Air Moana
A scheduled airline associated with Spain, operating a compact regional network with small turboprop aircraft and its largest departure operation at Isle of Man.
About Air Moana
Air Moana is a scheduled airline associated with Spain and the legal name Air Madrid, using the IATA code NM and ICAO code DRD. Reliable details about its founding year, ownership structure and relationship between the Air Moana and Air Madrid identities are limited, so travellers should verify the operating carrier shown on their booking before travel.
The airline serves 10 destinations across three countries through 18 routes. Isle Of Man is its primary departure hub, followed by Gloucester, Jersey, Oxford and Belfast. The network also includes Anglesey, Blackpool, Cardiff, Leeds and Newcastle, giving it a regional focus built around comparatively short links between airports in the British Isles.
Aircraft types associated with its operations are the British Aerospace Jetstream 31, Fairchild Dornier Do-228 and Let 410 Turbolet. These are small regional turboprops designed for short sectors and airports that do not require large-aircraft capacity. Travellers should expect compact cabins, limited overhead storage and a straightforward single-class service rather than separate business and economy cabins.
Air Moana is not known to belong to Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld. No confirmed frequent-flyer programme is associated with the airline, so passengers should not assume they can earn alliance miles, use elite-status benefits or redeem points. Any through-ticketing, baggage transfer or connecting-flight protection should be confirmed directly when arranging an itinerary involving another carrier.
The compact fleet is well suited to thin regional routes that may otherwise require a connection through a larger airport. Its small scale is also a practical limitation: flights may operate less frequently, cabin space can be restricted and disruption may leave fewer same-day alternatives. Passengers should allow generous connection time and reconfirm operational details close to departure.
Good to know
Flying with Air Moana — what to expect
Compact Turboprop Cabins
The airline uses small regional turboprops with less cabin and overhead-bin space than a typical jet. Pack lightly and keep essential items in a compact bag.
Check Baggage Rules
Carry-on and checked-baggage allowances may depend on the aircraft and fare. Confirm the applicable limits on the booking before arriving at the airport.
Allow Connection Time
A small regional network can provide fewer alternatives when disruption occurs. Leave a generous buffer before a separate-ticket connection or time-sensitive appointment.
Confirm Operating Details
Recheck the departure airport, operating carrier and schedule shortly before travel. This is particularly important where regional services use smaller airports or limited-frequency routes.
Expect Single Class
The small aircraft are suited to straightforward regional service rather than elaborate premium cabins. Seat selection and onboard facilities may be more limited than on larger airlines.
Network overview
Where Air Moana flies
Air Moana operates 18 routes to 10 destinations across 3 countries, its longest sector reaching Isle Of Man to Oxford (343 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Air Moana flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Isle Of Man → Oxford
343 km · IOM → OXF
The longest sector in the Air Moana network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Air Moana
Notable destinations on Air Moana's network.
Destination list is indicative of Air Moana's network; see the airline's official route map for its complete, current schedule.
More from Spain
Other airlines based in Spain
FAQ
Air Moana — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Isle Of Man is Air Moana’s primary hub and busiest departure point by number of routes. It is followed by Gloucester, Jersey, Oxford and Belfast.
- A confirmed universal carry-on size allowance is not available. Because Air Moana uses compact regional turboprops, passengers should expect limited cabin storage and verify the current size and weight limits before travel.
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- Air Moana serves Isle Of Man, Gloucester, Jersey, Oxford, Anglesey, Belfast, Blackpool, Cardiff, Leeds and Newcastle. Its network is concentrated on short regional links within the British Isles.
- Air Moana serves exactly 10 destinations across three countries. It operates 18 routes within that network.
- The busiest departure airports by route count are Isle Of Man, Gloucester, Jersey, Oxford and Belfast, in that order. Isle Of Man provides the airline’s largest selection of departures.
- Tickets are generally more affordable when booked early and outside busy holiday or event periods. Flexible travel dates can help, but passengers should compare baggage and change conditions as well as the base fare.
- Air Moana’s longest route is Isle Of Man to Oxford, about 343 km nonstop. It is part of the airline’s short-haul regional network.