Kenya’s Association of Air Operators Warns on Proposed Removal of VAT Exemptions on the Aviation Sector in the Finance Bill 2024

The Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) has expressed deep concern regarding the Finance Bill 2024, which proposes to eliminate VAT exemptions previously granted to the aviation sector. These exemptions have been instrumental in stimulating growth and investment within the industry. The proposed deletion of these VAT exemptions threatens to undermine the substantial progress achieved…

Kenya Association of Air Operators Signs MoU with International Strategic Partners

The Kenya Association of Air Operators Signs MoU with International Strategic Partners geared towards  enhancing the sustainability of the aviation industry by signing an MoU with International Strategic Partners(ISP). Speaking during the signing by the International Strategic Partners CEO Josh Pelletier, and Liz Aluvanze, Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) CEO termed high fuel costs as…

AFRAA Inks MoU with the Kenya Association of Air Operators for Mutual Support to the Development of the Airline Industry in Kenya

By Tabitha Gichuhi The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) to provide mutual support to the sustainable development of the airline industry in Kenya as the country is represented by the two Associations. The MoU was signed by Abdérahmane Berthé, AFRAA’s Secretary General…

Cirrus Aircraft Eyes Kenyan Market

American leading single-engine aircraft manufacturer Cirrus Aircraft last week had an opportunity to showcase its products (Cirrus SR 22 and Cirrus SF50) in the Kenyan market through the association even as it seeks to license its models to fly in Kenyan airspace. Speaking to Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) members during a cocktaiil event…

Kenya Association of Air Operators Commends Proposed Aviation Industry Engagement Rule-Making Process

The Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) has commended the proposed enhanced industry engagement rule-making process between the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority and stakeholders in the industry. KAAO which has for years been calling for an inclusive engagement process between the different industry stakeholders termed the first Aviation Thought Leaders Forum, since creation of the…

Kenya Association of Air Operators Appoints Eng. Liz Aluvanze as CEO

The Executive Committee of the Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO), a National umbrella body whose role is to promote, foster, enhance, and protect the interests of those engaged in the Aviation Industry and allied businesses is happy to announce Eng. Liz Aluvanze as the new CEO. This follows the retirement of Col. (Rtd) E….