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Originally published by Kenyanstop
September 29, 2025
6mo ago
Why a U.S. Military Plane Was Spotted Flying Around Mombasa
Questions were raised after an aircraft was spotted hovering in Kenyan airspace on September 23...
✨ Key Highlights
A U.S. military plane spotted over Mombasa on September 23 was part of a counter-terrorism mission, the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi confirmed. The aircraft was in transit through Kenya, returning to the United States for scheduled maintenance after supporting operations.
- The aircraft, likely a V-22 Osprey, was observed hovering near the Port of Mombasa.
- The U.S. Embassy thanked Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) for its support during the plane's transit.
- Such planes are typically used for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), and logistical support in counter-terrorism missions.
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