On November 6, 1998, a Beechcraft 200 Super King Air (registration 5Y-JKB) operated by AD Aviation Aircharters was involved in an aviation accident near Nairobi, Kenya in flight. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft crashed after losing control while flying through heavy fog shortly after departure. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an open field north of Nairobi during flight through heavy fog, resulting in three fatalities.
What happened
Shortly after departing from Nairobi-Wilson Airport, a twin engine aircraft encountered severe weather conditions characterized by dense fog. During the initial stages of the flight, the aircraft became uncontrollable and descended into an open field situated approximately 50 km north of Nairobi.
There were three fatalities recorded as a result of the impact. No survivors were reported among the occupants of the plane.
Findings
The aircraft was operating in conditions of thick fog at the time of the accident.
The loss of control occurred during the climb phase following takeoff.
Probable cause
The aircraft crashed after losing control while flying through heavy fog shortly after departure.