Kenya Airways has welcomed back its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft after a decade-long sublease with Turkish Airlines, sparking a viral moment on social media.

Popular TikToker Mbote Njogu shared an excited video of himself boarding the plane on a budget Mombasa flight, highlighting the aircraft's return to service.The wide-body jet, which had been leased out since 2016, made its comeback to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on July 7, 2026.

Kenya Airways responded playfully in the comments section, writing 'Bongoi kubwa 😂✈️' in Swahili, which translated to 'Big bird 😂✈️', delighting fans.The airline also slashed fares by up to 50% during its 50th anniversary celebrations, making the flight affordable for ordinary Kenyans.

The 400-seat aircraft, originally part of Project Mawingu, will now operate four of Kenya Airways' seven weekly services between Nairobi and London Heathrow, boosting cargo capacity by 62% on the route.The airline is also working to bring back a second Boeing 777-300ER to strengthen its fleet amid global supply chain challenges.The incident underscores Kenya Airways' efforts to modernize its fleet and enhance passenger experience.