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August 21, 2026
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Kenya’s presidential jet completes year-long overhaul with new technology upgrades

Kenya’s presidential jet completes year-long overhaul with new technology upgrades

The development signals the return of Kenya’s long-serving presidential aircraft to service after almost a year away for major maintenance and upgrades...

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Kenya's presidential jet, the Fokker 70 nicknamed "Harambee One," has returned to service after a year-long overhaul in the Netherlands, featuring significant technology upgrades.

  • The aircraft received new satellite communications capability, the Gogo Galileo FDX inflight connectivity system.
  • The maintenance was conducted by Fokker Services Group for the Kenya Air Force.
  • The jet's return reduces the immediate reliance on chartered aircraft for presidential travel, though its age raises questions about future fleet replacement.

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