About Space Aviation Ltd
10+ years of defining excellence in integrated aviation solutions across Africa and the world.
Our Story
Founded in 2015 at Wilson Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, Space Aviation Ltd began as a boutique charter operator with a single aircraft and an outsized vision: to build Africa's most trusted integrated aviation services company. In those early years, our founders — a group of passionate aviators and business professionals — recognised a profound gap in the market for reliable, safety-focused, and truly personalised aviation services across the continent.
Over the following 10+ years, we grew steadily and deliberately — never sacrificing quality for speed. Each new service division was launched only when we had the right people, the right aircraft, and the right systems in place. Our cargo division launched in 2023 following years of careful planning. Our flight academy received KCAA accreditation in 2022 after investing heavily in simulators, instructors, and curriculum development. Our MRO facility earned its Part 145 approval only after meeting the most stringent standards of the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority.
Today, Space Aviation Ltd operates a fleet of 30+ aircraft, employs over 300 aviation professionals, and serves clients across six continents. We have flown heads of state, facilitated life-saving medical evacuations, delivered critical humanitarian cargo, and trained over 1,200 pilots who now fly for airlines and operators around the world. Our journey is far from over — we are as ambitious today as we were on day one.
— Founder & Chairman, Space Aviation Ltd
Our Mission
To deliver safe, efficient, and premium aviation solutions that empower our clients to reach their destinations and achieve their goals without compromise — every flight, every shipment, every mission.
Our Vision
To be Africa's most trusted and admired integrated aviation group — setting the global standard for safety, luxury, reliability, and innovation in every service we provide.
Our Core Values
Six principles that guide every decision, every flight, and every interaction at Space Aviation Ltd.
Safety First
Safety is not a department — it is a culture. Every team member, from the CEO to the line technician, is empowered and obligated to prioritise safety above all else. Our Safety Management System (SMS) is embedded in every operational process.
Excellence in Service
We do not settle for good enough. From the cleanliness of our aircraft cabins to the responsiveness of our customer support team, we pursue excellence in every detail. Our 98% client satisfaction rating reflects this commitment.
Integrity & Transparency
We operate with complete honesty and transparency in all our dealings. Our pricing is clear, our contracts are fair, and our communication is always straightforward. Trust is the foundation of every long-term partnership we build.
Customer Focus
Our clients are at the centre of everything we do. We listen carefully, respond quickly, and tailor our services to meet each client's unique needs. Our dedicated relationship managers ensure that every client feels valued and understood.
Innovation
We embrace technology and new ideas to continuously improve our services. From real-time cargo tracking to advanced flight simulators and digital booking systems, we invest in innovation to stay ahead of the curve.
Sustainability
We recognise our responsibility to the planet. Through fleet modernisation, SAF partnerships, carbon offset programmes, and community investment, we are working to make aviation more sustainable for future generations.
Safety First, Always
Safety is the non-negotiable foundation of every operation at Space Aviation Ltd. Our record speaks for itself.
At Space Aviation Ltd, safety is not merely a regulatory obligation — it is a deeply held organisational value that permeates every level of our operations. Our Safety Management System (SMS), aligned with ICAO Annex 19 standards, provides a structured framework for identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing mitigating measures before they can affect our operations.
We conduct regular internal audits, participate in IATA's IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) programme, and welcome third-party safety assessments from our clients and regulatory authorities. Our pilots undergo recurrent training every six months in full-motion flight simulators, and our maintenance engineers complete annual competency assessments to ensure their skills remain current.
Our safety culture is built on the principle that every team member has both the right and the responsibility to raise safety concerns without fear of reprisal. This open reporting culture has been instrumental in our unblemished safety record since establishment.
KCAA Approved
Air Operator Certificate & Part 145 MRO
IATA IOSA
Operational Safety Audit Certified
ISO 9001:2015
Quality Management System
ISAGO Certified
Ground Operations Safety Audit
CEIV Pharma
Temperature-Controlled Cargo
Green Aviation
SAF Partnership & Carbon Offset
Safety Incidents
Certifications
Safety Monitoring
Compliance Rate
Our Leadership Team
Guided by experienced aviation professionals who bring decades of combined expertise and a shared passion for excellence.
Capt. Kamau Mwangi
Chief Executive OfficerATPL-rated captain with 22,000+ flight hours across 6 aircraft types. Former Kenya Airways senior captain and KCAA flight examiner. Leads Space Aviation's strategic vision and operational excellence agenda.
Amina Ndegwa
Chief Operations Officer15 years in aviation operations management across East Africa and the Middle East. Specialist in safety management systems, regulatory compliance, and multi-base operations. Holds an MBA from INSEAD.
James Ochieng
Director of MaintenanceLicensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) with 20+ years of experience on business jets, turboprops, and helicopters. Holds type ratings on Bombardier, Cessna, and Airbus platforms. KCAA-approved Quality Manager.
Fatuma Waweru
Head of Cargo OperationsIATA-certified cargo specialist with 12 years managing complex air freight operations across Africa, Europe, and Asia. Expert in dangerous goods regulations, cold-chain logistics, and customs compliance.
David Kariuki
Chief Flight InstructorATPL-rated instructor with 18,000+ flight hours and 15 years of training experience. Qualified on full-motion simulators for multiple aircraft types. Has personally trained over 400 commercial pilots.
Nadia Patel
Director of Client RelationsLuxury hospitality and aviation specialist with 10 years managing VIP client experiences for ultra-high-net-worth individuals and corporate accounts. Fluent in English, Swahili, French, and Hindi.
Awards & Achievements
Recognition from industry bodies, clients, and peers that reflects our commitment to excellence.
Best Charter Operator
Awarded "Best Charter Operator in East Africa" for three consecutive years (2022, 2023, 2024) by the African Aviation Awards, recognising our exceptional service standards, fleet quality, and client satisfaction scores.
Global Network Expansion
Established operations and partnerships in 50+ countries, with dedicated representatives in Dubai, London, Johannesburg, and Singapore. Our global network enables seamless service delivery for clients with international requirements.
Fleet Excellence
Grew from 5 aircraft in 2015 to 30+ modern aircraft today, including the Bombardier Global 7500, Airbus H160, and Airbus A330-200F freighters. Our fleet modernisation programme represents a $120M investment in the future of aviation.
Client Satisfaction
Maintained a 98% client satisfaction rating across all service divisions, with an 85% repeat business rate. Our NPS (Net Promoter Score) of 72 places us among the top-performing aviation operators globally.
Environmental Leadership
Recognised by the African Aviation Sustainability Forum for our leadership in sustainable aviation practices, including our SAF partnership programme, fleet modernisation reducing emissions by 18%, and our community reforestation initiative.
Training Excellence
Our flight academy was awarded "Best Aviation Training Organisation in Sub-Saharan Africa" by ICAO's Training Development Centre in 2023, recognising our curriculum quality, instructor expertise, and graduate employment outcomes.
Corporate Responsibility
We believe that business success and social responsibility are not competing priorities — they are complementary imperatives.
Environmental Sustainability
Space Aviation Ltd is committed to reducing our environmental footprint through a multi-pronged sustainability strategy. Our fleet modernisation programme has already reduced our average fuel burn per flight hour by 18% compared to our 2015 baseline. We have partnered with two sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) producers to blend SAF into our fuel supply at Wilson Airport, and we are actively working towards a 30% SAF usage target by 2030.
Beyond fuel, we have implemented paperless operations across our charter, cargo, and maintenance divisions, eliminating over 2 million sheets of paper annually. Our ground support equipment fleet is transitioning to electric vehicles, and our hangar facilities are powered in part by rooftop solar panels installed in 2023.
Community Investment
We invest in the communities where we operate through our Space Aviation Foundation, which provides aviation scholarships to talented young Kenyans from disadvantaged backgrounds, funds STEM education programmes in secondary schools, and supports community health initiatives in partnership with local NGOs.
Since 2021, the Foundation has awarded 85 aviation scholarships, enabling recipients to pursue careers as pilots, engineers, and air traffic controllers. We are proud that many of our scholarship alumni now work for Space Aviation and other leading aviation organisations across Africa.
Our 2030 Sustainability Commitments
- 30% Sustainable Aviation Fuel usage across all operations
- 100% electric ground support equipment fleet
- Carbon-neutral ground operations at Wilson Airport
- 200 aviation scholarships awarded annually
- Zero single-use plastics in all cabin services
- 50% reduction in paper usage across all divisions