray/Download

Reviewed by: Marlon Carter

INTRODUCTION

HIGHLIGHTS

Tropic Air is a newcomer to the Just Planes line up and it can easily be one of their best programs available. Given the fact that I live in the Caribbean, I am always please to see programs that feature a Tropical climate. Tropic air is based in Belize and while Belize may be far away from the rest of the Caribbean, it is still classed as part of the Caribbean Community.  Over the past view years; Just Planes has mainly featured large airlines and aircraft in their programs. This time, we go back to the basics with an in-depth look at a unique airline that has experienced tremendous growth since its humble beginning with just a Cessna 172.

Tropic Air had its beginning in 1979 and since then, it has quickly grown into the largest airline of Belize. Today, the fleet of Tropic Air consists of the following aircraft; Cessna 172, Cessna 182, Cessna Caravan, Beechcraft Kingair 200 and the GippsAero GA8 Airvan. For a brief period, Tropic Air also operated the Twin Otter but at the time of filming this program, the aircraft was entirely removed from the fleet. In this program, we will be flying onboard the Cessna Caravan and the Airvan on flights to the Blue Hole, Dangriga, Belize City Municipal, Cave Caulker, San Pedro and many other destinations.

What highlights can we expect from this program? Well some of the highlights I enjoyed the most were the stunning scenic views on flights to the world famous Blue Hole which is a large marine cavern with a circular island-like coral reef surrounding it. With Belize being a well-known tourist destination, this is definitely one of the must see attractions of this country and you will be awestruck with the amazing views captured by Just Planes. Other points of interest in the program include numerous presentations by owner and the chief pilot who guides the viewers through a detailed look at the cockpit and exterior of the Cessna Caravan.

Another interesting segment features the simulator training done by new pilots on a very unique Caravan simulator which is a first for this region. This presentation nicely showcased the professional training environment at Tropic Air and after viewing some of the amazing takeoffs and landings at the smaller airports; it’s no wonder that Tropic Air ensures that their pilots are trained to the highest standard!

While on the topic of presentations, I previous mentioned that the fleet of Tropic Air included the GippsAero Airvan. For some of you, this may be the very first time hearing about this aircraft. The role of the Airvan is comparable to the Cessna 206 and it can hold 8 passengers including the pilot. This program features an insightful presentation on this aircraft and it also includes some amazing air to air video clips of the Airvan and the Caravan!  

The final highlight I would like to mention is the fact that the numerous camera views truly made this 3hr+ program a joy to watch. With cameras based on the ground, wing and cockpit of the aircraft, this gives viewers a perspective unlike any other. Tropic Air is presented in this program as an airline that would be any pilots dream job and as a pilot; I would welcome the opportunity to experience this type of in a heartbeat. If you are a fan of General Aviation, Scenic flying or even regular aviation enthusiasts, I would definitely this video program and I can assure you that you won’t be disappointed!                

Video Preview

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5PejbbXZpQ