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August 23, 2026
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Details of Upgrades Presidential Jet Has Undergone After Year-Long Overhaul

Details of Upgrades Presidential Jet Has Undergone After Year-Long Overhaul

The aircraft has been out of service since August 2025, when it was flown to the Netherlands for extensive maintenance amid concerns over its age and reliability...

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Kenya's presidential aircraft, the Harambee One, has returned after a year-long overhaul in the Netherlands, featuring significant upgrades to its onboard systems.

  • The aircraft is now equipped with the Gogo Galileo FDX satellite communication system, offering high-speed internet with download speeds up to 195 Mbps.
  • The maintenance and upgrade program was conducted by Fokker Services Group.
  • This upgrade is expected to reduce Kenya's reliance on chartered aircraft for presidential travel, a cost that had been under public scrutiny.

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