National Aviation Market Profile
Kenya Commercial Airline Fleet
In-depth fleet surveillance and commercial carrier market breakdown for Kenya. Analyze operational fleet sizes, aircraft storage ratios, active airlines, and historical aviation lineages as of 2026-09-17.
Total Fleet: 114 Airframes Active in Service: 114 Stored / Parked: 0 Active Airlines: 3 Carriers Avg Fleet Age: 11.2 yrs
Kenya Fleet Intelligence Summary
- Kenya operates 114 observed commercial aircraft across 3 active airlines.
- Active flight rotation comprises 114 airframes, with 0 aircraft currently in storage or maintenance reserve.
- National commercial airline fleet maintains an average airframe age of 11.2 years.
- Historical lineage includes 10 defunct, merged, or predecessor commercial airlines.
Active Commercial Airlines in Kenya
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Total Fleet | Active | Stored | Avg Age | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya Airways | KQ / KQA | 39 | 39 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Fly540 | 5H / FFV | 2 | 2 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Astral Aviation | 8V / ACP | 1 | 1 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
Historical & Defunct Airlines of Kenya
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Airlines | -- / CPD | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| African Express Airways | -- / AXK | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| African Airlines International Limited | -- / AIK | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| African Medical and Research Foundation | -- / FDS | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| African Safari Airways | QS / QSC | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Afrika Aviation Handlers | -- / FRK | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Air Cargo Transportation System | -- / ACU | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Airkenya | -- / XAK | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Blue Bird Aviation | -- / BBZ | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Boskovic Air Charters Limited | -- / ZBA | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
Frequently Asked Questions About Kenya Aviation
How many commercial airliners are registered or operated in Kenya?
As of Thursday, September 17, 2026, our telemetry tracks 114 commercial airframes associated with carriers based in Kenya, with 114 active in scheduled flight service.
Which airlines are the largest operators in Kenya?
The largest commercial operators in Kenya include Kenya Airways (39 aircraft), Fly540 (2 aircraft), Astral Aviation (1 aircraft).
What is the average age of commercial aircraft in Kenya?
The fleet-wide average airframe age for active commercial airlines in Kenya is 11.2 years.