2 fatalities

Fatal Post-Takeoff Crash at Honolulu-Daniel K. Inouye Airport (N689KA)

Honolulu, United States of AmericaTakeoff (climb)

On December 17, 2024, a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan (registration N689KA) operated by Kamaka Air was involved in an aviation accident near Honolulu, United States of America during takeoff. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a vacant building shortly after takeoff from runway 04L at Honolulu-Daniel K. Inouye Airport, killing both occupants.

Incident Overview and Location Details A single-engine aircraft was involved in a fatal accident shortly after departing runway 04L at Honolulu-Daniel K. Inouye Airport. The incident occurred during the initial climb phase of the flight, before the aircraft had established a stable trajectory. ## Flight Path and Immediate Sequence According to the available investigation details, the aircraft entered a left bank during its climb. This maneuver was contrary to the right turn that had been instructed by air traffic control. The deviation from the instructed heading led to a subsequent descent toward the ground. ## Impact and Aftermath The aircraft ultimately struck the ground and collided with a vacant building. The impact caused the aircraft to burst into flames. The single-engine airplane was completely destroyed in the crash. Both individuals on board the aircraft were killed in the incident.