US upgrades Kenya’s air safety level ahead of October direct flights

Transport CS James Macharia has welcomed the move saying its a reflection of the efforts that have been expended in Kenya's attainment of Category 1 status [File, Standard]

The US has finally upgraded the safety level of Kenya’s airspace two years after it was blacklisted.

The notice, which coincides with Secretary of State Rex Tillerson’s visit, is a big boost to national carrier Kenya Airways, which is preparing to launch direct flights to the US in October.