Kenya Airport Authority Completes Investment in Disabled Aircraft Recovery Kit

The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) and AMS Aircraft Recovery, Ltd (UK) are pleased to announce the completion of a major investment in Aircraft Recovery technology and equipment. This critical infrastructure expands KAA’s ability to respond to incidents of disabled aircraft that block runways and disrupt airport operations. The equipment includes advanced tools to tow, lift and remove aircraft that cannot move under their own power or with the normal tools and equipment found at airports. Importantly, the equipment maximizes personnel safety and minimizes the risk of further damage to the aircraft. As an integral part of the investment, KAA personnel received extensive hands-on training in the UK and in Kenya.

Incidents of disabled aircraft occur due to blown tyres, collapsed landing gear and excursions of the aircraft off the runway and onto soft ground.  Though rare, these incidents can result in extended delays and disruptions to airport and airline operations as well as inconvenience to passengers. 

AMS Aircraft Recovery is an international leader in the design and manufacturing of Aircraft Recovery technology.  Founded in 1985 and based today in the UK and the USA, AMS counts the world’s leading airlines, airports and defence forces among its customers.  These include airports such as Heathrow, ATL, Taipei Taoyuan and JFK, airlines such as British Airways and Delta Air Lines, as well as the US Air Force, the UK MOD and many other defense forces.  

www.AircraftRecovery.com | info@aircraftrecovery.com

Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) is the owner and operator of nine civilian airports and airstrips in Kenya.  KAA head office is located at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. 

For more information, please contact:

Yudie Fishman – Yudie@AircraftRecovery.com

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Kenya Airports Authority Chairman, Caleb Kositany reviews the new Disabled Aircraft Recovery Kit at  the Acceptance Ceremony held at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.