Single-engine aircraft crash at Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta Airport

4 fatalities • Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta (ex Embakasi), Kenya • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine aircraft crashed near the end of a runway in Nairobi during a night departure, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

What happened

During a night departure from runway 24 at Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta Airport, a single-engine aircraft lost control shortly after takeoff. The aircraft was operating a flight destined for Dar es Salaam as part of a service for DHL. Following the loss of control, the plane impacted the ground near the end of the runway.

There were four fatalities recorded in the accident, with no survivors among the occupants.

Findings

At the time of the accident, the local weather conditions were reported as marginal. The area was experiencing strong winds and fog, which may have impacted visibility and flight stability during the initial climb phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed during a night takeoff amidst challenging weather conditions involving fog and high winds.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1999-11-26 Cessna 208A Caravan accident near Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta (ex Embakasi), Kenya?

A single-engine aircraft crashed near the end of a runway in Nairobi during a night departure, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1999-11-26 Cessna 208A Caravan accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1999-11-26 involved a Cessna 208A Caravan, registration 5Y-RAN, operated by Aircraft Leasing Services - ALS, at Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta (ex Embakasi), Kenya.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft crashed during a night takeoff amidst challenging weather conditions involving fog and high winds.

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