KQ Chief Operating Officer George Kamal Wins Hearts As He Helps Groom Plane Before Take Off

• Kenya Airways chief operating officer George Kamal has garnered widespread admiration after he actively participated in preparing a flight for takeoff
• The video, which quickly gained traction online, showed Kamal's hands-on approach and commitment to the airline's operational excellence
• Kamal joined the ground crew in readying a Boeing 737 for its journey, and he could be seen meticulously placing antimacassars

Kenya Airways chief operating officer (COO) George Kamal has won widespread admiration after a video showing him helping his staff prepare a plane for takeoff went viral.

What was the KQ COO George Kamal doing on the plane?

The heartwarming footage, posted on the airline's social media pages, captured Kamal actively participating in the grooming of a Boeing 737.

Dressed in a white shirt, black pants, and a reflective belt, Kamal diligently set up the aircraft's interior alongside the cabin crew.

His main task involved placing antimacassars, the small cloths placed on the headrests of seats, an often overlooked yet crucial aspect of passenger comfort and cabin cleanliness.

With precision and care, Kamal spread each antimacassar on the headrests, ensuring they were neatly arranged.

Internet users praise Kamal

He did this while engaging with other crew members who were busy with their respective preparations.

"KQ COO, George Kamal, helps groom Boeing 737 before take-off," the video was captioned.

His willingness to roll up his sleeves and join his team in the preparatory work is seen as a powerful message of solidarity and hands-on leadership.

Reactions to the video have been overwhelmingly positive, with many praising Kamal for his humility and hands-on approach.

Netizens react to moving video

sparklyrose wrote:

"A true leader. Leading by example."

Mesh De Stepper said:

"He’s doing it so professionally, wow."

Matthew Ochieng wrote:

"Well done guys. Good to see you George."

Nature_Geek advised:

"KQ please improve to march your brand....Honestly....delaying and rescheduling flights has become order of the day."

Laboso Koskei shared:

"Good leader, only the company u contracted to do clean and grooming is paying it's workers peanuts, they deserves decency because they are doing great job."

khairat Harun wrote:

"Good work, leading by example."

nyuso_art said:

"All time favourite. that sound track."

LEGAL ADVISOR shared:

"I just saw my wife there..am glad she is happy..that was her dream job.I cant regret spending money to take her to school n believing in her."

KQ CEO works on trip as cabin crew

In a related story, TUKO.co.ke reported that Allan Kilavuka, the group managing director and CEO of Kenya Airways, took to the skies in a completely different role.

The airline shared that Kilavuka picked up a shift as part of the cabin crew on a round trip from Nairobi to Mombasa.

This unusual gesture posted on Facebook on Thursday, October 5, was part of the airline's celebration of Customer Service Week.

According to the post, the airline's COO and chief financial officer (CFO) also rolled up their sleeves to engage in hands-on tasks.

Proofreading by Otukho Jackson, a multimedia journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke