Fastjet a step closer to flights in Kenya
Budget airline fastjet has been granted an air service licence by the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority, paving the way for the launch of domestic flights within the country.
Fastjet can now apply for an Air Operator Certificate, which will involve an indepth review of its operation, maintenance facilities and safety procedures.
Chief executive Ed Winter said: "The granting of the Kenya ASL is a major step forward in fastjet’s plans to become a truly pan-African low-cost airline.
" Following recently announced progress towards the Zambia AOC and the receipt of our AOC in Zimbabwe last week, today’s announcement signals a very substantial acceleration in the development of the fastjet network and our future growth plans.
"We are very pleased that the Kenyan Civil Aviation Authority has recognised the important part that we can play in developing Kenyan aviation. We very much look forward to working with the KCAA towards fastjet Kenya’s first flights."
Linsey McNeill
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