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Kenya Airways has issued a warning to its customers, advising them to anticipate possible disruptions to its flight schedule during the upcoming Christmas holiday season due to shortages of spare parts.
The airline, a major player in Africa, said the lack of parts, which is affecting the global supply chain, would disrupt flights for about two weeks, Reuters reported.
“These challenges are leading to extended ground time of our aircraft for maintenance. This may also lead to the grounding of one or more of our aircraft,” the national carrier said in a statement.
The airline first flagged the problems it is grappling with due to spare parts shortages in January this year. The airline attributed the scarcity of parts to the war in Ukraine, which had a detrimental impact on the Russian supply chain for global aviation.
The conflict disrupted the supply of titanium from Russia, a vital raw material for the aviation industry that is crucial for the maintenance of aircraft, as stated by the company at that time.
Africa has become an increasingly attractive destination for travellers worldwide for different reasons. With Africa’s tourism and business booming, the aviation scene has become a real game-changer, linking Africa with the world.
On this stage, Kenya Airways, also known by its IATA code KQ, has been proudly representing Kenya since its establishment in 1977.
The airline, whose strategy hinges on connecting African travellers to the world and vice-versa through its Nairobi hub, operates a fleet of Boeing and Embraer planes. – Business Insider Africa
It was identified as one of the 10 best-performing airlines in Africa in 2023. With a fleet comprising over 40 aircraft, including Boeing and Embraer jets, the airline is dedicated to providing safe and comfortable travel experiences for its passengers. Business Insider Africa
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