When it comes to aviation safety, most think of technology, training, or air traffic control. Yet, a quieter—but equally serious—threat lurks on the periphery of runways and flight paths: wildlife hazards. From bird strikes to unexpected runway incursions by animals,…
Kenya’s aviation sector is more than a means of transportation—it’s a critical lifeline that connects people, empowers industries, and drives national development. From the international gateway of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to regional hubs and rural airstrips, aviation bridges distances…
Your Journey with KAAO Starts Here At the Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO), we proudly serve as your trusted partner in Kenya’s dynamic aviation industry. As the leading voice for air operators in the region, we are committed to…
30th April 2024, Nairobi. The Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) joined the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), and Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) to launch the Aviation Satellite Account (ASA) project on April 30th,…
20th May 2024, Nairobi, Kenya. Implications of the Proposed Removal of VAT Exemptions on the Aviation Sector in the Finance Bill 2024 The Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) expresses deep concern regarding the Finance Bill 2024, which proposes to…
4th April 2024 Nairobi, Kenya The Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) held its first bi-annual meeting of 2024 with the Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Roads and Transport, Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen, E.G.H. at the Wilson Airport on April 4th, 2024.…
18th to 20th March, 2024 Nairobi, Kenya The Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) is pleased to inform its members about the key takeaways from a recent workshop on the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) Regulatory Instruments. The 3-day…
Date: 7th December 2023 Venue: Nabo Bistro, Lavington On the International Civil Aviation Day, KAAO hosted its 56th Annual General Meeting at Nabo Bistro. In attendance were air operators who are members of the Association. The KAAO Board of Directors…
The Takeoff Issue 3 Dear Members, As we approach the year’s end, I would like to convey my appreciation for your continued support to our association. In recent months, we have achieved remarkable progress, including the successful promulgation of our…
22 January 2024 Nairobi The Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Strategic Partners (ISP) to facilitate the collaborative utilization of ISP’s financial instruments for efficient fuel management among KAAO members. The…