- Following 37 years of service in the air, Asha Mohamed completed her last journey, with many aboard unprepared to part ways.
- Cry filled the air at an altitude of 35,000 feet as the Kenya Airways flight attendant concluded a voyage that had shaped her existence and motivated many.
- Asha's final journey, a remarkable 15-hour trip from Nairobi to New York, marked more than just a touchdown—it signified the end of a chapter.
Following almost forty years in aviation, Asha Mohamed's last flight was greeted not with standard recognition, but with emotional displays such as crying, embracing, and sincere acknowledgments that signified the conclusion of a remarkable period for Kenya Airways.
A mother of four children, as well as one of the airline's highly regarded Flight Purser and Cabin Crew Manager positions, Asha has officially retired following 37 years and 10 months of devoted work.
Asha's last assignment
Her final mission—a legendary 15-hour trip from Nairobi to New York—turned into an emotionally powerful experience, not only spanning across countries but also traversing a lifetime of recollections formed high above the ground.
Prior to the plane departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, one of her coworkers issued a statement about Asha's retirement.
"The final flight Asha Mohamed will operate with Kenya Airways takes place today. We extend our warmest wishes for success in your upcoming journey," the statement said.
The host also shared a statement penned by her coworkers, including those she had guided as mentors and others who had long admired her contributions.
Today, they gathered to honor a woman whose reputation was closely linked with expertise, elegance, and composed management within the aircraft.
The groundbreaking journey attracted significant interest, as media figure Jeremy Damaris documented intense scenes of joy, sadness, and impromptu celebrations shared by the crew and travelers.
To many, it seemed as though they were parting with a reliable figure who had influenced the service culture at Kenya Airways.
Accounts were told about her consistent support throughout difficult flights, her exacting expectations, and her steadfast concern for both travelers and staff.
As Asha Mohamed enters her retirement phase, she departs with much more than a remarkable professional history. She leaves a heritage marked by dedication, guidance, and passion for flying that has motivated countless members of the flight attendant community.
Kenya Airways says goodbye to one of its top performers, honoring not only the conclusion of a professional journey, but a lifetime dedicated to aviation.
With the start of this new phase, she has the appreciation from an airline, the respect of her peers, and the warmest good lucks from everyone who was privileged to travel under her guidance.
A young man from Mumias gets his very first chance to fly
While Asha was leaving the skies following many years of dedication, a young man from Mumias began his journey in aviation.
Everything began when an ordinary classroom discussion evolved into a transformative experience following the young student sharing his aspiration to become a pilot.
To offer him a view of the heavens he one day hopes to master, Safarilink gave him a free round-trip ticket from Kisumu to Nairobi.
The day became even more exciting when the aspiring pilot was brought to the flight simulator for an interactive flying session.
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