Turkish Airlines has resumed direct flights to Moi International Airport in Mombasa after a five-year hiatus, signifying renewed confidence in the coastal city as a vital regional hub.

• The first flight from Istanbul landed at 4:20 a.m. on Sunday, receiving a traditional water cannon salute.
• The airline will operate three weekly flights on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, each offering eight tons of cargo capacity.
• Among those welcoming the flight were Turkish Ambassador to Kenya Subutay Yüksel, Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) Board Chairman Caleb Kositany, and Turkish Airlines Country Manager İbrahim Bulut.
• The resumption supports the government’s aviation modernization agenda and positions Moi International Airport as a key gateway for travel.