Aviation Services in Africa and Around the Globe
Based at Kajjansi Airfield, Kampala, Uganda
For two decades, KEA has delivered oil & gas, NGO, medevac, cargo, VIP and UAV operations across 13 countries — building a reputation for high-quality, professional aviation services. Fixed wing, rotary wing and special-mission aircraft from one CAA-licensed aircraft operator.
Where do you need to fly?
Audited by energy supermajors, trusted by humanitarian agencies — with a 24/7 operations desk behind every flight.
We provide a full spectrum of aviation-centric solutions for your most challenging requirements — engineered around safety, reliability, and the realities of operating where infrastructure runs out.
Learn more →Specialist aviation, matched to the mission
Oil & Gas Aviation
Crew rotation, cargo and medevac for energy and mining operators.
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Medical Evacuation
Fixed-wing and helicopter air ambulance, 24/7 across East Africa.
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Helicopter Charter
Bell 412 & AS350 B3+ for charter, survey and external-load work.
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NGO & Humanitarian
Relief passengers and cargo into remote and cross-border sites.
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UAV / Drone Operations
Matrice 400 RTK — LiDAR, orthophoto mapping & asset monitoring.
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Cargo Charter
Time-critical and outsized air freight across Uganda and Africa.
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VIP & Private Jet
Discreet executive charter for corporate and government travel.
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Aerial Survey
Airborne geophysical and survey flights region-wide.
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Aircraft Leasing
Wet lease, dry lease and ACMI from a CAA-licensed operator.
Explore →Certifications & approvals
Air Operator Certificates
Uganda AOC 097, with additional AOCs held in Chad and South Sudan for cross-border operations.
Approved Maintenance Organisation
AMO approvals across Uganda, South Africa, Chad, Central African Republic and Iraq.
UAV Operating Certificate
Ugandan CAA Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operating Certificate (UOC) for drone survey and inspection.
Where we operate
We mainly serve Africa and the Middle East and are licensed to operate worldwide. The countries below are bases we’ve operated and based from on contract — not the limit of where we fly.
Our Approach
The KEA approach employs the best of technology and innovation to deliver an ongoing commitment to service excellence. Our specialised services are built on a strong, robust team of highly skilled people with deep operational and management competence.
Learn more →Five disciplines, one operator — worldwide
Fixed and rotary wing, maintenance, consultancy and UAV — one AOC, one accountable team, wherever the mission is.
Fixed Wing
Rotary Wing
Aircraft Maintenance
Aviation & Project Consultancy
Latest News
KEA to support MSF in Abéché, Chad with the Bell 412
From June 2026 KEA's Bell 412 helicopter supports MSF humanitarian operations based in Abéché, eastern Chad.
KEA awarded Ugandan CAA UAV Operating Certificate
KEA has gained its UAV Operating Certificate (UOC) from the Uganda CAA, formally adding certified drone operations to its capability.
KEA and Nile Safari Lodge launch Elevate — luxury helicopter safaris in Uganda
Elevate, a joint venture between KEA and Nile Safari Lodge (Novate), brings luxury helicopter safaris and lodge transfers to Uganda — flying the Airbus H130 and H125 from Kajjansi Airfield.