KQ announces flight disruptions, operations to resume Thursday

KQ's net loss increased from Sh15.8b with the company attributing it to fluctuations in the foreign exchange market and debts. [File, Standard]

The Kenya Airways (KQ) says it expects normal operations to be restored by Thursday, July 6, following a series of flight disruptions.

In a statement posted on its officer Twitter handle on Monday evening, KQ stated that the flight schedule changes are as a result of bad weather that has caused the turn-backs and diversions, adding that three of its aircrafts are undergoing technical maintenance.

"We are working round the clock to restore normalcy in the flight schedule and apologies for any inconvenience caused. All aircraft have been returned to service by evening of Monday, July 3," the national carrier said.

At the same time, Kenya Airways has promised to send updates to all the affected customers directly by message or email.

"Guests are encouraged to always provide their complete contact information during booking or via manage my booking function on the KQ website of App," the statement from the communications department ended.