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Kenya Airways Reinstates Dreamliner on Nairobi – Heathrow Route

Kenya Airways on Thursday, January 16, 2025, announced the resumption of its Dreamliner (Boeing 787-800) operations from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to Heathrow Airport in London.

In a statement, the airline confirmed it would deploy its flagship aircraft for flights to Heathrow.

“Starting today, 16th January 2025, we will resume operations on all London Heathrow flights using our flagship aircraft, the Dreamliner B787-800. Experience world-class comfort, convenience, and exceptional hospitality with Africa’s leading carrier,” the statement read.

Kenya Airways Announces Resumption of Flights to Heathrow
A past Kenya Airways plane at JKIA. PHOTO/screengrab/KQ

Kenya Airways Dreamliner

According to the national carrier, the reinstatement of its flagship Dreamliner aircraft comes after heavy maintenance on the B787 fleet.

KQ had leased an Airbus A330 to operate flights to London during the maintenance period. 


Also Read: Kenya Airways to Move Plane by Road Through Nairobi


Heathrow Airport, also known as London Heathrow (IATA: LHR), is the largest and busiest airport in the United Kingdom. Located 14 miles west of Central London, it serves as a major international hub, connecting passengers to hundreds of destinations worldwide.

KQ unmasks individual masquerading as one of their pilot

At the same time, the airline exposed an individual impersonating a Kenya Airways pilot. The individual had been distributing business cards and falsely claiming to be a Kenya Airways employee.

“Please be aware of a fake captain by the name James Mwangi, who has been issuing business cards and falsely claiming to be a Kenya Airways employee.

This individual is not associated with us. For accurate information about Kenya Airways and our employees, always rely on our official channels and website,” the statement concluded.

Kenya Airways further urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to their team via call or WhatsApp at +254741111485.


Also Read: Kenya Airways Fare Prices Across Africa as of December 2024


KQ’s resumption of flights to Heathrow comes days after it had announced the resumption of flights to Dzaoudzi (DZA) in Mayotte on January 2 2025, marking a significant milestone in strengthening connectivity within the Indian Ocean region.

According to a statement from the international airline dated December 31, the move was expected to enhance trade, tourism, and cultural exchanges between Kenya and the French overseas territory.

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The Kenya Airways managing director and CEO Allan Kilavuka. Photo/Kenya Airways.
The Kenya Airways managing director and CEO Allan Kilavuka. Photo/Kenya Airways.

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Michael Owino

Mr. Michael Owino is a Multimedia journalist and Voice Over artist with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication. He strives to bring stories to life through a variety of mediums. His primary interests lie in Technology and other human-interest stories. He can be reached at michael.owino@thekenyatimes.com

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