JKIA flight disruptions renew queries on state of fuel infrastructure

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Security checks at the entrance of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi.

Photo credit: File | Nation Media Group

Flight disruptions due to an abrupt shortage of fuel at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Thursday morning have triggered fresh concern about the state of refuelling hydrant pit valves at the key gateway.

The fuel shortage hit airlines including national carrier Kenya Airways (KQ) and its subsidiary budget airline Jambojet—leaving hundreds of passengers stranded due to delays in their scheduled flights.

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