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Turkish Airlines resumes direct flights to Mombasa

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Passengers disembarking from the Turkish Airlines plane that landed in Mombasa on Sunday. [KAA]

Turkish Airlines has officially resumed flights to Moi International Airport in Mombasa, marking its return after a five-year hiatus and reaffirming confidence in the coastal city’s position as a key regional hub.

The Boeing 737 aircraft from Istanbul touched down at 4:20 a.m. on Sunday, receiving a traditional water cannon salute to celebrate the milestone.

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