About Us
An authoritative and unified voice of advocacy for the Kenyan Aviation Industry
Our History
Our Legacy in Aviation
KAAO is a registered national umbrella body mandated to promote, foster, enhance and protect the interests of those engaged in the aviation industry and allied businesses in Kenya.
Today, KAAO continues to serve as a strong advocate for airlines, charter operators, maintenance and engineering firms, training organizations, and aviation service providers, all working together to ensure a safe, efficient, and competitive aviation environment. With a legacy built on trust, professionalism, and partnership, KAAO remains committed to leading the advancement of Kenya’s aviation industry for generations to come.
The Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) brings together commercial, private, and recreational air operators, as well as individuals and organizations recognized for outstanding contributions—including but not limited to:
- Approved Training Organizations (ATOs)
- Approved Maintenance Organizations (AMOs)
- Hot air balloon operators
- Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) operators
KAAO’s associate membership is open to owners, operators and individuals contributing to aviation industry such as;
- Tourism associations and companies
- Financial institutions
- Insurance firms
- Fuel companies and marketers
- Tax and audit firms
- Local and foreign business associations
We provide a platform that allows its members and industry experts to speak with one voice when engaging with the government, legislators, regulatory bodies, financial institutions, development partners, and other stakeholders on policy issues, and development plans geared towards the long-term and sustainable growth of the air transport industry in the country.
To enable members to exchange information and learn from each other, KAAO organizes events, groups, meetings, and forums. We proactively pursue our corporate objectives to provide effective support to all our members. Join the Association and reap the numerous benefits of being part of an aviation community that gets your concerns addressed.
Objectives
- Collective representation
- Desensitize difficult issues faced by individual members
- One voice for the industry
- Influence policy
- Easy access to professional advice
- Direct access to Government and Government Agencies
- Self regulation through code of conduct/ethics
- Provision of fora to discuss and shape the industry
- Liaison with other organizations
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Our Offfices
Aero Club of East Africa, Wilson Airport Nairobi, Kenya
