Kenya Airports Authority conducts security drill at JKIA

The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) on Wednesday conducted a successful security drill at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), Nairobi.

KAA in a statement said the exercise entailed a simulated incident of an aircraft that crushed at the airport, while overflying Nairobi.

It was organised by KAA as part of its ongoing commitment of enhancing airport emergency response capabilities, and ensuring the highest level of preparedness to tackle any eventuality.

"The primary objective of this exercise was to test and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the airport's emergency response procedures, coordination among various agencies and the readiness of the airport's personnel," said KAA.

The Authority said the exercise was simulated in it's entirety, and that it did not pose any danger to those involved, passengers and all other stakeholders at JKIA.

Alex Gitari, KAA Managing Director (MD) expressed satisfaction with how the entire exercise was carried out.

"Safety is our utmost priority at Kenya Airports Authority, and conducting regular emergency drills is a crucial aspect of commitment to ensuring the highest level of preparedness," he said.

"I commend the efforts of all the personnel involved in this exercise for their professionalism and dedication."

Sections of Kenyans on social media had raised concern, after smoke started billowing out of JKIA during the exercise.