AirKenya Express Welcomes a Dash 8 Aircraft
Latest addition brings Dash 8 fleet to three, enhancing customer experience.
AirKenya Express Limited welcomed its newest aircraft, a Dash 8-200 with registration 5Y-DBA.
The aircraft landed at Nairobi’s Wilson Airport at 1600hrs local time to a water canon reception and welcome from AirKenya management and staff on April 28, 2025.
Enhancing Fleet with Dash 8
The carrier stated that the 37-seater Dash 8-200 brings the number of Dash 8 aircraft in its fleet to three.
This marks the second delivery of this model within two years. “The aircraft marks an improvement to the passenger journey due to its bigger cabin size, faster flying speed, quieter engines, comfortable seating arrangement, and onboard washroom facility,” added AirKenya.
“The modern Dash 8-200 demonstrates AirKenya’s commitment to elevating passenger experience,” noted Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO).
AirKenya expressed excitement about the addition, highlighting its promise of “smooth, fast, and comfortable flights” enabled by the aircraft’s advanced features.