RAO001, KQ flight ferrying Raila Odinga’s body, touches down at JKIA

The aircraft, which departed Kochi, India, earlier Thursday, changed its call sign from KQ203 to RAO001 upon entering Kenyan airspace in a symbolic tribute to the late opposition leader. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Kenya Airways flight RAO001, carrying the body of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, has landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). President William Ruto led the State reception for Odinga's final return home, joined by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
- The flight's call sign was symbolically changed from KQ203 to RAO001 upon entering Kenyan airspace.
- The body will be transported to Parliament Buildings for public viewing from 12 noon to 5 pm, before moving to Lee Funeral Home.
- Odinga will be laid to rest on Sunday at his Bondo home in Siaya County, following a State Funeral Service on Friday at Nyayo National Stadium.
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President Ruto Leads State Reception as Raila Odinga's Body Arrives at JKIA - October 2025
The body of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Thursday, October 16, 2025. The Kenya Airways flight, designated RAO001 (formerly KQ 203), landed from India. President William Ruto led the State reception for Odinga's final return, joined by other dignitaries. Large crowds gathered at the airport to receive the body, which was en route from India after his death while receiving treatment. The arrival necessitated changes to planned public viewing locations.








