In what has been confirmed to be a drill, the Kenya Airport Authority on Wednesday announced that an aircraft overflying Nairobi made an emergency landing at JKIA.
Through a statement, KAA said the rescue operations, led by dedicated emergency response teams, are underway.
"We are working closely with authorities as we prioritise the safety of all involved," they said
However, the authority said the drill was organised by KAA as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing airport emergency response capabilities and ensuring the highest level of preparedness in case of any unforeseen events.
"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 overall readiness of the airport's personnel," KAA said.
The authority further stated that the incident was entirely simulated and did not pose any real danger to passengers, crew members or airport operations.
"The safety and security of all individuals involved were strictly prioritised throughout the exercise."
KAA's Managing Director Alex Gitari expressed his satisfaction with the successful completion of the emergency drill.
"Safety is our utmost priority at KAA and conducting regular emergency drills is a crucial aspect of our commitment to ensuring the highest level of preparedness. I commend the efforts of all the personnel involved in this exercise for their professionalism and dedication."
