KAA clarifies Moi International Airport ‘incident’ was routine emergency drill

Initial reports from the KAA on [date] indicated that airport emergency services were actively responding to an aircraft-related situation on the airside, with first responders in charge of the scene. 

In a public statement, the authority assured the public that normal operations at the Mombasa-based airport would continue unaffected, and that updates would be provided as more details were confirmed.

“Airport emergency services are currently responding to an incident involving an aircraft at Moi Intl. Airport. The situation is being managed by first responders. We will provide further details as soon as they are confirmed. Please monitor this account for official updates,” read the initial alert posted on KAA’s official communication channels.

However, in a subsequent update, KAA confirmed that the incident was a full-scale emergency drill, designed to test the efficiency and coordination of airport response teams. 

The simulation forms part of routine safety procedures required to ensure compliance with global aviation standards.

“We would like to confirm that the emergency response at Moi International Airport was part of a full-scale emergency drill. The exercise was part of our commitment to maintaining the highest safety and security standards at our airports,” KAA stated.

The authority reiterated that the drill was not prompted by any real threat or emergency and thanked the public for their cooperation and understanding. Such drills are a standard part of operational safety across international airports and are conducted periodically to strengthen response mechanisms in case of actual emergencies.