Kenya Airways may soon see a change in the ownership structure of two aircraft it currently leases, as Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) seeks regulatory clearance to sell them to US-based Azorra Aviation. While the deal is pending approval from the Comesa Competition Commission, operational control of the aircraft will remain with Kenya Airways, ensuring no disruption to its current services.
Kenya Airways is set to return one of its three grounded Boeing 787 Dreamliners to active service on 22 July 2025, marking a key milestone in the airline’s efforts to resolve ongoing capacity challenges. The other two grounded B787s are expected to rejoin the fleet in September and December 2025, respectively.
Kenya Airways has projected a decline in its 2025 financial year revenues, attributing the shortfall to the prolonged grounding of two Boeing 787-8 aircraft. The airline cites ongoing engine maintenance delays as the root cause, which has significantly impacted its available seat capacity and network performance.
Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways have announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to form a comprehensive strategic partnership. The agreement aims to strengthen ties between the two national carriers by launching a codeshare arrangement and expanding flight frequencies between Kenya and Doha. This partnership is designed to enhance connectivity for passengers across both networks, providing improved access to each…
Jambojet, the low-cost subsidiary of Kenya Airways, has announced the acquisition of its ninth aircraft, a De Havilland Canada Q400 turboprop, which is expected to arrive within the next week. This addition reinforces the airline’s strategy to expand and strengthen its domestic and regional presence in East Africa.
Kenya Airways has secured critical financial relief as its 2024 annual report reveals the Kenyan government granted a waiver on both interest and principal repayments through June 2025. This move aims to ease the ongoing financial pressures faced by the national carrier, which has been battling persistent losses and high operational costs.
Kenya Airways is navigating significant operational challenges while planning future fleet expansion, according to COO George Kamal. Three of the airline’s nine B787 aircraft are currently grounded as the carrier awaits deliveries of GE engines, expected to arrive from August 2025. Despite these challenges, Kenya Airways remains proactive in updating and expanding its fleet. The airline currently operates eight B737-800s, having received…
Kenya Airways is implementing a series of cost-control initiatives designed to improve fiscal sustainability, with a primary focus on mid-life aircraft upgrades, fuel-efficiency retrofits, and the adoption of more flexible lease terms. Acting Chief Financial Officer Mary Mwenga shared these insights as the airline adapts to shifting market dynamics and seeks to enhance competitiveness.
Jambojet, a regional low-cost airline based in Kenya, has obtained a $13.4 million loan from NCBA Group for the financial year ending December 2024. The funding is part of a strategic move to restructure aircraft leases and cover engine maintenance costs, reflecting the airline’s ongoing focus on operational stability and fleet reliability.
Kenya Airways has announced that its Chairman, Michael Joseph, will retire from the airline’s board of directors in June 2025, concluding nearly a decade of leadership at the national carrier. Joseph, a prominent figure in Kenya’s corporate landscape and a former CEO of Safaricom, has played a critical role in steering the airline through a series of operational…
