The poor performance by KQ came amid capacity constraints due to prolonged grounding of some of the largest planes on its fleet, resulting from a global shortage in airline parts.
By
Vincent Owino
Business & Technology Reporter
Nation Media Group
Kenya Airways ranked among the bottom 10 airlines globally for punctuality in July, the world’s busiest month for air travel.
Kenya’s aviation sector is abuzz with activity amid upgrades to the main Jomo Kenyatta International Airport(JKIA) and maneuvers…
The loss increased from Sh12.2 billion recorded in the previous reporting period.
Kenya Airways’ half-year loss widened to Sh16.1 billion in 2026 as fuel costs surged 66 per cent and aircraft remained grounded…
The carrier’s losses in 2025 were primarily caused by a capacity shortage due to the prolonged grounding of at least two of its…
'I’m looking to bring new aircraft and grow the capacity.'
Part of KQ's debt has been outstanding for more than two years.
