The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority has once again reassured Kenyans of their safety amid Kenya Airways woes.
Director General, Capt Gilbert Kibe said in a statement that the Authority was committed to executing its mandate and involving all stakeholders in addressing grievances of employees.
“The Authority has learned about the intended strike by Kenya Airlines Pilots Associations (KALPA) and takes note of the immense negative impact the strike will have to the aviation consumer and the aviation industry..."
"..The aviation regulator remains committed to its role and implores the aviation stakeholders involved, the Kenya Airways Management and KALPA to resolve the grievances as provided for by the Government of Kenya," read in part the statement sent to newsrooms on Monday.
Capt Kibe said Kenya Airways had confirmed to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority Kenyans' safety remains paramount to all operations and shall not be compromised.
On Sunday, national carrier Kenya Airways cancelled five flights, citing deficiency in cabin crew. The crew are on a boycott over mistreatment my the management.