There is a small sight-seeing aero club in Banjul. Two microlights, Cessna 172 etc.
I believe a new carrier started operating out of Banjul called AFRINAT AIRLINES. They signed a 1 year ACMI lease with Million Air Charter. They operate a DC9-32 aircraft with registration ZS-OLN.
Schedule services between Banjul, Free-Town, Accra, Dakar etc. whole west coast routes, very similar to Ghana Airways.
Spoke to one of the Million Air Pilots who said that Gambia is a very beautifull country with lots of potential. People are friendly and helpfull. The CAA is also very keen to see new operators starting up.
Gambian International Airlines also operate out of Banjul with a B737-700. Also a leased aircraft from somewhere.
Million Air is hoping to get some business from GIA as well in the near future.
Crew stayed at the Sun Beach Hotel which is some 1 hours drive from the Airport. Transport is not much to talk about and the roads even worse.
No serious crime, only pick-pockets etc.
Blend in with the locals and you would be fine. Locals all understand and speak English which is a plus, unlike other french colonies.
Be sure to take a boatride up the Gambia river and visit James Island for a most unforgettable experience.
