The National Assembly has approved changes to the way money collected through Kenya’s Air Passenger Service Charge will be managed and distributed.

The Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Bill, 2026, passed by MPs on Thursday, August 27, seeks to give clearer direction on how the funds collected from air travellers should be used.

Under the changes, the revenue will support key areas within Kenya’s aviation sector, particularly aviation safety and tourism promotion.

Part of the funds will go towards supporting institutions responsible for maintaining safe and efficient air transport operations. Another portion will be used to promote tourism, recognising the important role air travel plays in bringing visitors into the country.

The changes are also intended to improve the management and distribution of the money collected through the passenger charge.

Parliament said the revised framework would create a clearer connection between the money collected from travellers and the services that benefit the aviation industry.

The legislation is expected to support stronger aviation safety measures, benefiting passengers, airlines, airports and other players in the sector.

The changes come as Kenya’s aviation industry continues to expand, with new air routes and increased passenger movement creating greater demand for reliable aviation infrastructure and safety services.

The new framework will therefore determine how the passenger charge is allocated as Kenya seeks to strengthen its aviation sector and attract more tourists.