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Astral Aviation Revises Fleet Strategy, Plans New Freighter Additions

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Astral Aviation, based in Kenya, is undertaking significant changes to its cargo fleet. The airline has decided to phase out its B757 Freighters, B727-200 Freighters, and DC9 Freighters as part of a broader strategy to modernize and streamline its operations. This move is aligned with the airline’s focus on enhancing operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact.

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Kenya Airways Reports First Full-Year Profit in 12 Years

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Kenya Airways has achieved a notable financial milestone, reporting its first full-year profit in 12 years. In 2024, the airline recorded a total revenue of $1.5 billion, up 6% from the previous year, culminating in a net profit of $41.7 million. A significant contributor to this success was gains from foreign exchange, a key driver in the airline’s…

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Air India and Kenya Airways Sign Codeshare Partnership

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Air India and Kenya Airways have officially signed a codeshare partnership, strengthening their existing interline agreement and expanding connectivity between India and Africa. The new arrangement will allow passengers to book flights seamlessly across both airlines, increasing travel options between the two regions.

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Kenya Airways to Resume Direct Flights to Luanda

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Kenya Airways has confirmed the resumption of direct flights to Luanda, Angola, following high-level discussions between the presidents of the two nations in the Angolan capital. This development signifies a strengthening of diplomatic and economic ties between Kenya and Angola, facilitating improved connectivity and fostering bilateral trade and tourism.

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Kenya Airways Shares Resume Trading After Five-Year Suspension

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Kenya Airways, the national carrier of Kenya, has resumed trading its shares after a suspension that lasted nearly five years. The suspension was initially implemented as part of a comprehensive restructuring effort to revive the struggling airline and address its financial challenges. The process aimed to reduce the airline’s reliance on state resources and restore its…

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Astral Aviation Adds B737-400F to Fleet

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Astral Aviation, a leading cargo airline based in Kenya, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Boeing 737-400F, identified by serial number 27082. The aircraft is leased from Avmax Aircraft Leasing (Canada) and will bolster Astral’s growing cargo operations across Africa and beyond.

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Skyward Express Adds F70 Aircraft to Fleet, Expanding Capacity

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Skyward Express, a Kenyan regional airline, has expanded its fleet with the recent acquisition of a Fokker 70 (F70)aircraft, identified by serial number 11561. This addition comes as part of Skyward Express’s strategy to increase its service capacity within Kenya and neighboring regions, catering to rising demand for reliable regional air travel. The F70 is a robust…

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Skyward Express Adds Fokker 70 to Fleet for Regional Expansion

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Skyward Express, a regional airline based in Kenya, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Fokker 70 aircraft. This newly acquired F70, identified by serial number 11561, is powered by Rolls-Royce Tay 620-15 engines, known for their reliability and efficiency. The acquisition of this aircraft supports Skyward Express’s mission to enhance regional connectivity…