Emmanuel Ngetich: Meet the Kenyan Tycoon Who Turned a Junk Boeing Plane Into a KSh8 Million Club

Kitengela has established itself as one of Kenya’s popular entertainment destinations, attracting party lovers with its vibrant nightlife and unique entertainment establishments. Among the businesses that have captured public attention is Club 034, an extraordinary entertainment spot built inside a grounded Boeing 720 aircraft.

The club is owned by Kenyan businessman Emmanuel Ngetich, who came up with the innovative idea of transforming an abandoned aeroplane into a modern entertainment destination.

Ngetich’s journey towards establishing Club 034 began in early 2020 when he decided to purchase a grounded aircraft from Kenya Airways (KQ). The Boeing 720, which is more than 56 years old, had been parked at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for several years.

After successfully acquiring the aircraft through a bidding process, Ngetich organised its transportation to Kitengela. The massive plane was moved under police escort, attracting attention as it made its way to its new home.

Speaking to The Standard, Ngetich revealed that his inspiration came from a visit to Bangkok, Thailand, where he encountered an entertainment and shopping complex developed around a grounded Lockheed TriStar aircraft.

The facility, known as Chang Chui, impressed him and sparked the idea of introducing a similar concept in Kenya.

He explained that Kenya Airways had advertised the aircraft for sale, prompting him to participate in the bidding process despite the unconventional nature of his business idea.

The Boeing 720 was subsequently transformed into an entertainment facility, giving revellers an opportunity to enjoy nightlife in an unusual setting.

Club 034 has since become one of Kitengela’s distinctive entertainment destinations, demonstrating how creativity and entrepreneurship can turn seemingly useless assets into valuable business opportunities.

Ngetich’s investment highlights the potential of thinking outside the box when establishing businesses in Kenya’s competitive hospitality and entertainment industry.

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