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Bloomberg • Eric Ombok

Kenyan aviation workers’ strike disrupts Nairobi flights, stranding thousands

Industrial action by aviation workers, including air-traffic controllers, has caused hours-long delays at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and disrupted Kenya Airways and partner flights across multiple routes. The renewed strike has stranded thousands of travelers and raised fresh concerns about regional connectivity through East Africa’s key aviation hub.

2026-08-31T03:20:54.741736-07:00
Airports   Airline Industry & Market Trends   United Airlines  
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Cranky Flier • Brett

United’s CEO Is Partially Right But Unrealistic About the Dual Chicago Hub

By Cranky Flier: It’s a day ending in “y” so nobody should be surprised that United CEO Scott Kirby is making news once again. This time, he’s talking about how American de-hubbing O’Hare would actually be great news for the people of Chicagoland.

2026-08-31T04:05:07.246853-07:00
Air Cargo & Freight Logistics   Aircraft Finance & Leasing   Airlines  
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ch-aviation • Hilka Birns

Kenya Airways ends Terra Avia deal, eyes B777F lease

By ch-aviation: Kenya Airways (KQ, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta) acting CEO George Kamal has confirmed to ch-aviation that the airline is in ongoing discussions for the long-term lease of a B777F after it ended a capacity agreement with Terra Avia (T8, Chisinau International) due to soaring fuel costs.

2026-08-31T04:35:26.668831-07:00