Aircraft overrun at Nairobi-Wilson Airport

No fatalities • Nairobi-Wilson, Kenya • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine airplane failed to stop after landing at Nairobi-Wilson Airport, resulting in an excursion into a nearby ravine.

What happened

Following its arrival at Nairobi-Wilson Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a loss of braking capability or insufficient stopping distance. The aircraft was unable to decelerate sufficiently before the end of the runway, leading to an overrun of the paved surface. During the excursion, the plane traveled off the airfield and came to a stop within a ravine.

While the incident resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were no casualties reported among those on board. The event occurred during the landing phase of the flight operations.

Findings

  • The aircraft failed to remain within the runway boundaries after touchdown.
  • The impact with the terrain in the ravine caused total hull loss.

Probable cause

The aircraft was unable to stop within the available runway length following landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1981-05-31 Cessna 402 accident near Nairobi-Wilson, Kenya?

A twin-engine airplane failed to stop after landing at Nairobi-Wilson Airport, resulting in an excursion into a nearby ravine.

Were there any fatalities in the 1981-05-31 Cessna 402 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1981-05-31 involved a Cessna 402, registration 5Y-AZZ, operated by Safari Air Services, at Nairobi-Wilson, Kenya.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was unable to stop within the available runway length following landing.

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