Kenya Airways (KQ) is hosting Africa’s first Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) conference as it brings together key players in the aviation industry to talk about the future of air transport on the continent. The two-day forum will take place in Nairobi from March 18 to 19.
The event is organized by KQ’s subsidiary Fahari Aviation and will focus on technological advancements, regulatory frameworks and investment opportunities in Africa’s aviation sector. It will have participation from policymakers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), aviation operators and industry experts.
Advancing Africa’s Aviation Ecosystem
According to Hawkins Musili, General Manager of Fahari Aviation, the symposium is not just about technological innovation but about building global partnerships to advance Africa’s next generation of aviation.
“This is an opportunity to shape an inclusive, sustainable and innovative AAM ecosystem that suits Africa’s diverse needs,” Musili said.
Key Topics and Speakers
The conference will look at:
Urban Air Mobility (UAM) in cities like Paris, New York and Singapore and how they apply to Africa.
Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft and emerging technologies in aviation.
Regulatory frameworks for AAM in Africa.
Infrastructure development for next generation aviation.
Investment opportunities in AAM.
Speakers include:
Allan Kilavuka, Kenya Airways Group CEO.
Abderahmane Berthe, Secretary General of African Airlines Association (AFRAA).
Senior officials from Ministry of Transport.
Industry leaders from Archer Aviation and Supernal Aero, including Nikhil Goel and David Rottblatt.
Jambojet CEO Karanja Ndegwa and other aviation executives.
Nairobi as a Hub for Aviation Innovation
The AAM conference solidifies Nairobi’s position as a hub for aviation innovation in Africa and aligns with global developments in air mobility. The discussions will focus on how African cities can use AAM solutions to improve transportation efficiency, connectivity and economic growth.