1. Airkenya Express
AirKenya, was established in the
mid-1980s, it’s a pioneering safari airline based in Nairobi, Kenya. The
airline operates primarily from Wilson Airport, and it offers scheduled and
charter flights to various destinations across East Africa. AirKenya operates mostly
to tourist destinations
Destinations
AirKenya
serves a range of destinations in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, including:
· Kenya
Maasai
Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo, Lewa Downs, Loisaba, Meru, Nanyuki, Samburu, Migori
· Tanzania
Kilimanjaro
International Airport
·
Uganda
Entebbe
International Airport
Through
partnerships with Regional Air in Tanzania and Aerolink in Uganda, AirKenya
provides seamless connections between safari circuits in East Africa, such as
Maasai Mara to Serengeti and Maasai Mara to Entebbe.
Fleet
AirKenya's
fleet includes:
· De Havilland Canada Dash 7-100 (2 aircraft, 50-passenger
capacity)
· De Havilland Canada DHC-6-300 Twin
Otter (3 aircraft,
18-passenger capacity)
· Bombardier DHC 8-202 (Dash 8) (1 aircraft, 37-passenger
capacity)
· Cessna Grand Caravan C208B (3 aircraft, 11-passenger
capacity)
These
aircraft are equipped with short take-off and landing (STOL) capabilities,
allowing access to remote airstrips in East Africa's diverse terrain.
Services
· Scheduled Services: AirKenya offers daily flights to
various destinations, providing travelers with flexibility and convenience.
· Charter Services: Customized charter flights are
available to meet individual, family, or group travel needs across East Africa.
Recent Developments
· New Arrivals Terminal: In September 2024, AirKenya
opened a new arrivals terminal at Wilson Airport, enhancing passenger
experience with improved facilities.
For
more information or to book a flight, visit AirKenya's official website: Air Kenya
2. ALS - Aircraft Leasing Services
This is a Kenyan aviation company
established in 1985. Initially operating
with a single Cessna 150, ALS has grown into a prominent provider of aircraft
leasing and aviation services across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
Headquartered at Wilson Airport in Nairobi, ALS offers a diverse range of
services including ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance) leases,
charter flights, and aircraft maintenance.
Fleet Overview
ALS's
fleet comprises various aircraft types, such as:
Ø Embraer ERJ 145 and ERJ 135
Ø Bombardier Dash 8-100
Ø Beechcraft 1900
Ø Cessna 208B Grand Caravan
Ø Eurocopter AS350
Ø King Air B200
Services Offered
ALS
provides several aviation services, including
Ø ACMI Leases: Supplying aircraft with crew,
maintenance, and insurance, primarily to humanitarian organizations, airlines,
and the oil and gas sector.
Ø Charter Flights: Offering both executive and
humanitarian charter services tailored to client needs.
Ø Aircraft Maintenance: Operating a maintenance hangar at
Wilson Airport, providing services such as C-checks and engine inspections.
Ø Sale & Leaseback: Allowing airlines to sell
aircraft and lease them back to free up capital.
Certifications and Accreditations
ALS
holds the following certifications:
Ø Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC): Issued by the Kenya Civil
Aviation Authority (KCAA), allowing ALS to operate as a commercial airline.
Ø Approved Maintenance Organization
(AMO): Also issued
by KCAA, permitting ALS to conduct maintenance on third-party aircraft.
Ø IOSA Certification: ALS became the first general
aviation company in Africa to receive the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA)
accreditation, enhancing its credibility in international aviation
Technological Integration
ALS is exploring the integration of
artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance fleet management, operational
efficiency, and customer experience. Strategic adoption of AI technologies is
expected to position ALS as a leader in the aircraft leasing industry
Contact Information
Ø Website: als.co.ke
Ø Headquarters: Wilson Airport, Nairobi, Kenya
Ø Phone: +254 709 078 000
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