Aircraft crash near Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta Airport

10 fatalities • Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta (ex Embakasi), Kenya • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed short of the runway at Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta Airport during a second landing attempt in poor visibility, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During an approach to Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta Airport, the flight crew encountered weather conditions that significantly restricted visibility. Because the runway could not be visually identified, the captain opted to abort the initial approach and perform a go-around.

While attempting a second landing, the aircraft descended beneath the established glide path. During this descent, the plane made contact with power cables, causing it to crash approximately 4 km before reaching runway 06. The impact resulted in a post-crash fire. There were 10 fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft.

Findings

  • The aircraft descended below the required glide slope during the second approach.
  • Contact with power cables was the primary factor leading to the crash.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck power lines after descending below the glide path during a landing attempt in low visibility.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1990-12-04 Boeing 707 accident near Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta (ex Embakasi), Kenya?

An aircraft crashed short of the runway at Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta Airport during a second landing attempt in poor visibility, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1990-12-04 Boeing 707 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 10 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1990-12-04 involved a Boeing 707, registration ST-SAC, operated by Sudania Air Cargo, at Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta (ex Embakasi), Kenya.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck power lines after descending below the glide path during a landing attempt in low visibility.

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