Published: February 17, 2026 | Courtesy: Kenya Airline Pilots Association (KALPA)
Nairobi – The Kenya Airline Pilots Association (KALPA) has issued a statement regarding the ongoing industrial action by the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) , which has caused significant disruptions at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and across Kenya’s airspace.
📢 Official Statement
“The Kenya Airline Pilots Association (KALPA) takes note of the ongoing industrial action by the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU), including Air Traffic Control (ATC) personnel, which has resulted in significant operational disruptions at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and across the country’s airspace. The resultant flight delays, diversions, and cancellations have understandably caused inconvenience to passengers and stakeholders within the aviation sector.”
“As professional aviators, our foremost responsibility is the safety of the flying public, crew, and aircraft. Aviation safety is non-negotiable.”
— Captain Murithi Nyagah
General Secretary & CEO, KALPA
⚠️ Key Concerns: Pilot Fatigue & Safety
KALPA has raised critical concerns regarding the impact of disruptions on crew safety:
| Concern | Impact |
|---|---|
| 😴 Crew Scheduling | Disruptions may adversely affect scheduling |
| ⚠️ Fatigue Risk | Increased fatigue risk due to irregular operations |
| 📋 FDP Limits | Strict adherence to Flight Duty Period (FDP) limitations essential |
| 🛡️ Safety Parameters | Regulatory safeguards must not be compromised |
“Under no circumstances should operational pressures be allowed to compromise these limits.”
🤝 Call for Constructive Dialogue
KALPA has urged all parties to pursue resolution through:
| Principle | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| 🤝 Constructive engagement | Essential to address outstanding issues |
| 💬 Good-faith dialogue | Achieve mutually beneficial solutions |
| 🛑 Avoid stalemates | Approaches that frustrate negotiations lead to avoidable disruption |
“Meaningful engagement among all parties is essential to address outstanding issues and achieve mutually beneficial and sustainable solutions.”
🛫 KALPA’s Commitment
“KALPA remains committed to professionalism, safety, and constructive industrial engagement in pursuit of a stable, resilient, and thriving aviation sector in Kenya.”
📞 Passenger Guidance
If you are traveling during this period:
| Action | Details |
|---|---|
| ✅ Check flight status | Before heading to the airport |
| 📱 Contact your airline | For updated schedules |
| 🕒 Allow extra time | For possible delays |
| 🚫 Don’t proceed to airport | Without confirmed flight status |
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